H I V AND A I D S

05 But why should I worry about AIDS ?

Because

It is not any more "Not my problem "and HIV / AIDS is spreading fast in all the parts of country.
Neither is it the problem of Prostitutes and their clients only.
Neither is it the problem of Homosexuals alone.
Neither is it the problem of injecting drug users.
Neither only for those suffering from blood disorders who require frequent transfusions.

Many non high risk behavior risk groups have been detected to be HIV sero-positive, such as pregnant wives attending ante-natal clinics. Persons with HIV infection develop anti-bodies against HIV in their blood. This can be detected by laboratory examination of the blood. People whose blood show antibodies to HIV are called HIV sero-positive.

AIDS is now everyone's problem. What's more many of us may be exposed to HIV infection unknowingly. However those who are practicing High risk behavior (HRB) are more vulnerable than others.
e.g.

People who have multiple sexual partners have a high chance of getting HIV infection. Even if you have casual unprotected sex once in a while you are still at a high risk of contracting HIV.
People who have Sexually Transmitted Diseases (STDs) may have sores on their sex organs or discharges. It is easier for HIV to enter the body through these sores or due to discharges.
People who share their drug injection syringes and needles.
Peoples who require frequent blood transfusion (although not a high risk behavior, it is a medical need).