JCAHO Essential Education Information on Infection Control - Facts about Blood borne Pathogens - HIV (Human Immunodeficiency Virus)
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  • Affects the body's immune system
  • Prevents the immune system from protecting the body from other diseases
  • Leads to A.I.D.S. (Acquired ImmunoDeficiency Syndrome)
  • Vaccine currently NOT available. Cure currently unknown
  • Signs and symptoms include:
    • Diarrhea
    • Flu-like symptoms
    • Nausea/Vomiting
    • Recurrent Fevers
    • Swollen Lymph glands
    • Wasting
    • Weight loss

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