In the U.S., seven people are diagnosed with HIV every hour. Of that seven, four are African Americans. AIDS is the number one killer for both African American men and women between the ages of 25-44. AIDS is the third leading cause of death for women between the ages of 25-44. HIV is not transmitted through casual contact.
People can only become infected if the virus gets into their bloodstream.
Once inside the body, the virus attacks the immune system, leaving the body susceptible to opportunistic infections. Although people are living longer there is still no cure. Estimated Number of People Living with HIV Remember that the numbers below represent individuals' lives. The Pledge Calendar of Events Somerton.