This was probably as a result of chimps carrying the Simian Immunodeficiency Virus (SIV), a virus closely related to HIV, being hunted and eaten by people living in ... The same area is known for having the most genetic diversity in HIV strains in the world, reflecting the number of different times SIV was passed to humans. read more
First, They have one of the highest rate of poverty and people cannot afford proper treatment. As is the case with many other illnesses that afflict Africa. Second, It also has to do with ignorance on the topic. Only recently have educational programs started up to teach people there exactly what AIDS is, how to prevent it and how to treat it. read more
By race/ethnicity, African Americans and Hispanics/Latinos are disproportionately affected by HIV. In 2016: African Americans represented 12% of the population, but accounted for 44% (17,528) of HIV diagnoses. African Americans have the highest rate of HIV diagnoses compared to other races and ethnicities. read more