Health Education Teacher Handout – Key Health Facts HIV: A virus that attacks the immune system. AIDS: The most advanced stage of HIV infection. STI: An infection that can be passed mainly through sexual contact. Remember: • Different infections can have different symptoms. • Some infections may not cause obvious symptoms. • Symptoms alone cannot confirm an infection. • Testing and advice from health professionals provide reliable information. • Good hygiene is part of caring for the body. • People affected by HIV or other infections should be treated with respect. Student Quick Reference HIV, AIDS and STIs HIV → attacks the immune system. AIDS → advanced stage of HIV infection. STI → infection that can be passed mainly through sexual contact. Possible symptoms may include: □ Fever □ Tiredness □ Swollen lymph nodes □ Skin rashes □ Sores □ Unusual discharge □ Pain or burning when urinating Important: A person may have an infection without obvious symptoms. Health professionals and appropriate testing provide reliable information. Healthy Habits □ Practise good hygiene. □ Get reliable health information. □ Talk to a trusted adult or health professional about health concerns. □ Follow appropriate medical advice. □ Respect people who are affected by illness. Worksheet – Health Education Name: __________________________ Date: ____________ A. Fill in the blanks 1. HIV stands for __________________________________________. 2. AIDS stands for _________________________________________. 3. STI stands for ___________________________________________. 4. HIV attacks the body's ______________________________ system. 5. A person may have an infection without showing obvious __________________. B. Circle the correct answer 1. Symptoms are always enough to confirm that someone has HIV. True / False 2. Good personal hygiene is part of caring for the body. True / False 3. Reliable health information can be obtained from health professionals. True / False 4. People affected by HIV should be treated with respect. True / False C. Short Response Standard 5: Name two possible symptoms or effects associated with some infections. 1. ________________________________________ 2. ________________________________________ Standard 6: Explain why a person should not try to diagnose HIV or an STI simply by looking at symptoms. ________________________________________ ________________________________________ D. Personal Health Write or draw three healthy practices that show good care for your body. 1. ________________________________________ 2. ________________________________________ 3. ________________________________________ ________________________________________
Health Education Teacher Handout – Key Health Facts HIV: A virus that attacks the immune system. AIDS: The most advanced stage of HIV infection. STI: An infection that can be passed mainly through sexual contact. Remember: • Different infections can have different symptoms. • Some infections may not cause obvious symptoms. • Symptoms alone cannot confirm an infection. • Testing and advice from health professionals provide reliable information. • Good hygiene is part of caring for the body. • People affected by HIV or other infections should be treated with respect. Student Quick Reference HIV, AIDS and STIs HIV → attacks the immune system. AIDS → advanced stage of HIV infection. STI → infection that can be passed mainly through sexual contact. Possible symptoms may include: □ Fever □ Tiredness □ Swollen lymph nodes □ Skin rashes □ Sores □ Unusual discharge □ Pain or burning when urinating Important: A person may have an infection without obvious symptoms. Health professionals and appropriate testing provide reliable information. Healthy Habits □ Practise good hygiene. □ Get reliable health information. □ Talk to a trusted adult or health professional about health concerns. □ Follow appropriate medical advice. □ Respect people who are affected by illness. Worksheet – Health Education Name: __________________________ Date: ____________ A. Fill in the blanks 1. HIV stands for __________________________________________. 2. AIDS stands for _________________________________________. 3. STI stands for ___________________________________________. 4. HIV attacks the body's ______________________________ system. 5. A person may have an infection without showing obvious __________________. B. Circle the correct answer 1. Symptoms are always enough to confirm that someone has HIV. True / False 2. Good personal hygiene is part of caring for the body. True / False 3. Reliable health information can be obtained from health professionals. True / False 4. People affected by HIV should be treated with respect. True / False C. Short Response Standard 5: Name two possible symptoms or effects associated with some infections. 1. ________________________________________ 2. ________________________________________ Standard 6: Explain why a person should not try to diagnose HIV or an STI simply by looking at symptoms. ________________________________________ ________________________________________ D. Personal Health Write or draw three healthy practices that show good care for your body. 1. ________________________________________ 2. ________________________________________ 3. ________________________________________ ________________________________________
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This guide provides essential information on HIV, AIDS, and STIs, including clear definitions and their impact on the immune system. It emphasizes recognizing symptoms, the possibility of absence, and the importance of seeking professional advice. Additionally, it promotes healthy practices and respectful care through hygiene habits, discussions with trusted adults, and reflective worksheets to enhance understanding and application.