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World AIDS Day

AIDS Overview

Many world leaders agree that we're losing the war on AIDS. AIDS is one of the deadliest human diseases ever -- worldwide, it claims approximately 5 lives every minute of every day. Learn how the AIDS virus attacks the body.
World AIDS Day Video

Join (RED)
HIV = AIDS?

How Your Immune System Works
Can I get AIDS from a mosquito bite?

Since AIDS is carried through the blood, what are the chances of contracting it from a mosquito bite?
AIDS PSA with Kenneth Cole

Managing Comorbilities of HIV
How does an oral HIV test work?

HIV/AIDS Q&A
Does male circumcision up the risk of male-to-female HIV transmission?

The giddiness over studies showing that circumcision reduces a man's risk of contracting AIDS from an infected woman has died down a bit in the wake of subsequent research. It appears that a woman's risk of contracting AIDS from an infected man may be greater if he's circumcised.
HIV/AIDS Part 1

HIV/AIDS Part 2
Fast Facts About Women and AIDS

Why would circumcision decrease a man's risk of contracting AIDS?
10 Worst Epidemics

Think the Black Death was the worst epidemic to hit mankind? Strap on a face mask and get comfortable in your plastic bubble -- the plague is just the beginning. Explore our list of the worst epidemics.
HIV/AIDS Part 3

HIV/AIDS Part 4
How Infectious Diseases Work

Blood Quiz

AIDS Overview
Can I get AIDS from a mosquito bite?
Male-to-female HIV Transmission
10 Worst Epidemics

		
			What is herd immunity?Vaccination means safety in numbers. The more people that are immune to a virus, the more protected we all are. So what happens when people stop getting their shots?

			How Blood WorksWhen you cut yourself accidentally, do you ever wonder what makes up this thing we call blood? It's pretty amazing stuff, considering how it wards off infections while supplying nutrients to every cell in the human body.

			How Viruses WorkInfluenza and Ebola are both viruses. Find out what a virus does to your body and how to decrease your chance of exposure.

			How Viruses WorkInfluenza and Ebola are both viruses. Find out what a virus does to your body and how to decrease your chance of exposure.

			Mysterious Bacteria QuizE. coli is a common type of bacteria that can lead to serious health issues. Take this quiz to test your bacteria knowledge and learn about healthy forms of bacteria.

			World Health Organization ProfileThe World Health Organization's goals are not to be taken lightly: eradicating disease, promoting healthy living conditions and overseeing the general welfare of people all over the world. Learn about the WHO.

			How to Prevent Harmful InfectionsThe bacteria and viruses that cause harmful infections are lurking everywhere, from hospital rooms to your neighbor's hand. Arm yourself against infection by following the preventive tips outlined here.