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<strong>Union</strong>-Endicott<br />

"'most common wayHIV is spread<br />

'" the virus can enter the body through tiny cuts or sores in<br />

the skin, lining of the vagina, penis, rectum, anus, or mouth<br />

-nncl intercourse-tissue is very thin, and damaged easi ly<br />

2. Sharing needles or syringes end/ or other drug equipment<br />

'" often seen in drug users<br />

-second most common way HIV is transmitted<br />

-medicol workers caring for people with HIV/AIDS<br />

can get it through "needle stick" injuries<br />

3. Some people have been infected through blood transfusions<br />

"'Since 1985, donated blood is tested<br />

"'Very ra~e<br />

3. Vertical Transmission- transmitted from mother to fetus<br />

during pre9nancy or delivery<br />

"115-301'0 chance infant will get it<br />

-If on medications such as AZT, chance drops to 51'0<br />

-brecstfeedinq also can transmit the virus<br />

4. Closed mouth kissing ("French" Kissing)<br />

",VERY small chance<br />

"'however possible blood contact<br />

does exist

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