• Various statistical data exhibits results indicative of a higher vulnerability factor in

women.Rate of transmission is highest between male to female

2nd highest between male to male

SOCIO-ECONOMIC VULNERABILITY

BIOLOGICAL VULNERABILITY

The biological factors that place women at a higher risk

Since women are more vulnerable, the urgent need for them to take serious note at the extreme risk they face.

The reason why attempts to warn women of the dangers at hand have failed inspite of widespread education.

HIV

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Use this guide to help you prepare your notes

•Why is it that women have to be very careful about protecting themselves against HIV?

•What is it exactly that makes them more vulnerable?

• In your answer – explain the various biological factors that make women more vulnerable. You have to explain why each biological feature or difference puts the woman at a higher risk, not merely state what the factor is.