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The Real Origins and Evolution of HIV

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The Real Origins and Evolution of HIV

Imagine it’s the year 1920. A stranger walks through the bustling streets of Kinshasa, in the Democratic Republic of the Congo. As he observes the rapid development around him, he remains unaware that he will change the course of human history. This butcher, preparing bushmeat, sustains a deep cut while working. Little does he know, …

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Unraveling the Origins of HIV: Understanding the Global Challenge

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Unraveling the Origins of HIV: Understanding the Global Challenge

Explained by an ExpertThe story of HIV begins in the early 20th century, a time when Kinshasa, in the Democratic Republic of the Congo, was blossoming into a bustling urban center. As workers flocked to this growing city, a significant moment in history was quietly unfolding. In 1920, a butcher preparing bushmeat would unknowingly change …

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