Misconceptions about AIDS

The link between HIV and AIDS as well as treatment methods implemented at present are still questioned by some.

In all cases, it is essential to put an end to these misconceptions for an effective fight against AIDS!

AIDS denial

Certain assumptions are made about the justification of the onset of AIDS. It is essential to put an end to these misconceptions for an effective fight against AIDS! Good information is an important step in preventing the disease.

"AIDS is not a disease scientifically well defined and is not caused by HIV"

"The existence of HIV is still discussing and reliability testing"

"The evidence on the sexual transmission is questionable"

"The discovered anti-viral drugs for so-called treatment of the disease spread more AIDS"

"The death in people with AIDS are associated with taking anti-viral drugs and malnutrition."

AIDS and pregnancy

The risk of transmission to the partner and the child is great. However, HIV-positive women of childbearing age and can have a child with a new medical technique called assisted reproductive technology.

Pregnancy does not worsen the AIDS when the woman has no signs of the disease and there is no risk or defects, or of abortions or premature deliveries. Early diagnosis should be made in the newborn for appropriate care.

AIDS and religion

Although the position and vision of religious entities are sometimes different about sexuality and AIDS, religious leaders still have influence on the behavior and attitudes of their members and can give their support to people with AIDS and that their families.

However, the importance of condom use was clearly demonstrated in reducing the risk of contamination by the AIDS virus. Until now, the use of condoms remains the major method of prevention.