Question

Consider the following statements about acquired immunodeficiency syndrome (AIDS):

1. World AIDS Day is observed every year on December 2.

2. It can also be spread from mother to child during pregnancy, childbirth, or breastfeeding.

3. AIDS is a potentially life-threatening condition caused by human immunodeficiency virus (HIV).

Which of the statements given above is/are not correct?

A 1 only Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
B 2 only Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
C 3 only Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
D Both 1 and 2 Correct Answer Incorrect Answer

Solution

World AIDS Day is observed every year on December 1. Acquired immunodeficiency syndrome (AIDS) is a chronic, potentially life-threatening condition caused by the human immunodeficiency virus (HIV). It is a sexually transmitted infection (STI). It can also be spread by contact with infected blood, and from illicit injection drug use, or sharing needles. It can also be spread from mother to child during pregnancy, childbirth, or breastfeeding.

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