HIV 101

This presentation covers the myths and facts about HIV and AIDS in Washington, DC and serves as an introduction to those new to the topic.

Learning Objectives: 

1. Define HIV and AIDS
2. Describe how HIV affects the body
3. Identify the different types of antiretroviral drugs used to treat HIV
4. Describe the prevalence of HIV in the U.S. and in DC specifically among specific subpopulations
5. List the routes by which HIV can and cannot be transmitted
6. Define harm reduction techniques to reduce the risk of HIV transmission
7. List the three types of HIV tests and how they are used

Faculty:
Corey Howell, CHES®