HIV is transmitted through unprotected vaginal, anal, or oral sex with a person who has HIV
HIV is transmitted by sharing needles, syringes, or other injection equipment with a person who has HIV
HIV is transmitted by direct contact with infected blood
HIV is transmitted from mother to baby during pregnancy, childbirth, or breastfeeding
HIV is transmitted through contaminated blood transfusions or organ transplants where screening is not performed
HIV is transmitted through accidental needlestick injuries in healthcare settings
HIV is not transmitted by casual contact such as hugging, shaking hands, or sharing food