HIV, which stands for human immunodeficiency virus, is a virus that attacks cells that help the body fight infection. If left untreated, it can lead to AIDS, or acquired immunodeficiency syndrome.

The human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) is a virus that attacks the body's immune system. If not treated, it can lead to the autoimmune deficiency syndrome (AIDS). As happens with other viruses ...

So, if scientists can do it so quickly for COVID-19, why can't they come up with a vaccine to prevent HIV? A big part of the reason, says Warren, is the rate at which the AIDS virus mutates. "The ...

Scientists found a way to make the HIV virus visible, potentially laying the groundwork for ways to banish it from the body altogether.