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The Editors Of SI For Kids
November 18, 1991
The editors of Sports Illustrated For Kids try to help younger readers understand the news about Magic
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November 18, 1991

For Kids Only

The editors of Sports Illustrated For Kids try to help younger readers understand the news about Magic

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?You can't get AIDS from using a bathroom an AIDS patient has used.

?You can't get AIDS by drinking from a glass that someone with AIDS has used.

?You can't get AIDS from a mosquito or any other insect.

?You can't get AIDS from playing sports.

?You can't get AIDS from living in the same house with someone who has AIDS.

?You can't get AIDS from touching or hugging someone who has AIDS.

The truth is, AIDS is a disease that's hard for young kids to get. It is almost impossible for any kid to get AIDS from doing everyday things such as going to school.

Teenagers and adults do have to be careful about some of the things they do. Magic hopes to teach them some simple ways to protect themselves from AIDS.

If you are confused or worried about AIDS, you might want to talk about it with your parents or teacher. The key thing to remember is not to be scared of people who have AIDS. The best thing you can do for someone with AIDS is to give him or her lots of love and support.

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