Which of the following statements regarding the spread of HIV is FALSE?
A) AIDS has a relatively long incubation period during which time it cannot be spread to others.
B) Recently, the AIDS epidemic has spread more quickly among heterosexual women, African Americans, Hispanics, and children.
C) Most people with AIDS eventually die of multiple infections, although newer multi-drug therapies have greatly improved the odds of survival.
D) HIV infection is the leading cause of death among women and men between the ages of 25 and 44.

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AIDS does not have a long incubation period during which it cannot be spread to others. In fact, people who are infected with HIV can transmit the virus to others even before symptoms appear. It is important to practice safe sex and get tested regularly to prevent the spread of HIV.

Which of the Following Statements Regarding the Spread of HIV