From spitting and biting to tattooing and piercing, this week Sarah and Jess take a look at if there is any risk of contracting HIV through these, commonly asked about ways.
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HIV transmission and testing FAQ | Q and A | HIV i-Base)
HIV cannot be transmitted by spitting, and risk from biting is negligible, says detailed case review | aidsmap)c
Two rare cases of family HIV transmission between adults reported | aidsmap)
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