20 Things Everyone Should Know About HIV

9. Infected people need compassion and support

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You should not discriminate against people who have been infected with HIV. Discrimination violates their human rights, and it also endangers public health. You should always show compassion and support to those infected or affected by HIV and AIDS.

10. Counseling is available

If you suspect that you have been infected with the virus, you should immediately contact a trained health worker or an HIV center so as to receive confidential counseling and testing.

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