Strategic Approaches to HIV/AIDS Prevention and Control

Twenty years after the first clinical evidence of acquired immuno-deficiency syndrome was reported, AIDS has become the most devastating disease humankind has ever faced. The sense of common purpose in the worldwide struggle against HIV/AIDS has intensified in the past few years. Communities and nations are progressively taking the lead in responding to the epidemic with increased political commitment, resource and institutional initiatives. The book shares positive ideas and creative solutions for action to stop the spread of HIV/AIDS. In addition to discussing methods and strategies of HIV/AIDS prevention, it covers a wide range of public health, psycho-social, ethical, and public policy concerns related to HIV and AIDS. Professionals working to prevent HIV and AIDS including local service providers, NGOs and family care givers will find this book useful in their efforts to provide effective and innovative care and support to people living with HIV/AIDS. The information contained in this work will also help to correct the myths and biases readers’ may have internalized regarding the epidemic.