What do the letters stand for AIDS?
The letters "AIDS" stand for "acquired immunodeficiency syndrome". It is a chronic, potentially life-threatening condition caused by the human immunodeficiency virus (HIV). HIV attacks and damages the body's immune system, which makes it difficult for the body to fight off infections. AIDS is the most advanced stage of HIV infection.HIV & AIDS - Related Articles
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