Antibodies key to fighting Aids

PEOPLE resistant to HIV have antibodies that act together like piranhas, each taking a small “bite” to knock the virus out, research shows.

The discovery could mark a turning point in the development of vaccines against the Aids virus, which have so far proved ineffective. Antibodies are key weapons in the immune system arsenal.

In about 10% to 20% of HIV patients, progress to full-blown Aids is very slow.