HIV, or Human Immunodeficiency Virus, is a virus that attacks the body’s immune system. Without treatment, HIV can weaken the immune system, making the body more susceptible to other illnesses. Understanding the stages of HIV progression helps us recognize the importance of early diagnosis, consistent treatment, and regular health monitoring.

Learning how HIV is transmitted and recognizing its symptoms are key to prevention and early treatment. This section covers the main ways HIV spreads, common early signs of infection, and why regular testing is essential—even when symptoms aren’t present.

Prevention is the first line of defense against HIV. Here, we cover proven strategies—from safe practices and regular testing to PrEP (pre-exposure prophylaxis) and PEP (post-exposure prophylaxis)—to help reduce the risk of transmission and keep communities safe.

HIV remains a pressing issue in the Philippines, with rising cases highlighting the urgent need for awareness and action. This section explores current HIV statistics in the country and the national goals, including achieving 'Undetectable = Untransmittable' (U=U) and the 95-95-95 targets: diagnosing 95% of people with HIV, treating 95% of diagnosed individuals, and achieving viral suppression in 95% of those treated.

Misconceptions about HIV fuel stigma and prevent people from seeking testing or treatment. In this section, common myths are addressed—like how HIV spreads and who is at risk—and provide the facts to promote understanding, acceptance, and effective prevention.