1. (

• AIDS ,
• acquired_immune_deficiency_syndrome

) a serious (often fatal) disease of the immune system transmitted through blood products especially by sexual contact or contaminated needles ;

1. (

• help ,
• assist ,
• aid

) give help or assistance; be of service; "Everyone helped out during the earthquake"; "Can you help me carry this table?"; "She never helps around the house" ;

2. (

• help ,
• aid

) improve the condition of; "These pills will help the patient" ;