Understanding the sexual transmission of HIV - June 2004. How does sexual transmission happen and how can it be blocked by vaccines or microbicides?

From:
Department for International Development
Published
1 January 2004
Document Type:
Briefing
Theme:
Health
Authors:
International AIDS Vaccine Initiative

Abstract

Research on the early events of sexual transmission of HIV and on the cells that become infected are discussed. The body's natural immune defences and the role of sexually transmitted infections are highlighted.

Citation

Vax Online Primer

Published 1 January 2004
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