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Does anyone know the transmission rate of an hiv infected mother to her baby, in the u.s.?

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Less than 5%: If treated appropriately the rate is less than 5%; untreated 25%.

Answered 6/16/2012

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A member asked:

Does anyone know the transmission rate of an hiv infected mother to her baby, in the u.s.?

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Dr. Debra Jones answered

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