"Women are not much at risk for HIV/AIDS."

Alcohol and 'soft' drugs impair a person’s judgment. Many people get reckless when they are drunk or high, so they are more likely to indulge in the sort of behavior that puts them at risk for HIV/AIDS, such as unprotected sex or sharing needles.

The spread of HIV/AIDS is 100% preventable.
Unprotected sexual intercourse is the most common way people are infected with HIV,
followed by sharing needles or syringes.
Don't practice unsafe sex.
Don't share needles.
Communicate openly with your partner.
Avoid risky behavior.
The more we educate ourselves about HIV/AIDS, the more we can help others and ourselves.

"You can tell if people have HIV/AIDS because they look sick."

"It's OK to drink or get high without worrying about AIDS."

"Buena gente don't get HIV/AIDS."

National AIDS Hotline:
1-800-232-4636
TTY: 1-888-232-6348
Email: cdcinfo@cdc.gov