This piece is about HIV in people 50+. This is a huge percentage of those with HIV. Stats have it over 50%. Still, many this age are convinced it's not something they need to worry about. It's not just them, many medical professionals don't think about testing someone that age for HIV.
Articles about aging populations contracting HIV & other STI's are common. They felt people that age were safe from diseases for the young, including medical staff. Many are diagnosed late. That means the chance of a full recovery is low & these people are at more risk for just about everything.
HIV, STI's & other communicable diseases don't discriminate. Age, race, gender nor social status matter. Under the right circumstances, you can contract any of them. Age is not a shield. Be informed about HIV.
Cya...
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