- Overview
- Symptoms
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Living With HIV and AIDS: Myths and Facts
Having HIV Means You Have AIDS
It's Difficult to Get HIV From Casual Contact
You Have Just a Few Years to Live
You'll Know You Have HIV Because of Your Symptoms
HIV Can Be Cured
Anyone Can Get HIV
Sex Is Safe When Both Partners Have HIV
You Can Have a Healthy Baby if You Are HIV-Positive
You Can’t Avoid Other HIV-Related Infections
You Can't Get Lifesaving Drugs Without Insurance
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