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HIV and AIDS Infection, 2007.
This paper examines the HIV/AIDS issue as one of the world's most significant transboundary issues.
2,764 words (approx. 11.1 pages), 6 sources, MLA, £ 58.95
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The paper explores existing literature to demonstrate the transnational nature of HIV/AIDS, a health issue that affects the entire world and not just distant African nations. The paper illustrates how if left unchecked, the disease can decimate populations, destabilize nations and undermine the strength of the global economy. The paper maintains that researchers and policy makers must recognize the transnational nature of HIV/AIDS and plan their response accordingly in order to mount the most effective and lasting response to this issue.
Outline:
Introduction
HIV/AIDS in a Transboundary Context
Designing Appropriate Institutions
Conclusion: The Way Forward
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"The matter of HIV/AIDS is one of the world's most significant transboundary issues, largely because it affects such a large swath of the world. Current estimates, always out-of-date thanks to under-reporting and an increasing infection rate, are not entirely certain. In 2004, the World Health Organization that there was anywhere between 34 million and 46 million people infected worldwide. Of those infected, two-thirds lived in Africa and one-fifth lived in Asia (Beaglehole, Irwin & Prentice 2004, p. 1). Beyond the fact that HIV/AIDS is a major health issue that adversely affects the quality of life of those infected and their families, there are other associated problems. For instance, Haacker (2004) reported that HIV/AIDS has a significantly adverse effect on economic development through the prevailing social fabric (p. 42)."
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HIV/AIDS Mitigation, 2008.
This paper examines good governance in the prevention and mitigation of HIV/AIDS, specifically as evidenced in the HIV/AIDS program of Zamboanga City, a highly-urbanized city in the Philippines.
6,910 words (approx. 27.6 pages), 9 sources, APA, £ 110.95
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This paper stresses that stopping the spread of HIV/AIDS has to be made integral to any development endeavor aimed at improving the lives and well-being of citizens of the world. The author points out that the United Nations acknowledges that good governance has to be integrated into the creation and management of institutions, processes and programs aimed at beating the targets set forth in the "Millennium Declaration of 2000". The paper reviews and analyzes the present and future scenario of HIV/AIDS prevention and mitigation in the Philippines and identifies some elements of intervention needed to operationalize a strategy for good governance. The author underscores that the HIV/AIDS program of Zamboanga city is built around improved capacities for public administration and civil service, decentralization in delivery of services, transparency and accountability, expanded role of civil-society, and the centrality of participation grounded on the rule of law and human rights.
Table of Contents:
Abstract
Introduction
Conceptual Framework
Related Literature
Pro-Poor Policy Framework
Public Administration and Civil Services
Decentralization and Delivery of Services
Accountability and Transparency Situations and Context of HIV/AIDS in the Philippines
Sexually Transmitted Infections (STIs)
Socio-Economic Impact of HIV Aids
Participatory Approach
Cultural and Moral Dimensions
Grounding Development
Mobilizing the Cultural Resources
Key Lessons in Good Governance from the United Nations
Case in Point: Zamboanga City HIV/AIDS Program
Public-Civil Society Partnership
Organization and Management
Community-Oriented/ Community Based
Innovative Optimized Use of Infrastructure Support
Livelihood Assistance
Financial Resources
Lessons from HIV/Program Implementation
Conclusion
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"According to the United Nations, a critical requisite for achieving the MDG's is a conducive and coherent policy framework. This involves first, the contextualization of the goals by each country, and down to identifying sectoral concerns and on to effective local responses. Responses and interventions to HIVAIDS entails a national policy framework that provides for effective decentralization of action and one that effectively coordinate implementation and resource mobilization as well as achieve a critical mass of support from the public in a much cost effective way. The policy framework to be pro-poor means, that it recognizes the social and economic implications of HIV/AIDS and seeks to integrate social and economic interventions to mitigate the spread of the infection and disease."
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HIV/AIDS in Women of Color, 2006.
A paper looking at the disproportionate number of African-American women suffering from HIV and AIDS and the reasons for such statistics.
1,350 words (approx. 5.4 pages), 10 sources, £ 37.95
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This paper explores the etiology of HIV/AIDS infections among African-American women, the impact of HIV/AIDS upon the African-American woman, and the theoretical issues proposed through risk and resiliency to these points of discussion. Risk issues include reasons of infection and the social and personal costs associated with coping with HIV/AIDS in the self and others.
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"HIV/AIDS is a problem for all Americans, regardless of race, age, or gender, but some demographics suffer the impact of these diseases more than others (Miller et al, 2004). African-American women bear a statistically disproportionate rate of increase than any other group, even when it is taken into consideration that "the overwhelming majority of AIDS cases have always been, and continue to be, among adolescent and adult men who became infected with HIV through male-to-male sexual contact" (Social Work Speaks). In African-American women, however, the overall infection rate for HIV is unprecedented in any other population; "though only 13% of the U.S. female population, African- Americans constitute 57% of AIDS cases and 67% of HIV infections among women" (Robinson et al, 2002; 82)."
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HIV/AIDS, 2007.
A proposal for a project on HIV/AIDS prevention among adolescents, focusing on the Healthy People 2010 Act.
1,033 words (approx. 4.1 pages), 4 sources, MLA, £ 25.95
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The paper examines a project proposal which focuses on HIV/AIDS prevention among adolescents. The paper discusses how concern for this issue has been mounting because of the high number of HIV infection, particularly among individuals aged 25 years or younger. The paper examines how most of these HIV infections are transmitted through unsafe and irresponsible sexual behavior for this particular age group. The writer proposes that it is of utmost importance to prevent the escalation of HIV/AIDS infection among adolescents through an efficient information management program, achieved via an intensive and interactive sexual education program.
Outline:
I. Statement of the Problem
II. Review of Related Literature
III. Project Objectives
IV. Content Outline & Implementation
V. Significance of the Project
VI. Why This Project Is Innovative
VII.Evaluation Methods
Bibliography
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"The establishment of specific demographics of the educational program plan is just the primary step towards its development. In order to make the program an effective one, project planning should also involve methods in which active participation will be elicited as the program progresses to its focal point--informing the participants about responsible sexual behavior and HIV/AIDS infection among adolescents. In addition to addressing HIV/AIDS infection, it is also worthwhile to note that inextricably linked with this health concern is the prevalence of substance abuse and "suicidal ideation" among adolescents who practice irresponsible sexual behavior (Kurtz, 2005:S44)."
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HIV/Aids in Kenya, 2007.
This paper discusses the plight of children orphaned by HIV/Aids in Kenya.
4,747 words (approx. 19.0 pages), 10 sources, MLA, £ 85.95
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In this article, the writer notes that Kenya has one of the best HIV/AIDS surveillance systems in Africa, with many programs put in place to mitigate the disease. The writer points out that very few programs, however, address the needs of HIV/AIDS orphans. The writer explains that therefore, a gap exists in meeting the special needs of affected and infected orphans, especially their education and psychosocial needs. The writer concludes that in spite of the ravages of the pandemic and its socioeconomic impact on society, communities in Kenya, both international and local, have undertaken the invaluable task of responding to the special needs of HIV/AIDS orphans.
Outline:
Introduction
Determinants of Health
Epidemiology
Impact of Health Issue
Solution
Participation
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"There are a number of definitions of HIV/AIDS orphans. According to UNAIDS, an HIV/AIDS orphan is a child who has lost his or her mother to the disease. However, a more inclusive definition refers to a child who has lost one or both parents to HIV/AIDS. Other definitions expand the term to include children abandoned by parents and children beading households. These children may be infected by HIV or have AIDS, they may be affected by HIV/AIDS through the loss of one or both parents or siblings, or they may be at risk of infection."
"These orphans may be vulnerable, isolated, depressed, stigmatized, discriminated against, and uneducated; some live in the streets. These orphans may be resented by wealthier relatives with whom they are sometimes placed. Orphaned children in Kenya usually have only four choices of where to live."
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Women of Color Living with HIV/AIDs, 2006.
This paper suggests a policy model that can be used to direct a reform process for the treatment of African-American women inflicted with HIV or AIDs.
1,350 words (approx. 5.4 pages), 8 sources, £ 37.95
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This paper provides an assessment of the systemic factors that impact the status of African-American women who are themselves infected with HIV/AIDs or are affected by their relationship with a person who is infected with HIV/AIDs. The paper shall approach these issues though assessing the eco-systemic, cross-disciplinary, and cross-national perspectives of both the problem and the reform strategies that have been implemented to attempt to address the problem.
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HIV/AIDS Ethics, 2007.
This paper discusses how health care professionals who encounter HIV/AIDS must rely on personal ethical principles.
818 words (approx. 3.3 pages), 3 sources, MLA, £ 20.95
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The paper notes that caring for persons with HIV/AIDS has become a fundamental feature of all health care professions, due to the staggering rates of infection worldwide. The paper explains that becoming aware of the numerous nuances in ethical reasoning can help guide a health care professional's decisions in providing optimal care for patients diagnosed with HIV/AIDS. The paper discusses how preserving patient confidentiality and minimizing medical paternalism have become keys to providing ethical treatment for all patients. Yet, the paper points out that health care workers may have to break the patient's confidentiality in order to preserve public health, one of the key responsibilities of the health care professional.
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"Patient autonomy is a central issue in health care in general. Preserving patient confidentiality and minimizing medical paternalism have become keys to providing ethical treatment for all patients. Patients with HIV/AIDS deserve similar ethical treatment and are entitled by law and by hospital regulations to a reasonable assumption of both autonomy and confidentiality. Decisions regarding courses of treatment, for example, should be made by the patient except in extreme cases in which patient consciousness has been compromised. Similarly, patients with HIV/AIDS assume the preservation of confidentiality. Ethical dilemmas regarding confidentiality and patient autonomy can easily arise when health care professionals suspect that a patient with HIV/AIDS is not taking adequate precautions to prevent the transmission of the illness."
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China's HIV/AIDS Pandemic, 2002.
Examines the pandemic proportions that China's AIDs inflicted have reached and what is being done about it by the authorities.
2,900 words (approx. 11.6 pages), 15 sources, £ 75.95
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China's HIV/AIDS pandemic, in its first 1985 manifestation, was termed a 'foreigner's disease'. Patterns of infection in neighboring nations resulted in a more concerted approach. In contrast to other countries, China denied the extent of the epidemic for 15 years. According to WHO and various health officials, all past and current estimates of HIV infection in China are extremely conservative with the actual figures being as much as 25 times those that have been reported internally. Infections could reach ten million by 2010. Many of the programs reportedly established by 1990 are just now being put into place. The most essential need is for an effective surveillance program, along with a health education campaign. As in all Third World countries, major obstacles interfere with the implementation of such programs. The more serious of these hindrances consist of highly diverse populations, most of whom are simultaneously very mobile. The fact is that, while China superficially appears to be in a relatively advanced epidemic stage, the country is similar to Africa in that it is most likely pre-pandemic.
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HIV/AIDS in Society, 2008.
A literature review on behavior interventional strategies for adolescents and youths.
4,000 words (approx. 16.0 pages), 12 sources, APA, £ 76.95
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This paper presents a literature review on programs available to educate young people about HIV/AIDS. The paper examines some of the approaches being taken today and how effective they have been. The paper also attempts to show some of the ways in which the efficacy of these program has been tested and to suggest where more study is needed to improve these programs and make them as effective as possible, with the ultimate goal being to change risky behavior and so to reduce the incidence of HIV infection.
Outline:
Background
Objectives
Selection Criteria
Search Strategy
Methods of the Review
Description of Studies and Results
Methodological Quality
Discussion and Conclusions
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"The author analyzes recent literature investigating human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) risk behavior among street youth, finding that prevalence rates of both adolescent homelessness and HIV seropositivity are unknown but that data from a number of samples document a high prevalence of HIV risk behavior, sexually transmitted diseases, and alcohol/drug use among homeless adolescents. A number of individual and social factors are associated with street survival and may also propel adolescents toward high-risk behavior. Unfortunately, for some adolescents, testing HIV positive is seen as advantageous in the procurement of basic needs such as food and shelter. Any HIV risk-reduction interventions must consider the cause of homelessness, access to and participation in shelter services, and individual factors (such as the effects of sexual orientation and ethnicity) that often have not been systematically included in previous research. HIV risk for many homeless adolescents derives directly from their state of homelessness, and national policies and funding are therefore needed to address the health needs of these youth. How effective such programs may be depends on how they are shaped, how they are presented, and the precise nature of the social situation."
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HIV/AIDS in America, 2002.
An investigative study on American HIV prevention in an era of false security.
9,314 words (approx. 37.3 pages), 9 sources, MLA, £ 136.95
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AIDS awareness is best-funded and best-taught in the United States of America. This realization is especially apparent when HIV rates are examined in African countries and some Asian countries such as India. Education levels about sexually transmitted diseases in general ? and funding for prevention and treatment programs ? are very low in many foreign countries. However, recently, for the first time in several years, the incidence of HIV infections has grown in America. Many doctors and health promotion professionals attribute this recent growth to a lifestyle shift in which Americans have grown lax in their concern about AIDS. This paper examines the changes that need to be made, and their relative effects and side effects, from a health promotion perspective to increase awareness of AIDS and HIV in an era when people are once again lowering their guard against the disease. Also, this paper makes recommendations that will contribute to fundamental health promotion ideals in reducing the incidents of the AIDS virus in America. The recommendations are made in the Data Analysis Chapter, and then summarized and listed in the Summary Chapter as well.
Table Of Contents
Chapter 1, Introduction
State The Problem
Importance of the Study
Scope of the Study
Rationale of the Study
Definition of Terms
Overview of the Study
Chapter 2, Methodology
Identify the Data Gathering Method
Database of Study
Comment on Validity of Data
Comment on Originality and Limitation of Data
Summary of Methodology
Chapter 3, Review of Related Literature
Chapter 4, Data Analysis
Chapter 5, Summary, Conclusions And Recommendations
Bibliography
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"Of equal concern to this paper?s research will be the fact that so many Americans have HIV but do not know it. These Americans are arguably the most dangerous for the spread of the disease, as they may continue to pursue certain lifestyles that will increase the numbers of HIV patients in America. For instance, as CNN reports, ?According to the CDC, some 900,000 Americans are infected with HIV, and one-third of them -- almost 300,000 -- don't even know it.? And truly, that is where HIV is most dangerous. The symptoms are often negligible (fatigue, fever, sore throat) and attributable to a common cold or other ailment, so HIV positive patients continue to lead there lives in such a manner that they spread the disease because they simply do not know they have it until they develop full-blown AIDS."
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The Demographic Trends of AIDS and HIV, 2004.
A demographic analysis of the changes in the demographics of people who are becoming infected with AIDS and HIV and the reason for this change.
2,088 words (approx. 8.4 pages), 11 sources, APA, £ 46.95
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This paper is a research into the current trends in HIV and AIDS in America, with the main focus on the demographics of people who are newly infected with the disease. Areas that are discussed include infection rates among various racial and age groups. The author also focuses on the growing sexual subculture with gay and bisexual minorities called the 'down low', which is changing the face of HIV and AIDS as many unsuspecting women are now getting HIV and AIDS from their husbands and boyfriends. Statistics are also provided to reinforce the fact that HIV and AIDS is changing its demographic path. Suggestions are also provided to help eliminate this impeding HIV and AIDS crisis.
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"HIV and AIDS have also increased in the Latino population. Approximately 40,000 people are infected with the HIV virus each year in the United States. 19 percent of these new cases are Latinos, even though they only comprise 13 percent of the population. HIV is the fourth leading cause of death for Latinos aged 25 to 44 in 2002. One factor that plays a role in this increase is that many people in the Latino community are in the United States illegally and are afraid to come forward for treatment and testing for fear of deportation. As a result of this fear, they are not as informed of the preventative measures that need to be taken to avoid being infected with HIV and AIDS. Another reason for this increase is the number of Latino men who are in prison and engaging in risky sexual activity while behind bars. They in turn infect their girlfriends or wives when they are released from prison. (Smith, 2004)."
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AIDS/HIV Virus in the World, 2004.
A look at the current status of the spread of AIDS worldwide.
907 words (approx. 3.6 pages), 6 sources, MLA, £ 22.95
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This paper discusses the current status of AIDS/HIV in the world and focuses on important issues including prevalence, political and economic factors and distribution of this virus around the globe. It shows how political factors are playing a bigger and more influential role in the rise of AIDS epidemic than financial or medical reasons and how large multinationals, patent restrictions and lack of sincere effort on part of local government are some of the political reasons responsible for the rapid increase in AIDS infection.
From the Paper
"HIV/AIDS virus is an extremely dangerous and mysterious predator, which has infected some 22.6 million people around the world, and the number is continuously rising as no cure is in sight and no breakthrough in this field has yet been achieved. The disease that was discovered in 1981 posed a major threat to human population when within first five years of its discovery, AIDS had attacked 24,000 Americans and it was believed that within a short period of time this disease would reach epidemical stage."
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AIDS/ HIV, 2002.
An overview of the symptoms, diagnosis and treatment of AIDS.
1,510 words (approx. 6.0 pages), 7 sources, MLA, £ 34.95
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AIDS is the acronym for Acquired Immunodeficiency Syndrome, a human viral disease that affects and destroys the immune system. It is caused by the human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) and leaves an infected person vulnerable to opportunistic infections. No cure has as yet been found for AIDS and is invariably fatal once the infection is full blown, although certain treatments can prolong the life spans and improve the quality of life of infected people. This essay describes the disease process, clinical symptoms, diagnosis, etiology and the treatments available. It also briefly discusses how the disease is transmitted and its prevalence in different categories of people, e.g., gays and heterosexuals; men and women; adults and children.
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"Symptoms alone are not a reliable diagnosis for being HIV positive or even AIDS, since fever, sore throat, headache, skin rash may be the symptoms of many other diseases as well. The only reliable way for diagnosing an HIV positive person (i.e., whether someone has been infected with HIV) is by conducting a combination of an Eliza/Western Blot HIV Antibody Test. This test determines whether antibodies that develop to fight the HIV virus are present in a person?s body. If they are present?it means the person is HIV positive. If the anti bodies are not found it may mean that the person is free from HIV. However, it is important to remember that the anti bodies against HIV may not develop for 3 months. (This period, known as the ?window period? may in rare cases be of up to 6 months duration). Hence during the ?window? period, even an HIV-infected person may test negative."
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HIV Infection, 2007.
This paper examines the HIV disease and discusses related aspects.
3,172 words (approx. 12.7 pages), 9 sources, MLA, £ 64.95
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In this article, the writer presents a brief history of HIV and discusses the treatment options that exist throughout the world. The writer addresses the quality and quantity of life as it relates to treating the disease. The writer concludes that HIV is a very serious illness that leads to AIDS and ultimately death. The writer further notes that the research indicates that while the number of people receiving treatment has increased in recent years there are still challenges associated with obtaining the treatment that is needed. The research also suggests that the development of a successful vaccine is near.
Table of Contents:
Introduction
Brief History
Treatment
Status for treatment overall
Cost associated with these drugs
HIV VACCINE
Conclusion
References
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"Overall when people are diagnosed early with HIV they can live for 10 years or more before being diagnosed with AIDS. Sadly in many cases people are not diagnosed early and in many cases when they are diagnosed they do not have access to the drugs that will increase their life spans. When people who are deteriorating because of the effects of the disease, receive treatment the results can be drastic particularly for children. People on he medication experience weight gain and a greater amount of energy. Overall when people who are HIV positive receive treatment their quality and length of life improve."
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