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Living With HIV and AIDS: Myths and Facts
Medically Reviewed by Poonam Sachdev on September 19, 2023
Written by Stephanie Watson
Having HIV Means You Have AIDS
1/10
It's Difficult to Get HIV From Casual Contact
2/10
You Have Just a Few Years to Live
3/10
You'll Know You Have HIV Because of Your Symptoms
4/10
HIV Can Be Cured
5/10
Anyone Can Get HIV
6/10
Sex Is Safe When Both Partners Have HIV
7/10
You Can Have a Healthy Baby if You Are HIV-Positive
8/10
You Can’t Avoid Other HIV-Related Infections
9/10
You Can't Get Lifesaving Drugs Without Insurance
10/10