The Role of Faith-Based Organizations in HIV Prevention and Care in Central America

The Role of Faith-Based Organizations in HIV Prevention and Care in Central America
Author: Kathryn Pitkin Derose
Publisher: Rand Corporation
Total Pages: 123
Release: 2010-05-28
Genre: Health & Fitness
ISBN: 0833049844

Describes the involvement of churches and other faith-based organizations (FBOs) in addressing the HIV/AIDS epidemic in Belize, Guatemala, and Honduras. The authors describe the range of FBO activities and discuss the advantages and challenges to such involvement and possible ways that FBOs can enhance their efforts, both independently and in collaboration with other organizations, such as government ministries of health.

HIV/AIDS: A Very Short Introduction

HIV/AIDS: A Very Short Introduction
Author: Alan Whiteside
Publisher: Oxford University Press, USA
Total Pages: 169
Release: 2008-01-24
Genre: Business & Economics
ISBN: 0192806920

Providing an introduction to HIV/AIDS, this book explains the science, the international and local politics, the demographics and the devastating consequences of the disease. This book is aimed at general readers interested in the science, the epidemiology and the social effects of the disease which has killed 20 million.

Education and HIV/AIDS in the Caribbean

Education and HIV/AIDS in the Caribbean
Author: Michael J. Kelly
Publisher: Ian Randle Publishers
Total Pages: 337
Release: 2005
Genre: AIDS (Disease)
ISBN: 9766371806

"Whilst a cure for HIV/AIDS continues to elude scientists, the number of HIV/AIDS cases continues to increase. Education becomes the key to curtailing the spread of the disease. Education and HIV/AIDS in the Caribbean describes the impact of HIV/AIDS on education in both the global and Caribbean contexts and outlines the lessons to be learnt from the global experience. The aim of the book is not only to highlight the role of education in HIV/AIDS prevention but also to look specifically at the education sector, its role and response, as well as the management of the response. It also intends to ensure that the education sector recognises the crucial role it must play in reducing the impact of HIV/AIDS. The text is complete with illustrations on the socioeconomic, health and gender aspects of the disease, and is a useful resource for anyone wanting to obtain precise information about the impact of the disease in the Caribbean. "

The Impact of HIV/AIDS on Education Worldwide

The Impact of HIV/AIDS on Education Worldwide
Author: Alexander W. Wiseman
Publisher: Emerald Group Publishing
Total Pages: 320
Release: 2012-11-29
Genre: Education
ISBN: 178190233X

Given the context and prevalence of HIV/AIDS worldwide, this volume presents information, policy case studies, and empirical research for use by educators, policymakers, and organizations about the relationship between HIV/AIDS and education, including how HIV/AIDS has impacted education systems and the potential impact education has on HIV/AIDS.

Health in the Americas 2002

Health in the Americas 2002
Author: Pan American Health Organization
Publisher: Pan American Health Org
Total Pages: 593
Release: 2002
Genre: America
ISBN: 9275115877

The 2002 edition of this quadrennial publication presents a regional analysis of the health situation and trends in the Americas region, as well as for each of the 47 countries and territories in the region. It is published in two volumes and covers mainly the years from 1997-2000. This edition focuses upon the inequalities in health. Volume One looks at issues dealing with leading health and health-related indicators, ranging from mortality and changes in life expectancy to the relationship between health and income distribution. It also considers current health conditions and trends including disease prevention and control, health promotion and environmental protection. Volume Two examines each country's overall health conditions, including institutional organisation, health regulations and the overall operation of health services.

HIV/AIDS and Work

HIV/AIDS and Work
Author: International Labour Office
Publisher: International Labour Organization
Total Pages: 116
Release: 2004
Genre: Medical
ISBN: 9221158241

It is estimated that by the end of 2003 there were just under 38 million people living with HIV/AIDS, with all but two million of these people of working age. This report, prepared by the ILO Programme on HIV/AIDS and the World of Work, sets out global estimates of the impact of HIV/AIDS on the labour force and the working age population in 50 countries in Africa, Asia, Latin America and the Caribbean and in more developed regions. Issues discussed include: the implications for the private and public sectors, on agriculture and concerns for food insecurity and on the informal economy; on women and children; policy implications and examples of responses to the problem in a variety of workplace settings; provision of antiretroviral therapy in conjunction with HIV prevention in the workplace and the potential for expanded access to workplace-based treatment.

TB/HIV

TB/HIV
Author: A. D. Harries
Publisher: World Health Organization
Total Pages: 213
Release: 2004
Genre: Medical
ISBN: 9241546344

This manual is designed for health professionals working in high HIV and TB prevalence countries. It summarises the characteristics of both diseases and their interactions. It concentrates particularly on the problems of diagnosis and management both in adults and children and summarises the other HIV related illnesses the clinician might encounter.

Responding to the AIDS Epidemic

Responding to the AIDS Epidemic
Author: Daniel A. Leone
Publisher: Greenhaven Press, Incorporated
Total Pages: 0
Release: 2006
Genre: Medical
ISBN: 9780737727463

A discussion of issues relating to AIDS.

Confronting AIDS

Confronting AIDS
Author: World Bank
Publisher: World Bank Publications
Total Pages: 396
Release: 1999
Genre: Medical
ISBN: 9780195215915

This revised and updated edition of the pathbreaking report on the global AIDS epidemic outlines the strategic role that government must play in slowing the spread of HIV and mitigating the impact of AIDS. Drawing on the knowledge accumulated in the 17 years since the virus that causes AIDS was first identified, the report highlights policies that are most likely to be effective in managing the epidemic. These include early actions to minimize the spread of the virus, aiming preventive interventions at high risk groups, and evaluating measures that would assist households affected by AIDS according to the same standards applied to other health issues. This revised edition will a valuable resource for public health, policymakers, researchers, and anyone with an interest in this devastating global health crisis.