“For nearly 30 years, HIV (human immunodeficiency virus) and AIDS (acquired immunodeficiency syndrome) have been shrouded in many myths and misconceptions. In some cases, these mistaken ideas have prompted the very behaviors that cause more people to become HIV-positive. Although unanswered questions about HIV remain, researchers have learned a great deal. Here are the top ten myths about HIV, along with the facts to dispute them.

1. I can get HIV by being around people who are HIV-positive.
2. I don’t need to worry about becoming HIV positive — new drugs will keep me well.
3. I can get HIV from mosquitoes.
4. I’m HIV-positive — my life is over.
5. AIDS is genocide.
6. I’m straight and don’t use IV drugs — I won’t become HIV-positive.
7. If I’m receiving treatment, I can’t spread the HIV virus.
8. My partner and I are both HIV positive — there’s no reason for us to practice safer sex.
9. I could tell if my partner was HIV-positive.
10. You can’t get HIV from oral sex.”

Debunk these myths are read the entire article from WebMD: http://ht.ly/1DBUR

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