HIV (Human Immunodeficiency Virus) is a virus that attacks and breaks down the body’s immune system over time. The immune system is the internal “defense force” that fights off infections and diseases. When the immune system weakens, it is unable to protect against illnesses, leading to the development of serious, often life-threatening infections and cancers.
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