Frequently asked questions (FAQ) about HIV/AIDS

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Can I become infected with HIV by shaking hands with, kissing, eating the same food as, or being sneezed or coughed on by someone who has HIV? Can I get HIV from a toilet seat? Or by being bitten by an infected mosquito? Or from a swimming pool?
How does a person get HIV?
How long will the HIV test take?
I want to find out whether I could have HIV, but first, I want to be able to ask an expert questions about HIV and the HIV test. I'm also scared the test could be positive, and want to be able to talk through the results with someone who can help me unde
If I am an HIV-positive woman who is pregnant or thinking about it, are there things I need to know about how passing HIV infection to my baby?
If I think I might have been exposed to HIV, can I find out if I have HIV by getting tested right away?
What do my HIV test results mean?
What is the difference between HIV and AIDS?