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The History of AIDS
The official scientific history regarding AIDS began in the summer of 1981. Scientific journals noted cases of a rare type of pneumonia (PCP) and Kaposi's Sarcoma (KS) amongst several groups of gay men living in large cities. These diseases are normally non-existent since a healthy immune system is able to protect people from them, yet [...]
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The History of AIDS
The official scientific history regarding AIDS began in the summer of 1981. Scientific journals noted cases of a rare type of pneumonia (PCP) and Kaposi’s Sarcoma (KS) amongst several groups of gay men living in large cities. Since a healthy immune system is able to protect people from PCP and KS, it was suggested that something about this specific group contributed to a reduction in their immune system. This syndrome was subsequently named GRID (gay-related immune disorder).
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Équipe AlterHéros
Julie-Maude Beauchesne
François Paquette
Dee Gamme
Samuel A.
Marion Téjédor