A survey of the perceptions of drug abusers concerning the acquired immunodeficiency syndrome (AIDS). NLM AIDSLINE Important note: Information in this article was accurate in 1987. The state of the art may have changed since the publication date.

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A survey of the perceptions of drug abusers concerning the acquired immunodeficiency syndrome (AIDS).

Health Matrix. 1986 Summer;4(2):14-7. Unique Identifier : AIDSLINE AHA/87008197
Lewis BF; Galea RP

Abstract: I think AIDS is the worst disease in the world, and the fact that two people I used to get high with a couple of years ago are now dying puts fear in me. But, I've talked about it honestly and openly and realize worrying about getting sick won't do a thing to prevent it. All I can do is pray. Is there anything more that can be done to prevent or eliminate AIDS among intravenous drug users? The following survey conducted at Spectrum House of Westboro and Worcester, Massachusetts, seeks to identify the needs and thoughts of this group of individuals who are at a high risk for contracting AIDS, in hopes of providing a solution to this national crisis--something in addition to prayer.
Keywords: Acquired Immunodeficiency Syndrome/*PREVENTION & CONTROL Adult *Attitude to Health Data Collection Human Massachusetts Substance Abuse/*PSYCHOLOGY JOURNAL ARTICLE

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