AIDS
OPHILIA EGBEGBEDIA
PREVENTIONS
There are different way to prevent HIV/AIDS which are.
Using condoms: Using of condoms is essential for oral sex more
especially those who are infected with the virus.
Regular checkups: Always get tested regularly
HIV prevention medicine
Limiting the number of your sexual partners
Washing of hands regularly
Safe sex and transmission
According to (ABC of HIV and AIDS, chapter 26) edited by Michael W.
Adler, et al., John Wiley & Sons, Inc
There should be a clearly documented discussion of the following
issues:
· Safe sex
· Importance of STI
screening
· Indications for
post-exposure prophylaxis (PEP) and when/how to access
· Transmission risks
including impact of concurrent STI
· The issues of reckless
transmission litigation
Practice Safe Sex
Always use condoms (male or female) during vaginal, anal, and oral
sex.
Use water- or silicone-based lubricants to prevent condom breakage.
Get tested regularly for HIV and other STIs — they can increase the
risk of HIV transmission.
Get Tested & Know Your Status
Everyone should get tested at least once; people at higher risk
should test more often.
If you’re HIV-positive, early diagnosis and starting treatment (ART)
keeps you healthy and prevents spreading the virus to others.
Use Pre-Exposure Prophylaxis (PrEP)
PrEP is a daily pill for HIV-negative people who are at high risk.
It lowers the risk of getting HIV by 99% through sex and 74% through
drug use.