Telangana State Aids Control Society Welcome to your Medium Level E-Quiz Competition on HIV/AIDS Awareness Full Name Email What is the primary way to reduce the risk of HIV transmission through needles? Sharing needles with others Using clean, single-use needles Washing used needles with soap None of the above None How often should people at high risk of HIV get tested? Once in their lifetime Every 6 months Only if symptoms appear Every 5 years None What is the role of antiretroviral therapy (ART)? To increase the spread of HIV To suppress the HIV virus and strengthen the immune system To cure HIV completely To replace infected blood None Which group is at higher risk of HIV transmission? People using sterile needles Those practicing unprotected sex People donating blood Those sharing food None What is the recommended time frame for starting PEP after possible HIV exposure? Within 24 hours Within 48 hours Within 72 hour After a week None Can HIV-positive mothers breastfeed their babies safely? Yes, if on ART and under medical supervision No, breastfeeding always transmits HIV Only if the baby has been vaccinated It depends on the baby’s health None What does an undetectable viral load mean in HIV care? The virus is cured HIV cannot be detected in the body The virus is suppressed to levels where it cannot transmit through sex The person no longer has HIV None Which of these is NOT a method to prevent HIV? Practicing safe sex Using clean needles Avoiding mosquito bites Taking PrEP None What are the common early symptoms of HIV infection? Flu-like symptoms such as fever and fatigue Persistent weight gain Severe joint pain only Loss of vision None Can a person live a normal lifespan with HIV? No, HIV always reduces lifespan significantly Yes, with regular ART and healthcare Only if they avoid exercise Only if they isolate themselves None Time’s up Time is Up!
