There is no curative treatment for the HIV infection presently. Therefore, the control measures are mainly supportive and experimental.
The preventive and control measures for AIDS include:
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People should be educated through newspapers, T.V., advertisements, hoardings, through popular lectures and articles.
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Disposable needles and syringes should be used.
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Regular screening of blood and blood products for HIV, especially during transfusion.
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Proper sterilization of surgical instruments before operation.
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A woman who is HIV positive should avoid pregnancy.
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Sharing of razors, tooth brushes, with infected person should be avoided.
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Use of high quality condoms during sexual intercourse.
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AIDS patients should not be allowed to donate blood, body organs and semen.
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Prevention of spread of AIDS require constant surveillance, reporting and record keeping.
