HIV

abbreviation

1. human immunodeficiency virus. AIDS virus

HIV

abbreviation

1. human immunodeficiency virus; the cause of AIDS. Two strains have been identified: HIV-1 and HIV-2

HIV

1. Short for human immunodeficiency virus. Any of various strains of a retrovirus of the genus Lentivirus that cause AIDS by infecting the body's immune system.

HIV

1. An abbreviation for h uman i mmunodeficiency v irus, the virus that causes AIDS.

Example Sentences

From funding the Human Genome Project to investing in HIV/AIDS treatment to supporting the creation of the COVID-19 vaccines, we’ve proven time and again that strong national governance can overcome scientific obstacles.

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Women across the West Midlands are being disproportionately affected by gaps in HIV prevention, according to a new report.

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Just as success appears within reach to end fatalities from HIV/AIDS worldwide, the U.S. — the global leader in that battle — seems to be in retreat.

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That includes those undergoing some cancer treatment and transplant patients, along with those living with HIV and some genetic disorders.

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Bluetoothing has also been reported in South Africa and Lesotho, two countries with some of the world's highest rates of HIV.

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