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HIV

HIV

Human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) attacks the immune system which makes it difficult for the body to fight infections. This fact sheet explains what HIV is, how you can get it, its symptoms, how it is tested and treated, how you can protect yourself and where you can get help.
Organisation:
Topic:
Target audience:
General
Service area:
VIC
Published:
October 2020
Last reviewed:
December 2025