The primary causes of death from HIV/AIDS are opportunistic infections and cancer, both of which are frequently the result of the progressive failure of the immune system. Risk of cancer appears to increase once the CD4 count is below 500/Î¼L.
or hot line (hÅtâ²lÄ«nâ²) n. 1. A direct and immediate telephone linkup, especially between heads of government, as for use in a crisis. 2. A telephone line that gives quick and direct access to a source of information or help: a 24-hour hotline.
A suicide or crisis hotline is a confidential phone number which people in need can call for advice, support, and help. Most nations have crisis hotlines for people feeling suicidal, victims of rape and incest, and victims of domestic violence.