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HIV be transmitted by: saliva in the mouth (kissing)
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False

User Tkbx
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Answer: False

Step-by-step explanation:

- HIV can not be transmitted through saliva.

- HIV is usually transmitted through:

  • Blood
  • Semen and pre-seminal fluid
  • Rectal fluids
  • Vaginal fluids
  • Breast Milk

- HIV can not be transmitted through:

  • Air or water
  • Saliva, tears, or sweat
  • Sexual activities that do not involve the fluid exchange
  • Shaking hands, hugging, sharing dishes
  • Mosquitoes and other insects
  • Drinking fountain

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