Topic 6: HIV
Across
- 3. A tiny organism that can cause diseases, like HIV.
- 5. for HIV A medical test to find out if someone has HIV.
- 6. (acquired immunodeficiency syndrome) The most serious stage of HIV, where the immune system is very weak and can’t fight off diseases.
- 7. System The body’s defence system that helps protect against infections and illnesses.
- 8. Transmission When a mother passes HIV to her baby during pregnancy or breastfeeding.
- 9. A virus that attacks the immune system and makes it harder for the body to fight off infections.
- 11. Symptoms Symptoms such as fever, headache, or sore throat that can happen in the early stages of HIV.
- 12. Fluids Liquids from the body, like blood, that can spread HIV if they come in contact with another person.
Down
- 1. How a virus like HIV is spread from one person to another.
- 2. Ways to stop the spread of HIV, such as getting tested and taking medicines.
- 4. Therapy (ART) Special medicines used to treat HIV and help people stay healthy.
- 10. Immune System When the body’s defences are not strong enough to fight off infections.