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What is HIV/AIDS?

Written By NYU School of Global Public Health on Tuesday, Nov 12, 2019 | 03:57 PM

 
There have been 39 million deaths from HIV since 1981. But since then we have learned a lot about HIV and AIDS. Human immunodeficiency virus or HIV is a virus that attacks the cells that help fight infection in the body. And acquired immunodeficiency syndrome or AIDS. Is the late stage of HIV infection that occurs when the immune system is too damaged. Here, at NYU GPH, we teach the skills to develop programming and interventions. And we are on the forefront of conducting research to help decrease and prevent risky behaviors among high risk individuals. To learn more about the NYU School of Global Public Health, and how our innovative programs are training the next generation of public health leaders, visit http://www.publichealth.nyu.edu. Connect with us to learn more about our graduate programs, application process and scholarship opportunities: https://publichealth.nyu.edu/admissions/connect