Dear Counsellor:

I had to console a friend of mine, who is HIV infected, at another friend's funeral. Most of her tears wet my shoulders. Could I become infected from her tears?

Supportive

Dear Supportive:

No, the tears of your friend do not contain HIV, the virus that causes AIDS, in sufficient amounts to cause transmission. Please continue to be supportive of your friend. your support is needed at this time.

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