Human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) is an infection that attacks the body's immune system.
Acquired immunodeficiency syndrome (AIDS) is the most advanced stage of the disease.
HIV targets the body's white blood cells, weakening the immune system.
In 2022, there were 18,473 AIDS-related deaths in 2022.
Children between the ages of 0 to 14 years living with HIV in 2023 were 67,869.