15th International AIDS Conference

Bangkok, Thailand — July 11-16, 2004

Cite as: Int Conf AIDS. 2004 Jul 11-16;15:Abstract No. xx

Track D - Table of Contents
Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Late-Breakers
Track A Track B Track C Track D Track E

We should respect for the human rights and dignity of affected by HIV/AIDS.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D10001); Ahmad WA;;;; World Asian Workers Organisation, Lahore, Pakistan; Even though the HIV/ AIDS affects all levels of the population, poverty is in fact a close companion of VIRUS. Since 1996 our Forum has been organizing women s group with the collaboration of World Asian Workers Organisation (WAWO) to perform their duties to create the awareness among the workers and their wives on AID
Beyond Suzi Wong and Cio-Cio-San: Formative Research in the Development of Culturally Competent Public Information Campaigns Targeting Asian Pacific Islanders.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D10007); Tagalicod RS, Hall V;;;; Filipino Task Force on AIDS; HIV prevention efforts targeting Asian Pacific Islanders (API) in the US can be characterized as having adapted messages/images from existing campaigns targeting other racial/ethnic without regard to immediate social context; employed stereotypes or broad racial/ethnic typologies; and/or paid little attention t
Experiences of Participatory Community Review with children in Coastal Andhra Pradesh in home/community based HIV/AIDS care and support programme.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D10012); Mohammed MD;;;; Vasavya Mahila Mandali, Vijayawada, India; We felt that children are also primary stakeholders hence the Participatory community Review was carried out to set the primary stakeholders feedback on the quality of services that NGOs are providing through this Care and Support Program. Program: Home/Community based HIV/AIDS Care and support program is an ini
The female child domestic worker: A Research to document implications of sexual abuse in respect to HIV infection in Amwuo-Odofin Local government Area In Lagos State Nigeria.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D10017); Udofia UR;;;; Ciscghan, Lagos, Nigeria; the conversion of work as part of a child s upbringing in african tradition for commercial gains exacerbated the sexual exploitation of female child domestics mostly by male members of household served. with little or no formal education, majority lack knowledge about adolescent reproductive health, HIV/AID
Women living with HIV/AIDS: The psychosocial impact of a diagnosis.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D10021); Gonzalez Pinto AG;;;; Hospital San Juan de Dios, Santiago, Chile; HIV/AIDS s face is every time more feminine and younger, that s why it is important to develop new programs and strategies of intervention which help to treat women from the psychological point of view. HIV/AIDS s diagnosis becomes an impact on women who feel that this notification does not only affect their in
Harm creation: assessing and addressing the HIV risk environments among highland ethnic minorities in northern Vietnam.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D10026); Eligh J;;;; United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime, Hanoi, Vietnam; The drug-related harm and risk environments emerging in highland ethnic minority border areas of Northwest Viet Nam are a direct result of on-going and planned socio-economic development initiatives and projects. Using a comparative analysis of both qualitative and quantitative data derived from sit
Theatre as a tool to reduce HIV/AIDS stigma and discrimination.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D10031); Ateka P, Adhiambo E, Odhiambo A;;;; Community Focus Group, Nairobi, Kenya; the impact,the spread of HIV/AIDS, stigma and discrimination and the lack of adequate information are linked, there is evidence of this. Stigma and discrimination being the greatest barrier of HIV/AIDS response in terms of prevention,treatment,care and support, our social enviroment is polluted by this. Measure
HIV/AIDS related stigma and discrimination working with people living with AIDS (PLWAS) in fighting stigma and discrimation experience of Kenya.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D10036); Thagana SG;;;; Majengo Mwinyitia Youth Group, Nyeri, Kenya; Stigma is described as an attitude of depravation of satisfaction of fundamental bodily or personality needs. The main aim is to marginalize those who are infected and affected. Its undermining intervention to combat HIV/AIDS and make it impossible to have behavioural change, seek support and care, employment, l
Poverty alleviation for orphans and vulnerable youths in communities.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D10041); Mwanza MC;;;; Institution, Lusaka, Zambia; Unemployment/Poverty/Streetism has left many Zambian Youths and Orphans Vulnerable to STDs and HIV/AIDS Pandemic. Youth Skills Enterprise Initiative Project is a response to the reduction of unemployment and streetism to the Zambian youths. Due to high prevalence of HIV/AIDS, many lives of the bread winners has been lo
Community development efforts at combatting HIV/AIDS scourge on youths in nigeria through culture and microfinance.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D10046); Ezeanwu AC;;;; African Heritage Foundation for Human Development, Lagos, Nigeria; Poverty within the communities in Nigeria as well as ignorance have led to the widespread of HIV/AIDS infection. Amongst other problems faced due to poverty were teenage pregnancies, marriages, robbery amongst the boys and with the lack of positively sustaining activities, there was a negative trend towards sex
JPSDP's Female Out-Reach-Workers Implementing Truckers Intervention Project (TIP) in the Male Dominating Area.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D10051); Swamy GA;;;; John Paul Slum Development Project, Pune, India; John Paul Slum Development Project (JPSDP) implementing TIP on the Pune-Ahmednagar-Highway linking all direction of the country. Going to CSWs is routine practice of Truckers,they feel would die of accident any time,hence an eventual death due to AIDS is less threatening. Truckers give less importan
The real answer to HIV safe and fair working conditions in the sex industry.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D10056); Laovilawanyakul T;;;; Empower Foundation, Chiang Mai, Thailand; thailand like most countries continues to count the numbers of HIV positive sex workers according to whether they sell only sex direct or whether they have other duties like dancing selling sex the difference in infection rates is marked even within the same city currently indirect sex workers 5% infected direc
Hearing-impaired persons; forgotten Soldiers in the fight against HIV/AIDS in Nigeria.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D10061); Ofole NM, Uwakwe CB;;;; University of Ibadan,, Oyo State., Nigeria; Worldwide, about 70 million individuals have hearing problem. out of the 5.8 million Nigerians living with HIV/AIDS are hearing impaired persons. Because they suffer from all degrees of hearing loss, ranging from slight to profound, the hearing impaired rarely benefit from most HIV/AIDS prevention, treatmen
Discrimination against widows living with Aids in Nigeria.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D10066); Olasode BJ;;;; Obafemi Awolowo University, Ile - Ife, Nigeria; Widows in Nigeria who are infected by the AIDS or the HIV virus are daily thrown out by the families of the dead husband who in most cases tranfered the infections to them. They are seperated from their chidren and are left and abandoned by the society and government. Twelve women who husbands died
Nutritional management, care and support for people living with HIV/AIDS in sub-Saharan Africa.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D10071); Afoakwa EO, Owusu WB, Adjei MR;;;; University of Ghana, Legon - Accra, Ghana; Nutrition and HIV/AIDS are strongly related to each other and any immune impairment as a result of HIV/AIDS leads to malnutrition. Likewise, malnutrition in an a person living with HIV leads to immune impairment which ultimately contributes to more rapid progression to AIDS. Thus malnutrition can both contribut
Herbal Therapy is most widely used complementary therapy by People Living with HIV.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D10076); Kulkarni AS, Kulkarni SS;;;; Sushrut Ayurvedic clinic, Ichalkaranji, India; Issue-The use of plants, herbs as a source of medicines and food is as old as Humanity. Herbs are probably the complementary therapy most widely used by HIV-positive people. Why are they so popular? What can these therapies offer for people with HIV?Description -Today, people are attracted to herbal therapy because the
HIV/AIDS among MSM Community.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D10081); Sundaram Ravi SR;;;; South India Positive Network, Chennai, India; Many MSM people in India are forced to enter into sex work due to economic necessity and later they were also misled to become Transgender. It is due to low literacy level, absence of support from family, and unemployment, which makes them to do sex workMany MSM in sex work find difficult to negotiate condom use
HIV/AIDS service inaccessible to persons with disabilities.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D10086); Babirye BK;;;; Uganda; A study was conducted to explore the level of knowledge of people with disabilities about HIV/AIDS, and access to services and information in Uganda . It was done in 4 districts of Mbarara, Kampala, Iganga and Lira. This study a rose out of the fact that persons with disabilities are left out in the fight a
View and Comment on immediate Need for Venerable group widow spouses of IDUs.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D10091); Chingsubam CB;;;; SASO, Imphal, India; Manipur is known for one of the highest HIV infection rate among the IDUs in India . The transmission from the IDUs to their spouses is of a modus operandi and the number of spouses & children becoming infected and affected by the pandemic are increasing. Epidemiological report of SACS, 1986 to Septembe
Utilization of Minority Peer Treatment Educators for HIV/AIDS Primary Care.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D10096); Martin E Jr, Wainwright W;;;; US Public Health Service, Rockville, United States; Despite significant advancements over the past decade in the number and clinical outcomes of treatment options for HIV infection, minority communities in the United States continue to be most impacted by HIV/AIDS. Multiple strategies are needed to address this public health crisis and to close the gap on disparate care
Reducing vulnerability & discrimination of children whose parents are victims of HIV infection.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D10101); Perera G;;;; Institution, Anuradhapura, Sri Lanka; Problem Disrimination of HIV positives a major problem in our country & a need to advocate for children s rights. HIV/AIDS is a critical obstacle to achieve rights. The loss of parents by AIDS has an impact on them. Also living with parents who have HIV results in psychological difficulties for childre
The right for life and support.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D10106); Siamionava TN;;;; NGO, Minsk, Belarus; To optimise process of rendering medical and social assistance to PLWHA in Belarusian regions. Tasks: Provision of primary level doctors with comprehensive (psychological, legal and medical) data and practical resources required for working with HIV+ patients and families; training of primary level doctors on pre- and
Socio-behavioural aspects of AIDS care in India.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D10111); Singh S, Balooni V, Singhal S, Singh N;;;; All India Institute of Medical Sciences, New Delhi, India; To understand the socio-psychological aspects of HIV transmission and AIDS care in India . Methods: One hundred HIV positive patients and their spouses or sexual partners were included in this study. The patients were interviewed for their sexual pre-or extramarital exposure with suspected HIV positive pers
Why Kerala is showing lower HIV/AIDS prevalence rates?: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D10116); Nabeel MK, Gunawardhanan MN;;;; Academy of Medical Sciences, Kannur, Kerala, India; Among the south Indian states seen Red in the prevalence rate maps, this tiny state called Kerala remains to be Yellow indicating lower prevalence rates. Criticism has already crept in attributing it to the faulty surveillance system employed which is true to a certain extent in many other parts of the country.
Determinants of hospice use among terminally ill patients in Lusaka Zambia: a high HIV prevalence and resource limited setting.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D10121); Nota A, Shalunga C;;;; Zambart Project, Lusaka, Zambia; Hospice services have been available in Zambia for some years. The health system in Zambia is overburdened by the TB/HIV dual threat. Currently few terminally ill patients are able to access and benefit from these services. This observational study identifies determinants of hospice service uptake and factors l
Filipinos living with HIV/AIDS: A voice for self-healing and access to treatment.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D10126); Hernandez LI, Imperial RH;;;; Coll of Arts and Sciences, Univ of the Phils Manila, Manila, Philippines; Issues : At present, there is no national access to treatment plan intended for Filipinos living with HIV/AIDS (FLWHA) despite the implementation of Republic Act No. 8504 (The Philippine AIDS Law). Filipino positives or sometimes called in the vernacular as Pusits rely on their provision and its purchase of drugs from
Accessibility and availability of treatment for all and the ignorance in our developing countries.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D10131); Etame Lingome P, Mewa Teguia A, Epoune Lingome C, Kange Mpassi L;;;; University of M.B.A, Douala, Cameroon; the world Bank cameroon project, WHO are working to contribute in the developing of care and support activities in cameroon. But to date, treatment is not available to most of those who need it. many drugs for treating commn opportunities infections are readily available but practitioners often back the experie
Red Ribbon Clubs an innovative Networking Process to mobilize Community and Involve grossroot Level against the spread of HIV/AIDS and safgurd the PLWHAs.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D10136); Arulmony T;;;; MMHRC Hospital, Madurai, India; The New strain HIV/AIDS put general community, the risk group and the PLWHAs in utter confusion. The policy makers at micro level and macro level also lack in getting correct information about the diseases and the status of infected. In this context MHHRC launched a new movement by name Red Ribbon Club and faci
Health seeking behaviour of women living with HIV/AIDS.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D10141); Arulmony T;;;; Hospital MMHRC, Madurai, India; Women who are living with HIV/AIDS are not receiving proper treatment from hospitals due to their socio, cultural and economic status victimize to high rate of infection compare with men. The women get infected due to their male partners pay good care and attention while the male partners hospitalized. And duri
Prevention and control of HIV/AIDS at workplaces.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D10146); Wanjohi AW;;;; Majengo Mwinyitia youth group, Nyeri, Kenya; HIV/AIDS prevention and control can potentially reach an enormous number of people between the agesOf 18 and 50 years, who are socially and economically active. Most companies assist on continuos prevention communication programs. METHOD: The Kenyan government in conjunction with HIV/AIDS support groups for
Poverty a contributing factor in the high prevalence of HIV/TB co -infection.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D10151); Onyangore ON, Sabeline B;;;; MSF-B Mbagathi Hospital, Nairobi, Kenya; To evaluate the link between poverty and TB/HIV co-infection in an urban district hospital, which mainly serves residents from sorrounding Nairobi city slum communities who live in poor enviroment with over crowded shanty houses with generally poor ventilation and sanitation. Most of the inhabitants majorly dep
Laying the groundwork for studying Asian Immigrant Community Institutions in New York City for HIV prevention: A systematic approach.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D10156); Mantell J, Chin JJ, Bhagavan M, Luo X, Weiss L, Wu Y;;;; New York Academy of Medicine, New York, United States; New York City (NYC) is home to substantial populations of Chinese and Indian immigrants who rely on immigrant community institutions for support and information. Yet little is known about the effect of the HIV epidemic on these populations, how community institutions have responded and the role they can play in
Evaluating the use of condoms as a means of preventing HIV in Ghana.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D10161); Addae AB;;;; University of Cape Coast, Cape Coast, Ghana; In the bid to prevent HIV/AIDS in Ghana , the use of condoms has been greatly advocated as a means of containing the epidemic. This study was to evaluate people s attitude towards condoms. Method: 400 people made up of sex workers, married people, students and health care workers were sampled for this study
Social and economic aspects for AIDS orphans and vulnerable children.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D10166); Phiri T;;;; Institution, Lusaka, Zambia; issues zambia is one of the countries in the world with the highest number of HIV /AIDS cases there are so many orphans most of them infected with HIV and most likely have lost their parents to AIDS. these orphans do not have food,medicines,are deprived of their rights. these orphans and vulnerable children have no acc
Implementation of DOTS at community level.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D10171); Kaluta R, Mwape, Mwape W, Mfula JC;;;; Community Based TB organisation -CBTO, Lusaka, Zambia; Introduction: A community based treatment unit is spearheading the implementation of DOTS with family and community involvement in the care of TB/AIDS patients by training treatment supporters living closer to the patients and family members. Treatment supporters can be anyone who is willing, trained, responsible, acce
Role of Probus Clubs( Clubs for senior citizens-retired and retiring, sponsored by Rotary Clubs International ) in serving prevention of HIV spread and care & support.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D10176); Sathyanarayanan B, Venkatachari K, Sukanya S, Sujatha BS;;;; Sagodhar International, Chennai, India; There is an impression that work in prevention,care and support in the field HIV/AIDS are meant only for young and middle aged people, especially in reproductive groups. The idea of this abstract is to highlight that senior citizens are also suitable to work, some times better placed to work in this field. Desc
HIV/AIDS Care Services on the isolated Lake Victoria Islands and landing sites, Mukono District.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D10181); Bazira F;;;; VOLSET (the Voluntary Services Trust Team) NGO, Kampala, Uganda; Contrary to information disseminated by mass media that the incidence of HIV/AIDS is decreasing, HIV/AIDS is not lessening in the isolated areas of Lake Victoria, Uganda . According to Mudinet PLWHA s report, there are more cases of HIV/AIDS unreported due to lack of information, treatment, counseling and VCT (
Setting up of the participatory approach within the communities of Elf Axe Lourd, Brazzaville, Tractafric (Grand Canyon), Nkolmitag (Quartier Terminus) and Non Glace Aeroport in Douala, Cameroon.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D10186); Batoum PJ;;;; Institution (Espoir+), Douala, Cameroon; Widespread sensitisation campaigns about the risks of HIV/AIDS have so far not sufficiently involved the grassroots populations. This has led to a communication gap so that the target populations have remained in ignorance about the grave dangers they face. Against this backdrop, the participatory approach was
The children of Pensaeu.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D10191); Runganga A;;;; Human Behaviour Research Centre, Harare, Zimbabwe; The study describes lives of men and women who in adolescence, lived in the red-light area of Harare, to escape sexual and physical abuse and emotional deprivations. For some, the bright lights offered options to poverty and negatively viewed family life. Socialised into the Pensaeu culture , that is charac
Support for HIV/AIDS orphans and vulnerable children in cameroon.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D10196); Kampoer Pfouminzhouer EG;;;; NGO(FISS-MST/SIDA), Yaounde, Cameroon; There is an estimated number of 210.000 orphans in cameroon since the out break of HIV/AIDS. With the extension of this pandemy,there is an increasing number of victims;this poses a lot of challenges in the community and various societies for the control of this desease. This program has taken control of 20
Mobile populations and HIV / AIDS.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D10201); Sebastiar Alexander S;;;; Institution, Trichy, India; Issues:Based on the findings of the HIV / AIDS Need Assessment Study conducted by us among the truckers during the March 2002, a comprehensive HIV / AIDS prevention intervention programme is being undertaken in Dalmiapuram Cement Factory area of Trichy district in Tamil Nadu since 01.10.2003 with the assistance from MI
Access to all; where the priority lies.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D10206); Mulama SA;;;; University of Nairobi, Nairobi, Kenya; Issues;Epidemiological experts and policy makers have shown through various mathematical models the adverse social and economic effects that TB-Tuberculosis and HIV related illnesses can cause. For developing countries which are at the lower echelons of industrialization, skilled manpower is too costly an asset to be l
Social-Cultural Factors Of HIV Spread In Ulanga District, Tanzania.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D10211); Mrisho M;;;; Ifakara Health Research and Development Centre, Dar es Salaam , Tanzania; Objectives: To assess perceived causes of spread and effects of HIV/AIDS in Ulanga district. Methods: A total of 20 FGDs were conducted in all divisions, 4 FGDs for each division. The discussions were arranged according to gender and age, so as to preserve social norms. FGDs with community members were aimed at investi
Innovative use of youth force (13 years to 21 years) through ICE - Information Communication through Entertainment.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D10216); Pranaya Kumar Dutta MR;;;; Sonata foundation calcutta, Kolkata, India; With India sitting on an AIDS time bomb it is imperative for the future of the country to control the spread of this deadly disease. Clearly, teenagers are among those most at risk and this is the vulnerable segment that must be targeted if AIDS is to be checked. With this aim in view, SONATA FOUNDATION, CALCUTTA (SF)
The risk of HIV/AIDS among Gypsies in Tamil Nadu.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D10221); Meshack D, Griffin CC;;;; Rural Education & Development Assocn., Chennai, India; The purpose of this paper is to draw international attention to the plight of an outcast community in India , known to outsiders as Vagri and Narikuruvas among themselves, a community generally regarded as Gypsies on account of their spatial mobility and traditional occupations. The paper evidences by way of Meshack s
Towards Identifying and utilising existing community capacity for information, education, communication and advocacy in the introduction of universal access to anti-retroviral therapy.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D10226); Ndhlovu F, Kasonde DR;;;; Zambia HIV/AIDS Partnership in the Workplace (ZBCA), Lusaka, Zambia; Towards identifying and utilising existing community capacity in the introduction of universal access to anti-retroviral therapy (ART). This includes anti-retroviral medicines as well as the essential services needed to provide them (treatment support and laboratory testing). Anti-retroviral therap
Behaviour change intervention in HIV prevention and AIDS care programs.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D10231); Kiguli AR;;;; Mothers' Union, Kampala, Uganda; Although HIV/AIDS information was estimated to have reached 80% of the Ugandan population by 1995, sero-positivity increased, stigma remained high and behaviour change failed to take root. N= 746 n = 74 respondents in Bbira Community were randomly sampled. A study was conducted in groups of young w
An approach to address the concens of PLWHA.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D10236); Kiwumulo PA;;;; Bwanda Community Health Program, Masaka, Uganda; With much disappointment, the health and social service providers in Bbuye Community noted that many PLWHA were not making use of the services put in place for them as they had expected. In collaboration with 5 AIDS services organizations in the 2 sub-counties, Wabigalo and Malongwe, comprising of
Stories that dance.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D10241); Prum T, Ching C, Srey T, Chhorn S, Pen M;;;; WNU, Phnom Penh, Cambodia; Description of Content: A suite comprised of songs composed and rewritten by sex workers,accompanied by movement & visuals onstage and on slides projected as stage back backdrop. Song No. 1 A Woman s Life Push & pull factors illustrate reasons for entering the sex industry. The background slide presentation com
Cultural and religious practices and the prevention of AIDS/HIV.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D10246); Ogunfolu OA;;;; Students' Society Against Aids/Hivuniversity of Lagos, Lagos, Nigeria; Issues; religious teachings and cultural practices is emerging as a veritable tool employed in the fight against the spread of the dreaded HIV/AIDS syndrome in africa and most developing nations.but of note is the fact that policy makers and donor agencies are not harnessing the great opportunities that are embeded in
Railway station porters and their vulnerability to STD/HIV.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D10251); Banerjee A, Mitra S, Sengupta S;;;; Rural and Urban Development and Sustainable Alternatives, Calcutta, India; Study of high-risk sexual behaviours among migrant railway porters in India for designing targeted sexual health interventions. Methods: In-depth interviews (250), Focused group discussions (20). Sample (7%): 430 respondants. Results: 95% were under the age of 45 years. 43% of the respondents were ill-liter
STD/HIV/AIDS Prevention in Nepalese Schools/colleges youths: Does Peer Education Works?: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D10256); Gautam RK;;;; BP Memorial Health Foundation, Kathmandu, Nepal; To determine impact of KAB regarding, sexual and ARH, HIV/AIDS and STD, peer education activities among school/college students of Kathmandu and Kaski Districts of Nepal . Methods: The evaluation was done comparing results of final survey with baseline survey. In baseline and final survey 792 (7.
Media and HIV/AIDS: need for the media and ngo partnership.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D10261); Mironga Jastine K;;;; National Conventionexecutive Council(n.c.e.c), Nairobi, Kenya; Development of strategies for more effective dissemination of HIV/AIDS information- and watertight approach on the implementation of proactive policies on the diversity of HIV/AIDS pandemic to the Kenyan people through the popular media, prompted a study. the study s objective is to understand the structure and operati
Scaling up of PLHA responses through Strong Coalitions: Uganda's Experience.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D10266); Talugende S, Mwirumubi J, Mworeko L;;;; National Forum of PLHA Networks in Uganda, Kampala, Uganda; PLHA have been key actors in the fight against HIV/AIDS however, in a fragmented and isolated manner. PLHA in Uganda used to work sometimes as competitors but not as comrades in the fight. Through joint meetings and retreats facilitated by UNAIDS and the Uganda AIDS Commission, PLHA realized that lack of a w
Scaling up of HIV/AIDS interventions in rural Rwanda.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D10271); Nyabienda L, Hall H;;;; ARBEF, Kigali, Rwanda; HIV/AIDS prevention and care tend to concentrate in urban areas and yet the rural areas are equally affected. Over 83% of Rwanda s 8 million population live in rural areas according to the 2002 census and the current HIV/AIDS prevalence rate at 13.5% is the same in urban centres as in rural areas. D
The role of information resource centres in networking AIDS service organisations: a case of Kenya AIDS NGOs Consortium (KANCO).: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D10276); Irungu PN;;;; Kenya AIDS NGOs Consortium, Nairobi, Kenya; Information Centres play a vital role in the overall development of the society. Gerald Johnson says, The quickest and easiest access to the world s best thoughts is through information centres. The KANCO resource centre to date has played this role and contributed to building up KANCO as a national network of AIDS Ser
HIV/AIDS and women's economic empowerment.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D10281); Lakhani AL;;;; Deepak Charitable Trust, Baroda, India; India s infection rate in the pandemic is worrisome as it translates to 3.7 million cases-more than half of all cases in Asia. Also, women account for nearly 17 million of the 36 million infected persons worldwide. Sexual abuse and their inability to negotiate safe sex have exposed women to the same. Descriptio
HIV doesn't discriminate ... do you? Overcoming barriers to HIV positive sex, sexuality and sexual health.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D10286); Triffitt KA;;;; People Living With HIV/AIDS (NSW Australia) & Deakin Univ ersity, Melbourne, Australia, Sydney, Australia; Stigma and discrimination affect the quality of life of people with HIV and are major obstacles to effective HIV/AIDS prevention, education and care. People Living with HIV/AIDS (NSW, Australia ) has developed innovative health promotion strategies that raise awareness of the changing issues of HIV
Alternate income generation for commercial sex workers.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D10291); Diggaha Ranawaka C;;;; Institute for Development of Community Strengths, Matara, Sri Lanka; Street based commercial sex workers (CSWs) overcome a series of social, economic and health constraints and spend a life with poor living conditions. Even the clients of these CSWs are not rich enough to pay big money. They belong to the less privileged social group. Lack of knowledge on STI, HIV/AIDS and shyne
Research on whether street children can be reconciled back to society.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D10296); Lungu JN;;;; Youth Forum Zambia, Lusaka, Zambia; According to 1998 Living Conditions and Monitoring survey, 850,000 children are orphaned in Zambia . Children on the Brink Estimated that by 2002,Zambia would have 1.2million orphans. Most of these orphans are a result of parents dieing of HIV/AIDS. According to UNICEF 90,000 orphans in Zambia have simply been
Impact of HIV/AIDS intervention among migrant workers in urban slums of a northeast indian city.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D10301); Bordoloi R;;;; ASCED(NGO), Guwahati, India; Guwahati is the largest city in the Northeast India and the city is ever expanding and its population ever increasing. There is also high volume of migration and being the gateway of Northeast a large population of people enter and exit through this busy capital city. A large segment of the migrant population i
The joint project of The Siberian Network of AIDS-service organizations on providing care and support for people living with HIV/AIDS. Development and establishment of support groups for PLWHAs.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D10306); Shinkevich MB;;;; 'Siberia-AIDS-Aid' Tomsk Regional Charitable Fund, Tomsk, Russian Federation; In Siberian region the community of PLWHAs is very scattered. There are no self- and mutual support groups at all, while the foreign experience demonstrates the outstanding effectiveness of such a form of support to HIV-positive people who in need. They do not have anybody to discuss their problems with, the problems o
Standing strong.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D10311); Pich S, Pov R, Lim R, Mang C;;;; WNU, Phnom Penh, Cambodia; Description of Content: This role-play is based on sex workers experiences of struggling to sell sex in red light districts in Phnom Penh, Cambodia . The scene opens in a brothel that three drunken clients walk into who want to buy sex but do not want to use condoms. Through the support of other sex workers in the brot
Sexual risk between african male and some caucasian women as high risk in HIV/AIDS and drug exchange in British Columbia - Canada.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D10316); Hakizimana JD;;;; Centre for Family Services and Leardership, Delta, Canada; Which strategies will use to change the behavior that leads to decreased of HIV/STDs and drug users to diminish sexual manipulation among Caucasian woman and African male as sex-toys in British Columbia. A study of three years in fraser valley in British Columbia, a private consultation firm resear
Paintings done by HIV positive children in Thailand allows them to express their feelings.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D10321); Estur AB, Saisaengjan C;;;; Medecins sans Frontieres Belgium, Bangkok, Thailand; There are currently about 23,000 HIV infected children under 14 years old in Thailand . They are poorly understood and often discriminated against. Simple and effective communication between HIV positive children and their caretakers is important to address issues related to disclosure and sexuality but also to
The living center experience-improving the quality of life for people living with HIV/AIDS.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D10326); Rosenkrantz MJ;;;; AIDS service organization, New London, United States; The Alliance for Living works mainly with people living with HIV/AIDS who are low income. Quality of life and empowerment are two issues which the Alliance staff attempt to help members (clients) with. The abstract addresses how the Alliance works with members to improve their quality of life, while simultaneou
Problems of mothers living with HIV/AIDS.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D10331); Soletti SL;;;; University, Coimbatore, India; The paper will highlight the problems of mothers living with HIV/AIDS with special reference to the upbringing of children. Introduction: Women play a main role in the upbringing of children. Women are not only the main care givers of the family, but are also responsible for food production, labour and child rearing. T
Factors influencing care and support for PLWA in selected Yoruba communities of nigeria.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D10336); Ajala AS;;;; University of Ibadan, Ibadan, Nigeria; Annual increase in morbidity and mortality associated with HIV/AIDS in Yoruba society is attributed to certain social and cultural factors influencing care and support for PLWA in that society. At present morbidity associated with HIV/AIDS increases at 3.7% annually, while HIV/AIDS mortality also increases at 3
A study of causal factors of HIV/AIDS, cognitive appraisal and coping strategies used by HIV/AIDS patients.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D10341); Fareed H;;;; Caritas Pakistan Lahore, Lahore, Pakistan; The present study examined the causal factors of HIV/AIDS, cognitive appraisal and coping strategies used by HIV/AIDS patients. Sample consisted of 50 HIV positive patients who were taken from two NGOs. Self constructed questionnaire, stress appraisal measure and coping strategies questionnaire were used to assess the
Africa Youth Empowerment Theory in the HIV/AIDS programs.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D10346); Mutuma EG;;;; Youth Vision Botswana, Gaborone, Botswana; In the past couple of years there has been an increase in awareness, and knowledge levels of HIV/AIDS prevention and information and commitment to combating this deadly disease among the youth in Africa. But the youth have not changed their behaviour. The African youth are still at high risk and vulnerable to de
Bringing worlds together - traditional healer and western medicals in South Africa.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D10351); Hippler S;;;; HOPE Association, Cape Town, South Africa; The enrolment programme of the National Government of South Africa makes it essential, that all major role player concerned working together to ensure the success of treatment. One of the most influencial role player in black communities are the so called sangomas or traditional healers who controll partly the
Multisectoral and integrated strategies work best for mitigating the impact of HIV/AIDS on children, households and communities: Lessons from one of Uganda's first multisectoral and integrated programs.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D10356); Dombo M;;;; Family Health, Suite 700, Arlington VA 22201, United States; HIV/AIDS affects the entire livelihood framework of survival, development and sustenance In order to increase the impact of the interventions, as many aspects of this framework should be targeted. The manner in which these interventions are interwoven and implemented, determines the success of the project, and
HIV/AIDS and sexual health education for kids.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D10361); Kalugampitiya AR;;;; Foundation for Development of Community Strengths, Colombo, Sri Lanka; Sex education and related subjects are included in the subject stream of school education in Sri Lanka . Also this education starts from grade 10. Due to lack of training of teachers and cultural reasons sex education in schools is not successfully implemented. Even after school education school leavers don t h
The use of persons living with HIV/AIDS (plwha's) for hiv education in Enugu state, Nigeria.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D10366); Nnaji I;;;; Community Developement Co-ordinating Council, Enugu, Nigeria; HIV/AIDS education still remains one of the most effective ways of combating the spread of the infection since there is no known cure or effective vaccine for now. Despite the information a lot of misconception and misinformation still surrounds the infection. Because of these misinformation and ignorance, stig
Emergencies, armed conflict and HIV/AIDS.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D10371); Kia KM;;;; Lidnet+CBO, Lira, Uganda; For the last 17years, northern Uganda has suffered a lot due to the war that is being waged by the lord s resistance army under the command of joseph kony, this war has had a devastating effects on the lives of the people of northern Uganda. Many people have been displaced and forced to live in camps under mise
Positive body the Silence Breaking - Program of Action and Education for Persons Living with HIV- AIDS.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D10376); Wong Braga Javier WB;;;; Asociacion POSAC LUSIDA, Lima, Peru; This program arose from the own need to make the social reality visible and it medicates of all the Persons who Live With HIV-AIDS (PLWA) in our community. Two important facts have developed for the active participation and capture of decisions on the part of the PLWA: the Total Access to the Antiviral Therapy
Evaluation of HIV occupational risk amongst traditional barbers and itinerent nail cutters in North West Nigeria.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D10381); Isaac WE, lawali M;;;; Hospital, Gombe, Nigeria; To evaluate risk of exposure to HIV amongst traditional barbers (TB) and itinerant nail cutters (INC). Methods: Questionnaire and interview of 150 itinerant nail cutters and 150 traditional barbers in Zamfara. Results: 133(92%) TBs and 123(82%) of INCs have heard of HIV/AIDS.136 (84%) of TBs and 90(60 %) of
HIV related stigma and its impact on people living with HIV/AIDS and their families in China.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D10386); Li L, Wu ZY, Cui HX, Wu S, Jia MH, Detels R, Rotheram MJ;;;; UCLA, Los Angeles, United States; China has a rapidly emerging HIV epidemic and it is essential to implement effective intervention strategies now. HIV-related stigma and discrimination impede every step in mounting an effective response for prevention, treatment, and care in China. Using both qualitative and quantitative methods,
Developing cross-cultural innovative strategy to promote HIV prevention in different ethnic cultural groups of China.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D10391); Wang S;;;; Centre in Project Development in HIV Education, Chengdu Sichuan, China; The HIV and STIs epidemic in China has had a significant impact among ethnic minorities. However, traditional official-led homogeneous approach has been challenged by the cultural diversity. Data presented in the study is to explore use cultural resources to develop cross-cultural strategy in HIV prevention
Care and support of PLHWA in Lahore.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D10396); Masih NM;;;; New Light AIDS Control Awareness Group, Lahore, Pakistan; People Living with HIV/AIDS in Pakistan are facing pathetic conditions due to lack of knowledge of community, doctors and other concerned people regarding disease If any one diagonoses hiv positive, tries to hide his status not only from community but also from his own family. As a result disease spreads briskly
Service story of a HIV/AIDS care centre.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D10401); Sornaveni C;;;; Meenakshi Mission Hospital and Research centre, Madurai, India; MMHRC has been pioneering in the HIV/AIDS care field since 1997, where no hospitals don t come forward to take up the challenge. The care centre has started having the objective of identifying, providing medical, psychological and nursing care for PLHAs and their affected family members. Service flow: At the time of ad
IDU'S and its relation with AIDS epidemic in north eastern Indian region: A social exploration.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D10406); Singh KK, Mishra S;;;; Department of Statistics, Banaras Hindu University, Varanasi, India; AIDS can be perceived as human made catastrophe which emerged as fatal challenge to be faced by all. The epidemic has created havoc and made the various pockets where it is gaining a full bloom. North Eastern Indian region is one such pocket where the problem has reached to it s paramount. Being close to notori
Significantly different profile of antiretroviral prescription (AP) in the two HIV outpatient units of Bologna, Italy.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D10411); Manfredi R, Calza L, Chiodo F;;;; Infectious Diseases, University of Bologna, Bologna, Italy; The knowledge of profile and trend of AP is needed to allocate treatment resources. Methods: Comparison of electronic databases of AP in the 2 linked HIV outpatient centres of Bologna ( Italy ),where ~1900 HIV-infected patients (p) are followed,and 86.5% received AP during 2003. Results: Combinations of 2 n
Extent and nature of involvement in commercial sex of young migrant women working in carpet and garment factories in Nepal.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D10416); Puri M;;;; Centre for Research on Environment Health & Population Activities, Kathmandu, Nepal; Migration is identified as one of the risk factor for HIV/AIDS including other sexually transmitted infections. In Nepal , the expanding textile industry in the Kathmandu valley has attracted large numbers of rural young people to work as carpet and garment weavers in factories. Alongside economic migration, young peop
Stigma and AIDS in Brazil, a comparative study.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D10421); Mello JH;;;; Brazilian Network of PLWHA, Sao Jose do Rio Preto, Brazil; to categorize and describe the daily sources of stigma encountered by HIV- infected people living in Brazil . Methods: A semi-structured questionaire will be used in 3000 HIV-infected people under treatment in 15 of the major Brazilian Regional Centers for HIV/AIDS Treatment and Care and among members of RNP
Quality of life of HIV infected IDUs in the integrative therapeutic community.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D10426); Konefal AM, Pulawska-Popielarz KP;;;; Warsaw Goodwill Society, Warsaw, Poland; The reality of life in Poland shows that there are not any proposals for the continuation of the therapeutic treatment for HIV/AIDS drug addicts in a poor health condition but not in a terminal stage yet. The treatment centers or rehabilitation centers for drug addicts do not want to or due to some reasons are not able
Power relations, drugs, sexuality and HIV/AIDS: a study on Vietnamese drug users and their sexual relationships.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D10431); Lam NT;;;; Amsterdam School for Social Science Research, Amsterdam, Netherlands; The current transmission of AIDS in Vietnam is mostly linked to drug injection, but there is potential of a sexual epidemic. HIV education programs focus on the personal responsibility model of risk, yet failing to address adequately other aspects of HIV risks in social contexts. This paper examines HIV ris
Inter and intracommunity dynamics: window to study risk behaviour.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D10436); Bhattacharya RD, Jani H, Seth R;;;; Gujarat AIDS Awareness and Prevention (GAP) unit -ISRCDE, Ahmedabad 380 006, India; Epidemiology is inherently not in so much of the study of diseases and health in human population, as the study of health and diseases of human population. The contradiction of healthy communities from healthy individuals within a community highlights the importance of social envrionment where an individual
Involvement of people living with HIV/AIDS.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D10441); Joshi R;;;; Prerana, Kathmadu, Nepal; There are around more than 60 thousand PLWHAs in Nepal . Large-scale of stigma and discrimination exists which makes difficult for PLWHAs to come out and access services. Based on the personal experiences of discrimination author decided to work for creating a favorable environment for PLWHAs in Ne
Street Children in Kurzeme District of Riga City, their Patterns of Sexual Behavior and Substance Abuse.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D10446); Gange G, Caunitis J, Supule I, Vavere A;;;; State Center for Prevention of Addictions, Riga, Latvia; Background : As a number of street children in Riga has increased during the last ten years. The target group - street children in Kurzeme region of Riga - has been chosen because there are already contemplation how to improve the work with street children in the Kurzeme region by opening a daily center for street chil
Promoting street kids participation in HIV/AIDS prevention in sub-sahara Africa.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D10451); Adaramola SE, Ebenezer A, Omotunde PA, Oyekanmi TO;;;; Emmanuel world children foundation, akure, Nigeria; the increase in the population of street kids is a fall out of the increase of AIDS orphans in sub -sahara africa. despite the global action on prevention, care and support for people living with HIV/AIDS(PLWHAs) and people affected by AIDS(PABA) which includes AIDS orphans and the establishment of orphanag
Increased patients' age: a mounting epidemiological, clinical, and therapeutic problem in the HIV disease scenario.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D10456); Manfredi R, Calza L, Chiodo F;;;; Infectious Diseases, University of Bologna, Bologna, Italy; Literature data about the epidemiology and outcome,and antiretroviral management,are still very limited for elderly patients (p),although the mean age of HIV-infected p is growing,due to increased life expectancy of infected p,and the concomitance of newly diagnosed p. Methods: Cross-sectional survey perfor
The Thai HIV/AIDS Epidemic at 15 Years: Sustained Needle Sharing among Southern Thai Injecting Drug Abusers.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D10461); Perngmark P, Vanichseni S, Celentano DD;;;; Prince of Songkla University, Hadyai, Songkla, Thailand; To explore perceptions, knowledge, and attitudes towards needle sharing among clinic-based injecting drug abusers (IDUs) at a drug-treatment clinic in Hat Yai (Songkla Province) in southern Thailand . Methods: This study used qualitative methods to gather data over a six-month period, including: in-depth in
Cultural and Traditional beliefs' role in persistent the spread of HIV/AIDS.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D10466); Kizito ED;;;; Child To Youth Outreach Foundation, Jinja, Uganda; Rural areas are usually so remote and the means to empower them are so inadequate such that AIDS death and sickness are often associated with witchcraft or superstition. This presentation will discuss findings of a rural HIV/AIDS awareness/prevention program serving seven rural communities in Jinja
Social Promotion of people infected and affected by HIV/AIDS through a Microproject.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D10471); Upadhyay J, Solanki H;;;; Abhiprayas, Ahmedabad, India; Reducing the ecnonomic impact and instilling self confidence, improving quality of life and normalizing living with HIV/AIDS are the objectives of this microproject through Abhiprayas, for marginalized groups working with GAP. A vocational training was given to people along with skill development tr
Inculcating sexuality and life skill education in faith-based HIV/AIDS intervention targeting grassroots youths in Lagos State.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D10476); Nsofor ES, Udofia UR, Lawal A, Oyelohunnu KP;;;; Civil Society Consultative group on HIV (CiSCGHAN), Lagos, Nigeria; With an adult HIV prevalence of 5.8%, Nigeria , the most populous sub-Saharan African country is presently threatened by an exponential and explosive growth of the epidemic. These rates of infection are continuously exacerbated by misinformation associated with existing cultural and religious beliefs. Responses
Social behaviour favourable to AIDS in Bouza area (republic of Niger).: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D10481); Tahirou TI;;;; NGO lafia matassa, Niamey, Niger; The present study was undertaken in order to evaluate the population awarness, their attitude, practices and beliefs as far as aids is concerned. Methodology: A descriptive, qualitative and quantitative method was used. The study concerned different social categories. Globally, 485 persons where asked indiv
The role of HIV positive people in providing information and socialisation on HIV/AIDS to doctors at Community Health Centers in West Java, Indonesia.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D10486); Eko A;;;; Rumah Cemara, Bandung, Indonesia; ISSUE. Community Health Center (CHC) is the most accessible health care service provider in remote areas such as in districts in West Java, Indonesia . Unfortunately, doctors in those facilities lack information on HIV/AIDS, resulting in rejection and/or inappropriate treatment towards HIV-positive patients. DESCRIPTIO
Medical service referral system for PLHA in Bali.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D10491); Sugito H;;;; Bali Plus, Denpasar-Bali, Indonesia; IssueThere is an estimated number of 30,000 PLHAs in Bali (Ministry of Health, 31 December 2003), however not all of them can receive appropriate medical services. It is assumed that PLHAs in Bali are reluctant to go to a medical setting (hospital, community health center, private practitioners) for fear of rejection.
Empowering Parents to Support PLHAs/IDUs in Medan, Indonesia.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D10496); Totonta Kaban T;;;; Medan Plus, Medan, Indonesia; HIV positive give a terrible impact to parents, that drive to depression, stress, feeling failure in educating their children. These problems are also caused by poor factor, shame, and cultural effect. In fact, PLHAs who are also IDUs can not stand on their own and need support from their parents. Many referral
Utilizing Local Radio:Involvement of People Living with HIV/AIDS (PLHAs) in Breaking the Silence by Broadcasting HIV/AIDS Information.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D10501); Alba R;;;; Enggang Plus, Pontianak, Indonesia; There is serious lack of correct information about HIV/AIDS in Pontianak, West Kalimantan, Indonesia . This results in discrimination, which occurs frequently in many sectors. Mass media has an important role in making the matter worse. Since the end of 2002, an independent PLHAs movement was initi
Impact of a mutual in PLHA support: experience of Ruban Rouge cote d'ivoire MUTTER.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D10506); Fato JH;;;; Ruban Rouge Cote d'Ivoire, Abidjan, Cote d'Ivoire; In 2002, RUBAN ROUGE C. I set up a mutual (MUTERR). This mutual empower people infected and affected trough income generating activities which help them to have access to their treatment and partly sponsor other the invalid PLHA treatments solely by the affected one. Supports takes the form of a loan granted by
Christianity and marriage veto: advocacy for HIV discordant couples unity in Christian congregations throughout Abidjan.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D10511); Ngouolele MC;;;; Ruban Rouge Cote d'Ivoire, Abidjan, Cote d'Ivoire; In Cote d Ivoire , both Christians( 40% of the national population ) and Muslims ( 50% ) openly agree that PLHA are but ordinary human beings who have the right to live, work, love and be loved. But when HIV discordant couples apply for church wedding, sophisticated interferences start raising in the sole objec
Relationship between PLWH+ and PNLWH at the workplace.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D10516); Zambou TZ;;;; Sunaids, Douala, Cameroon; Even though the advancement of research concerning HIV/AIDS has create more awareness in people, relationship at the workplace between people living HIV/AIDS and non HIV/AIDS persons are very ambiguous. For, as soon as their positive serology is known by others, they are rejected. Then a gradual feeling of frus
Moral issues among teenagers.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D10521); Adebanjo AM;;;; adolescent moral encouragers of nigeria, ijebu ode, Nigeria; the issue of good morals among teenagers is nothing to write home about. a lot of them have no moral value due to their exposure to sex and rough life from an early stage. they will do anything to make money before thinking of their health or other things. some teen age girls in between twelve and eighteen years of age
Empowerment of people living with HIV/AIDS (PLHAs)/active injecting drug user (IDUs) in Peer Support Group.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D10526); Faisal A;;;; Institution, Denpasar, Bali, Indonesia; Active PLHAs / IDUs only feel comfortable when involved in activities with people from the same back ground. Usually they most probably isolate themselves, part of people / groups didn t accept them to involve in the empowerment. And the PLHAs / IDUs tend to be isolated. In the middle of 2003, we h
Self acceptance leads to better quality of life among HIV positive persons.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D10531); Clement SC, Tharyan PV;;;; Christian Medical College, Vellore, Tamilnadu, India; How much self-acceptant are we? especially when we contact the infectious illness like HIV. Self-acceptance changes a person s lifestyle to a better position when he starts realizing the facts and about the illness in general. Well-being is more than an absence of illness. It is a positive state of mind. Your a
HIV/AIDS care and support for PLWHAS.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D10536); Semakula SE, Nabiryo C, Lukubo ML;;;; The AIDS Support Organisation TASO, Kampala, Uganda; Although the number of HIV/AIDS care organizations is being increasing every year in Uganda , A lot of Plwas need care and support from communities, family members and friends. Like any other Plwas, since I was diagnosed HIV+ positive, I have faced many psychological and social problems. Therefore I was sup
Employer easing: Relationship between the employee at the work place.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D10541); Semakula SE, Nabiryo C, Lukubo MK;;;; The AIDS Support Organisation TASO, Kampala, Uganda; PLWHAs are constantly faced with the fear that their employers will terminate their services upon discovering their HIV status. A supportive and understanding employer can help PLWHAs to overcome this fear and enhance their confidence and productivity at work. The impact of AIDS on a PLWHA can dras
Living with HIV/AIDS: a testimony of a TASO client.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D10546); Sewanyana SV, Nabiryo C;;;; Positive Men's Union - POMU, Kampala, Uganda; Positive Living is a philosophy advocated for by TASO Uganda since its inception in 1987. TASO has an active clientele of over 30.000 PLWHAs who have been counselled to adopt living positively with the virus. I am a 33-year-old male Ugandan and I have lived with HIV/AIDS for the last 8 years. I hav
The deficiency ratio of the impact of the HIV/AID on orphans 0-29 years of age.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D10551); Stewart A, Mbomeda JC;;;; ACHA, Los Angeles, United States; Research on the Deficiency Ratio of the impact of the HIV/AIDS pandemic continues to show staggering numbers in AIDS defining infections, opportunistic infections, and deaths around the world. Although the numbers continue to rise and scale un-proportionately from one area to another, no other region has been h
Gang rape in Phnom Penh.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D10556); Tong S, Bearup LS;;;; NGO - CARE Cambodia, Phnom Penh, Cambodia; This abstract is in relation to the GAD/C supported Phnom Penh study titled Paupers and Princelings: Youth Attitudes Toward Gangs, Violence, Rape, Drugs and Theft . Bauk (or gang rape) first came to public attention through PSI funded qualitative research undertaken by Wilkinson and Fletcher (2002) titled
Use of ARV Drugs and well-being of PLWA.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D10561); Talom Yomgne C, Talom JM, Kongne Tela EP;;;; Circle for Christians Againt STI's/AIDS, Douala, Cameroon; In most project, based on the use of antiretroviral drugs as treatment of HIV/AIDS infection, it is pointed out that one of the main failures in HIV/AIDS programme efficieny patient s non - compliance to treatment, is basically a problem of information and education of HIV+/AIDS patient In a ground
Knowledge, attitude and practice of long distance drivers towards HIV/AIDS.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D10566); Ofili AN;;;; University of Benin, Benin City, Nigeria; The aim of this study was to assess the knowledge, attitude and practice of HIV/AIDS amongst long distance drivers. Previous work done on this group on HIV/AIDS has been few and the mobile nature of their work not only predisposes them to getting infected but also makes them a veritable agent of spreading t
Psychological care and well-being of PLWA.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D10571); Talom Yomgne C, Kongne Tela EP;;;; Circle for Christians Against STI's/AIDS, Douala, Cameroon; Because no cure for iradicated HIV in blood currently exits, the disease turns the lives of infected persons completely up side down, disrupting their most intimate relationships and shattering their life goals and personal dream. CCASA (Circle for Christians Against STI s/AIDS) is Catholic Christi
Dropping out of an online sex survey: when and why?: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D10576); Evans AR, Wiggins RD, Bolding GJ, Davis M, Elford J;;;; City University, London, United Kingdom; The dramatic growth in Internet use has created new opportunities for conducting behavioural research on the world wide web. In this paper we examine when gay/bisexual men who began an online sex survey dropped out and their reasons for doing so. Methods: An invitation to take part in the Sex, Health, Inter
Culture a great challenge of HIV/AIDS, Nigeria women perspective.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D10581); Obichukwu TE;;;; University of Benin Teaching Hospital, Benin City, Nigeria; Nigeria has great ethnical, cultural and religious diversity. The culture encourages men to take sexual risks and discourage women from questioning their partner s sexual activity. Socio-cultural norms, particularly gender norms, often discourage people from using condoms even when they risk contracting HIV
The effectiveness of participatory and interactive seminars as means of enlightenment about HIV/AIDS for military personnel in areas of emergencies, and armed conflict.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D10585); Alobo SI;;;; African initiative for dev. & research cent., Enugu, Nigeria; The use of interactive participatory seminar as a means of educating people about HIV/AIDS has remained very effective in curtailing new cases of HIV/AIDS. This is demonstrated in the case of the 103 Battalion of the Nigerian Army Enugu State, whose personnel participated in peace-keeping operation in liberia a
Involvement of persons living with HIV/AIDS in the prevention activities the case of NGO "Amis d'Afrique"AA".: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D10589); Dabanga MH, Kaba MJ, Tokunaga M;;;; Amis d'Afrique, Bangui, Central African Republic; Introduction: C. A. R with a seroprevalence rate of 15 % is the 10th of the most affected in the world.450.000 PWAS are registered since the beginning of the epidemic their effort has a real impact on the population. Il is why the Japanese NGO Amis d Afrique wanted to involve them closely in the prevention activities.
Home based care strategy to take care of people living with HIV/AIDS in the community. The case of NGO "Amis d'Afrique" "AA".: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D10593); Kaba MJ, Tokunaga M, Kaine F;;;; NGO, Bangui, Central African Republic; The Central African Republic is the first country in Central African which is the most affected with 15 % of the rate for Aids prevalence. 70 % of beds in hospitals are occupied by HIV positive patients. Patients spend many days at hospitals. The hospitalisation, care and treatment costs are high, but the purch
The influence of peer health education among peer group.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D10597); Ajayi AA;;;; Armitage Senior Secondary School, Janjanbureh, Gambia; Constructive criticism of the influence of the peer health volunteers shows that there is more to just being a peer health educator. Peer group relationship is becoming increasingly sophisticated social setup that influences children values and behaviors. The transition to adulthood social world is aided by the
Lesson to learn about the volutary HIV test among pregnant in a central african rural area.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D10601); Nzaumvila KD, Lukanu LN, Masukidi MA, Bafende EA;;;; IME/Kimpese, Kimpese, Congo; The prevention of the vertical transmission of HIV from mother to child is a great preoccupation for the International community. The vertical transmission of HIV is around 4% fifteen years ago at Kimpese, a rural area of the Democratic Republic of Congo in central Africa. The Congolese National program aga
Red Road Youth Cultural Enrichment Project.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D10605); Huff DP, Pattee C, Rush G;;;; Native American Community Health Center, Inc., Phoenix, United States; Urban American Indian youth are challenged by separation from traditional tribal influences and easily become trapped and lost in problems of major society. Gangs, drugs, alcohol, family disintegration and isolation lead to participation in behaviors that increase HIV risk. Native youth generally lack culturall
Food security, poverty reduction and HIV/AIDS.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D10609); Ogunbayo O;;;; University of Ibadan, Ibadan, Nigeria; As Africa s HIV/AIDS infection rates combine with widespread famine condition, the region faces not only sickness and starvation but also a severe long term threat to its economies and societies. Methods: In most Countries, the epidemic has taken a heavy toll on people in their prime working ages, thereby leadi
An investigation on learning status of HIV/AIDS knowledge among floating people.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D10613); Meng MX, Qiu QB, Wang WY;;;; Institute of STD/AIDS Prevention and Control, Jilin Provincial CDC, Changchun, China; To realize the learning status of HIV/AIDS knowledge among floating people and set up proper health education model for popularizing HIV/AIDS knowledge among them on the basis of investigation results. Method: Floating people aged 18 to 25 years old were sampled in Changchun Railway Station. Questionnaires
Inadequate education and ignorance, as a major cause of increase in cases of HIV/AIDS in areas of emergencies and armed conflicts.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D10617); Iheme CO;;;; Nigerian Army of Education, Illorin, Nigeria; The cost of crisis resolution in West Africa is much in term of mobilization of men and acquisition of weapons. But it is much more costly on the long run when one considers the colossal waste of lives through the spread of HIV/AIDS since such crisis allows unabated promiscuity. This write up focus
Low cost nutritional support for people living with HIV/AIDS in Ilesa area of Nigeria.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D10621); Malomo O;;;; NGO, Ilesa, Nigeria; This is to provide a highly nutritious meal for people living with HIV/AIDS; which were found to be prevalent among the low-income social economic strata of the society in Nigeria . A mixture of soya bean and maize meal formulation was adopted. The soya bean meal to supply the protein component of the diet
The plight of the +ve professional elite/well-to-do kenya : Lack of involvement in all the areas of HIV/AIDS programs.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D10625); Muchiri MW;;;; Corporate Sector, Nairobi, Kenya; Existing NGOs only address the disadvantaged members of the society. Lack of +ve elite leadership at the NACC (National Aids Control Council) and other major HIV/AIDS units. Belief that Aids affects the poor & the rich are untouchable. Lack of support groups for the +ve elite to identify with. Fear of stigm
Addressing religious influences on HIV/AIDS intervention among children in Charismatic Renewal Ministries Lagos, Nigeria.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D10629); Esenwa AA;;;; Civil Society Consultative Group on HIV/AIDS in Nigeria, Lagos State, Nigeria; Sexuality education has continued to experience apathy in the doctrines of most religious institutions in Nigeria . These institutions wield an overwhelming influence on the development of children who constitute the largest high-risk group for HIV/AIDS infection. They are denied access to accurate information
The African immigrant sexual health initiative.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D10633); Boadu SO, Owusu-Ansah S;;;; Preventive Health For All Initiatve (PHFAI), Inc., Wakefield, MA, United States; Programs to inform and educate African immigrants in the United States tend to follow the biased pattern of focusing exclusively on a single target group - the heterosexual population. But recent events, studies and observations have confirmed the existence of gays, lesbians, transgender, and bisexuals as well
Violence of trafficking for prostitution & girls who are living with HIV / AIDS.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D10637); Basu S, Sinha I;;;; Sanlaap, Kolkata, India; Every year a large number of girls get trafficked from different parts of India , Bangladesh or Nepal and forced into prostitution. The age of these girls varies between 8 to 16 years and when rescued most of them are found as
PLWHIV/AIDS activist's rights and protections in the workplace and the community.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D10641); Colon JF;;;; Pacientes de SIDA pro Politica Sana, San Juan, Puerto Rico; PLWHIV/AIDS rights, including confidentiality, should cover and protect activists who openly defend these rights, not only in the workplace but against all who violate and take advantage of the HIV/AIDS activists exposition as an instrument of discrimination and stigma. There is a potentially dangerous possibility that
Greater involvement of people living with HIV/AIDS(PLWA): The way forward in the fight against HIV/AIDS.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D10645); Uko DE;;;; Heal the Land Initiative,Shops,c2,c7,Helemah Shopping Complex, Ikot Okubo, Uyo, Akwa Ibom State, Nigeria; Involving PLWA in HIV/AIDS awareness, care, support and prevention activities may have a positive effect in the reduction of the spread of HIV/AIDS in our communities. Heal the Land Initiative (HELI), a service provider organization adopted an approach which involved PLWA as effective advocate for
Faith-based movements and HIV/AIDS in rural south-eastern Nigeria.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D10649); Essien AM;;;; University, Uyo, Nigeria; The leaders of most independent Faith-Based Movements in rural South-eastern Nigeria have turned their centres into quasi hospitals thereby claiming to be providing spiritual cure for HIV/AIDS through the practice of Nkukut, (local terminology for clairvoyance). They also encourage the culture of silence on female sexu
Social Marketing for Using Condoms as a result of comparative study in rural and urban areas in Serbia.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D10653); Ilic DI;;;; JAZAS, Belgrade, Yugoslavia; Serbia and Montenegro is amongst countries with relatively low prevalence and incidence of HIV AIDS. Thou related to surrounding countries, Serbia and Montenegro has the highest prevalence and incidence of HIV AIDS. The highest number of HIV infected and ill wit
Peer Education: An effective strategy for risk reduction among non-brothel based sex workers.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D10657); Mendiratta M, Sengupta DR, Chaturvedi DR, Mohanty SK;;;; Institution, New Delhi, India; To discuss the factors bringing about sustainable behavior change among non-brothel based commercial sex workers (NbbCSWs) in a high-risk urban poor population. The intervention involved selecting 30 volunteers from 65 self identified NbbCSWs, availing the medical & counseling services for STIs
Working through mobile clinic and self-help groups towards reducing HIV vulnerability in urban slums of Delhi, India.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D10661); Kole SK, Nanda AR;;;; Program Associate (Programs), Population Foundation of India, New Delhi, India; IssuesUrban slum communities, mostly migrant labourers and their families are highly vulnerable to HIV infection due to several socio-economic, demographic, cultural and behavioural factors. Government services do not reach these people since many slums do not have legal status; and men and women work during daytime. M
Community based insurance scheme, a methodology for success in HIV treatment in poor developing countries.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D10665); Ngoe Akume Peter PA;;;; NGO, Kumba, Cameroon; Social exclusion from medical care amongst other basic fascilities in cameroon like most other developing poor countries in the world, creates limitations to the effective implementation of all well designed and financed programs in the fight againts the HIV/AIDS (treatment of HIV patients with anti retroviral
Dating and mate seeking behaviour of Indian youth in the context of HIV/AIDS: An exploratory study.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D10669); Kole SK, Singh PK, Panwar M;;;; Program Associate (Programs), Population Foundation of India, New Delhi, India; IssuesDating and mate-seeking behavior of Indian youth is rapidly changing with country s modernisation and urbanisation. Dating enhances the risk factors as one of the impulses of human sexuality remains to have more free interaction with the opposite sex and dating bears the notion of frequent partner change. The dat
The important role of the family and community to its members in HIV prevention and care.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D10673); Ogar KP;;;; Nigerian Army, Enugu, Nigeria; The family and the community have always played an important role of support and care for its sick members and preventing new cases But with the advent of the HIV/AIDS scourge, this support and care is gradually reducing. The reason is that that both the family and the community are inadequately prepared for th
HIV/AIDS transmission through Female Genital Cutting: a case report.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D10677); Etokidem AJ;;;; Health Sustenance Action, ASH, Calabar, Nigeria; Despite concerted advocacy efforts, Female Genital Cutting(FGC), is still widely practised in Nigeria , especially in the rural communities. About 50% of Nigerian girls and women have been victims of this harmful practice. A lot more still undergo it on yearly basis. This paper reports a case of co
Disclosure in a new context: HIV infected children aging into adolescence.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D10681); Nishi EA, Cincotta N, Childs J, Salisbury K, Edwards W, VanDevanter N;;;; Columbia University, New York, United States; In the US, a host of new psychosocial issues are emerging as children with perinatally acquired HIV reach adolescence. When HIV status is disclosed to the perinatally infected child it often brings about other disclosures such as the child s adoptive status or the HIV status of other family members. Some parent
Finding their way to acceptance: children bereaved by HIV/AIDS.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D10685); Kindy-McPherson J;;;; AIDS Organization: The Teresa Group, Toronto, Canada; By the year 2010, 40 million children will be orphaned by AIDS related illnesses ( UNAIDS 1998). Bereaved children deal with a profound sense of loss which left untreated often results in emotional and psychological disturbance. These disturbances are further impacted by the secrecy that may surround a family m
Effects of adult Malnutritionin HIV/AIDS clients.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D10689); Agbaje O;;;; Living Hope Care, Ilesa, Nigeria; The problems of HIV/AIDS in Ilesa are further aggravated by poverty. Poverty among PLWHA has brought about the combined effects of social realities, which are adult malnutrition, incessant illness episodes and very low standard of living. The existence and persistence of these situations inhibit the impact
An exploration of perceptions and attitudes to VCT among women in Nairobi.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D10693); Kiranga JW;;;; University, Nairobi, Kenya; The study investigates women s experiences and perceptions of HIV counselling and testing as well as motivating and deterring factors in seeking counselling and testing. VCT has been shown to be important in both HIV prevention and for people with the HIV infection as an early entry point to care (
HIV is only the tip of the Iceberg. - A multi-integrated approach model in prevention (MIAMI-P).: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D10697); Gomez-Gonzalez J;;;; South Florida AIDS Network, Miami, United States; Most HIV prevention approaches target High Risk Individuals . Those models are based on Euro-centric believes that assume that individuals at risk will do what they learn to be good for them. That is a fallacy when you are dealing with stigmatized populations, people of color and undeserved populations. Descrip
AIDS and imperialism: HIV in a globalised world.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D10701); Worth H;;;; NCHSR, University of New South Wales, Sydney, Australia; This paper discusses the connection between new global forms of imperialism and HIV Hardt and Negri s book Empire explores the emergence of a new global order, empire: a sovereign and universal power which is now beginning to govern the world. This passage to a globalised world order affects the way
Survey on the use of anti-retroviral therapy among PLWHA in support group and home care team 7 area in 2003, Phnom Penh, Cambodia.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D10705); Deng S, Suos P, Lynen L, De Munter P, Benthy P;;;; Sihanouk Hospital Center of HOPE, Phnom Penh, Cambodia; In Cambodia antiretroviral therapy (ART) was available in the past in an uncontrolled way, and at unaffordable prices. Government and NGO are trying hard to expand ART programs. We evaluated the use of ART among home care (HC) and support group (SG) patients in Phnom Penh. Methods: Using a standardized ques
Outcomes of a community home based care (CHBC) program for people living with HIV/AIDS.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D10709); Ncama BP;;;; University of Natal, Durban, South Africa; CHBC is a concept that has become central to care provision in the era of HIV/AIDS. Most of the literature acknowledges the amazing creativity and tenacity these programs have shown in providing comfort and hope to PHAs. A number of sources describe innovations in home care but very few are based on outcome
Peer education among motorcycle service and sevice girls at border area between Lao-Vietnam sites.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D10713); Phatthabeusy PP, Phatthabeusy PT, Nyathivong MS, Phatthabeusy MS;;;; Norwegian Church Aid, Vientiane, Lao People's Democratic Republic; Densavanh and LaoBao are the busy trading towns between Laos and Vietnam as well as for the Thai traders. Increasing number of hotels and restaurants are in service to meet the number of people crossing and trading in these area. This is after promulgation of Laobao Trade and Economic Development Pro
Situation of cross-border commercial sex workers (CSW) effecting HIV/AIDS prevention in Nongkhai province, Thailand.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D10717); Klongdee S;;;; Welcome House , Nongkhai, Thailand; Increase in Cross-border CSWs in Nongkhai Province was evidenced. They clandestinely work in brothels, in karaoke bars and some restaurants. Since, among other activities, they provided sexual services to clients, they could transmit HIV/AIDS to clients and other people with whom they have close relationship eit
Behavior change communication (BCC): Target groups v/s community at large.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D10721); Shilu AM;;;; Institution, Surat, India; The Behavior Change Communication (BCC) efforts dilute due to large population outside target groups and areas. BCC means to communicate for change in the behavior of high risk groups. High Risk Behavior (HRB) means peoples who have unsafe sexual relations with multiple partners, mostly having multi
Psychometric characteristics of the english and spanish language versions of the SOCRATES-8S.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D10725); Hershberger SL, Fisher DG, Archuletta E, Rodriguez J;;;; Cailfornia State University, Long Beach, Long Beach, United States; Psychometric studies, comparing the measurement characteristics of the English and Spanish Language versions of the SOCRATES 8-S (for sex behavior), have not been reported. Test equating methods based on item response theory (IRT) can be used to verify that the psychometric properties of the SOCRATES 8-S, w
Socio-economic determinants of HIV/AIDS: A case-control study.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D10729); Swaminathan K, Krishnamoorthy S;;;; Department of Population Studies, Bharathiar University , Coimbatore , India; The socio-economic, cultural and demographic factors mediate their effect on HIV transmission only through a set of intermediate factors. Using this framework effect of socio-economic factors on the transmission of HIV epidemic is studied under Indian context. Methods: As the level of prevalence of HIV is v
Do it like a man, die like a man gender relations, sexuality and HIV/AIDS: challenging inequalities in infection, transmission and prevention among young people in refugee camps.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D10733); Mumah SC;;;; Department of Psychology, Kenyatta University, Nairobi, Kenya; During the last decade, the refugee was identified as a global phenomenon , a defining characteristic of the contemporary world. In a refugee crisis, children are sold into slavery or recruited by belligerent armies. Girls are forced to do hard physical labor for rebel armies or act as sex slaves for warlords. The plig
Communication need assessment study by PLHA for social acceptance for PLHA.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D10737); Shirke Rajendra MR;;;; Network of Maharashtra by People Living with HIV/AIDS (NMP+), Pune - Maharashtra, India; Study on Communication Needs Assessment for Health Care Providers, PLHA & Influencer. Communication plays important role to increase the social acceptance of PLHA, but still stigma persists hence the following objectives were formulated for study supported by EJF/FHI Rapid fund and done by HIV+
Couples VCT in a PMTCT study in Addis Ababa health centers, Ethiopia.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D10741); Kelo AB, Mengistu YM, Gudeta BG, Abashawel AA, Kumbi SK, Isehak AI, Leulseged SL, Adamu RA, Ruff AR;;;; Addis Ababa University, Addis Ababa, Ethiopia; Abstract Option 2Couples VCT is an important preventive measure in HIV infection and control of other STDs. PMTCT activities are generally provided in the context of antenatal clinics in Health Centers and hospitals. Identifying means of including partners in the VCT process in an important priority. Descriptio
Perceptions of partners' infidelity and reported extra marital sex among married and cohabiting couples in Uganda.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D10745); Neema S, Cleland J;;;; Makerere Institute of Social Research, Kampala, Uganda; This paper is based on a study on family planning and sexual behavior in the era of HIV/AIDS: a multi country study carried out in 1997/98 in Jinja district, eastern Uganda . The study was undertaken to ascertain the perspectives of sexually active individuals about the risks of HIV/AIDS and unwanted pregna
Promoting access for all.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D10749); Pounde N;;;; Church of Scotland HIV/AIDS Project, Edinburgh, United Kingdom; Issues : The complex needs of asylum-seekers and refugees in the UK pose major demands on political and social support systems, especially when government dispersal policy leads to concentrations in particular areas, eg Greater Glasgow. Local Churches and self-help groups of people living with HIV are challenged to add
Knowledge, Beliefs And Attitudes About Male Circimcision In Four Districts Of Malawi.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D10753); Ngalande RC, Bailey R, Levy JA, Kaponda CN, Kawala L, Mhango L, Chitsulo C;;;; University of Illinois, School of Public health, Chicago, United States; Male circumcision is associated with reduced risk of contracting HIV. Little is known of its acceptability in countries where male circumcision (MC) is not traditionally practiced and mode of transmission is heterosexual. The objective was to assess knowledge, attitudes and beliefs of Malawians towards male
Stigma attached to AIDS in muslim countries and how to erase it?: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D10757); Kaadan A;;;; Aleppo University, Aleppo, Syrian Arab Republic; According to UNAIDS there are an estimated 300 000 people living with HIV in North Africa and the Middle East. Some Muslim people still think that HIV and AIDS are not issues for the community. Although AIDS has traditionally been surrounded by stigma worldwide, it is clear that this stigma for many reasons is
People learn...Edcuating adults living with HIV A best practice model for people working to support the education and rehabilitation of people living with HIV.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D10761); Kennedy JP;;;; Beat the Street, Toronto, Canada; Treatment and lifestyle options have made life longer for PHAs (People Living with HIV) and the agencies that serve these PHAs are being prompted to determine effective ways of supporting PHAs looking to re-enter or enter the workforce, volunteer movement or school. The great challenge has been that many adults
Men, money and manhood: Conflicts and contradictions in sexual relationships.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D10765); Khan SI, Hudson-Rodd N, Saggers S;;;; Edith Cowan University, Perth, Australia; While men commonly construct manhood in the framework of responsibility for the family, they behave irrationally by taking various risks including sexual. Methods: Fifty men of 18 to 55 years from diverse socio-demographic backgrounds and five key-informants were interviewed in a qualitative study to explor
Youngz in action a program for youth affected by HIV/AIDS.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D10769); Mthembu PM;;;; NGO, Durban, South Africa; For children living in HIV infected households, children orphaned by HIV/AIDS and children who are themselves HIV positive, basic rights to food, housing, and health care are violated to such an extent that their survival is threatened. The primary focus was on motivation, coping skills development
Are rural tribals of Jharkhand (India) vulnerable to HIV/AIDS?: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D10773); Jayaswal M;;;; University, Ranchi, India; Jharkhand, a newly constituted state of India is a tribal belt with 28 % tribal population (1991 Census). Most of the tribals reside in rural areas (93 %), illiterate (72 %) and are below poverty line. Seasonal migration to cities for livelihood is common among male and female. Methods: Eight hundred tribal
Breaking the cultural barriers forchild bearing though determining and disclosing HIV status.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D10777); Rwami JC;;;; ivo, London, United Kingdom; Issue HIV/AIDS has continued to be regarded asadisease of immorality in many communities. The great invention of ARVS which has madeit possible for mothers liviing with HIV bear children has not resolved the problems of stigma, the spread of HIV and the reasons for refugee situations as women must run away from persecu
Promoting a comprehensive response to STI/HIV/AIDS and youth pregnancy in the context of internal displacement in Colombia.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D10781); Carrillo Caicedo D, Eriksson Baca LM;;;; Profamilia, Bogota, Colombia; Five decades of internal conflict in Colombia have forced approx. 2 million persons into a context of internal displacement. Poverty, sexual and labor exploitation, tensions between the internal displaced persons (IDP) and the host communities, family disintegration and low access to health and education, especi
Women's vulnerability to get HIV/STIs in Nepal: Spouse's migrant work, family structure or ohters?: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D10785); Okumura J, Joshi AB, Poudel KC, Wakai S;;;; University of Tokyo, Tokyo, Japan; In 2001, we found high HIV prevalence rate (7.4%) among former migrant workers in Doti district in far western region. Since the security situation did not allow us to re-enter the region, we conducted another survey in Pokhara where more than 30% of the populations work abroad. Method: By providing outreac
Baseline results from HAMARA, a project on HIV/AIDS and rural migration in Rajasthan, India.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D10789); Singh D, Adrien A, Washington R, Moses S, Blanchard J;;;; India-Canada Collaborative HIV/AIDS Project & University of Manitoba, Jaipur, India; Significant out-migration from Rajasthan, a low-HIV prevalence Indian state, to high HIV prevalence destinations suggests potential for HIV spread. We studied mobility patterns, STI/HIV related knowledge and behaviour, and accessibility to STI/HIV services in the project area at origin. (a) Methods: Hamara
Be entertained, awarded and exempt from HIV infection through TV programmes.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D10793); Vongphachanh MV;;;; Norwegian Church Aid, Vientiane, Lao People's Democratic Republic; Savannakhet city is an intersection point passed through by 13 principal roads, including the Road Number 9 to Vietnam . Increasing trade between Laos and Vietnam as well as with Thailand resulted in high rate of migration as well as movement of labour.
Reduction of stigma and discrimination in the community on HIV/AIDS in Savannakhet Province, Lao PDR.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D10797); Phongmany PP;;;; Savannakhet Health Department, Savannakhet Province, Lao People's Democratic Republic; The project start to implement community education in 2001 due to a high rate of PLWHA. In September 2003, there were 85 PLWHA, including 7 children from 48 villages of 8 districts. Currently 37 Village Committees for Control of AIDS (VCCA) have been developed, consisting of 372 members. The project
Achievement in Songkone district hospital as result of role and responsibilities of community awareness on counseling and prevention.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D10801); Vannackak VV;;;; Norvigian Church Aid, Savannakhet Province, Lao People's Democratic Republic; Songkone district in Savannakhet province is located 75 Km from the capital provincial city. It shares the border with Khemmarath district of Ubon, Thailand . The cumulative numbers of HIV infected persons (1995-2002) were 83, out of which 62 people have died and 8 people still suffering from the impact of the i
Addressing stigma and discrimination affecting children in rural Cambodia.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D10805); Prang CP;;;; Family Health International, Phnom Penh, Cambodia; There are an estimated 13,000 children orphaned by AIDS in Cambodia and many thousands of children living in families affected by HIV/AIDS. Communities, NGO s, UN and government agencies are collaborating to address these children s need for adequate care, psychosocial support, nutrition and education. It is we
Community based organization advocating for HIV vaccines.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D10809); Valente O, Tavora E, Amaral W;;;; Pela Vidda Group, Rio de Janeiro, Brazil; Issue - Vaccine is an issue so far from the political agenda of CBO and NGO working with Aids field in Brazil . We should to raise awareness concerning the importance of the involvement of those organizations and the participation of people living with HIV and Aids, representing the communities in trials advisory board
Socio-cultural dimension of HIV/AIDS infection : Examples of Levirat and Sororat.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D10813); Gueye B, Ndiaye M, Sow PS;;;; Region Medicale, THIES, Senegal; Context: Marriage is a necssary step in everybody life. It s the union of 2 opposed sex. It provide moral and religious security and also a financial one. Divorced and widows still try to remarry. In this project, the levirat and the sororat have taken place in our culture. In a country where 90% of the population have
Work-Based HIV/AIDS BCC Campaigns- Is it of any use?: A case for Ministry of Education, Science and Technology, Malawi.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D10817); Ngaiyaye RG;;;; Ministry of Education, Science and Technology, Lilongwe, Malawi; The Ministry of Education, Science and Technology is largest public sector employing organization with 60,000 workers comprising of primary and secondary teachers, administrators, school inspectors and other supervisors to management level in all the six division of the ministry including support staff like secretaries
Modes of sexual behaviour of sex workers in the Republic of Belarus.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D10821); Zhirkevich N;;;; Belarusian Association of UNESCO Clubs, Minsk, Belarus; Issues. Last years such phenomenon as sex business is widely spread in Republic of Belarus . Frequency of condom use and self-evaluation of risk of becoming HIV-infected among sex workers were never estimated. Description. Beginning from 2001 Belarusian Association of UNESCO Clubs is implementing a project aimed for HI
Accompanying people living with HIV/AIDS.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D10825); Lorca JA;;;; SIDACCION, Santiago, Chile; In 1984 the first case of AIDS was notified; by June 30 of 2001, 4,300 AIDS sufferers and 4.930 asymptomatic HIV+ people had been notified in the country. The death of 2.824 people has been informed. The annual incidence shows an increasing trend over the years until 1998, when a decrease of 13% with respect to
Mind the gap: children infected and affected by HIV / AIDS.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D10829); Gokah TK;;;; Cardiff University, Cardiff, Wales, United Kingdom; My paper is about children s rights and well-being policies (especially those infected and affected by HIV/AIDS) in sub-Saharan Africa. In sub-Saharan Africa debates about children s rights and wellbeing, the promulgation of the African Charter on the Rights of Children, the United Nations Convention on the Rights of C
HIV/AIDA awareness amongst Afghan refugee children in Peshawar,Pakistan.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D10833); Muhammad TM;;;; Physians Forum, Peshawar, Pakistan; Refugees are amongst the World s most vulnerable people. Poverty, powerlessness and social instability promotes the spread of HIV and other sexually transmitted infections. Pakistan has one of the largest refugee population in the world who fled war and conflict in the neighbouring
Inclusion of communities of faith in the care and reduction of risk behaviors of latinos with HIV.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D10837); Canessa P;;;; Midwest Hispanic Health Coalition, Chicago, United States; implemented by the midwest hispanic health coalition, the latino unity coalition is a u.s. federally funded project to include communities of faith in the continuum of care of Latinos with HIV in rural and suburban areas of the midwest. the project has challenged numerous barriers inherent to relig
Nurses emerging as leaders.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D10841); Shaw CJ, Fitzgerald BR;;;; Jsi International Research and training, Boston, United States; Clinics throughout sub-Saharan Africa are understaffed. As patient acuity increases the greatest burden of care is on nurses. Nurses must voice their need for support, training, recognition and fair compensation to maximize efforts in leadership in the fight against HIV/AIDS. Alternative support staff, counselo
Self-reported symptoms in HIV+ persons receiving and not receiving ARVs.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D10845); Wantland DJ, Kirksey KM, Holzemer WL, Sanzero Eller L, Nicholas PK, Dole PJ, Huang EH, Hamilton MJ, Corless IB, Kemppainen JK, Nokes KM, Reynolds NR, Sefcik EF, Bunch EH;;;; University of California School of Nursing, San Francisco, CA, United States; Background. Previous work using the Sign and Symptom Checklist (rev) documented frequently occurring symptoms in various samples of HIV+ persons. However, few studies have reported comparisons of the symptom experience for those receiving and not receiving ARVs. Method. This study examined the symptom experience in a s
African societal rules of sexuality influencing HIV vulnerability.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D10849); Guemadji-Gbedemah TE;;;; Sociologues Sans Frontieres, Lome, Togo; All the efforts done in Africa, do not change the trend of progression of HIV. For seeking the causes of the stubbornness of the epidemic in Africa, we set the hypothesis, that the propagation of AIDS is supported by some societal rules of sexuality which, at the end, predispose to risky behaviour. Our work consisted i
Study of the scientifically unproven health products for AIDS treatment on the Internet.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D10853); Vasconcellos-Silva PR, Griep RH;;;; University of Rio de Janeiro, Rio de Janeiro, Brazil; AIDS patients spend thousands of dollars every year on unproven, and often useless, health products and services. They trade on false hope by promising quick healing for chronic conditions such as AIDS, cancer and obesity. In order to describe their typical claims on the Internet, we have studied several sites which an
HIV Prevention,drug use and sex in tourist scenes in the region of Vale do Ribeira, Sao Paulo, Brazil.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D10857); Oliveira Santos AO, Paiva VP, Ribeiro RR;;;; NEPAIDS - USP, Sao Paulo, Brazil; Issues. Potential One of the negative impacts of tourism on host communities include the spread of sexually infected diseases and dissemination of drug use. The aim of this intervention-study was to describe and raise awareness of scenes of drug use and casual sex in tourist scenes. Vale do Ribeira is center for touris
Counselling HIV/AIDS discordant couples: a present challenge to healthcare professionals and to face HIV/AIDS epidemic.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D10861); Machado SA, Fontenelle SD, Santos Lima C, Loja BT, Meireles I, Pacheco MC;;;; Epidemiology Service/Pedro Ernesto University Hospital/State University of Rio de Janeiro, Rio de Janeiro, Brazil; To describe an interdisciplinary project to address HIV/AIDS discordant and concordant couples attending outpatient clinic at the Pedro Ernesto University Hospital - State University of Rio de Janeiro, Brazil . The project started back in 1999. Since illness is a biopsychosocial process, an interdi
Weathering the storm: women's experiences of living with HIV / AIDS.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D10865); Hiebert WG;;;; University of Victoria, Vancouver, Canada; The purpose of this ethnographic study was to explore women s experiences of living with HIV / AIDS. Five women diagnosed with HIV / AIDS were interviewed using an unstructured interview format. The interviews were analysed using an ethnographic approach (de Laine, 1997; Spradley, 1980). Three common themes emerged: fe
Love positive prevention with HIV positive among Latino MSM.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D10869); Aguilar A;;;; Institutional, Los Angeles, United States; Latino MSM like so many cultures are afraid to disclosure their sexual orientation. Growing on a culture highly influenced by religion, social values and machismo . Young men start to have sexual encounters with other men because sexual abuse, misconception and most of the times become the biggest secret of the
Taking care of the carer.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D10873); Souza TR, Adao VM, Tavares SH, Zamboni R, Godoy AC;;;; Centro de Referencia e Treinamento em DST/AIDS de Sao Paulo, Sao Paulo, Brazil; The Taking Care of the Care Program is an activity developed since 2001 by professionals of Assistance, Human Resources and Prevention Directory from STD S/AIDS Reference and Training Center, Sao Paulo- Brazil , which target is humanize the attendance, diminishing the psychological suffering caused by the daily routine
Informed consent or counselling: an ethnographic approach to the needs of latin american people living with HIV/AIDS in Japan.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D10877); Castro-Vazquez G, Tarui M;;;; Keio University, Faculty of Letters, Tokyo, Japan; In 2001, 265,962 Brazilians and 50,052 Peruvians were legally registered in Japan . Estimates suggested that 75.2% of the Peruvians holding a short-term visa are overstayers. Concerning HIV/AIDS the biggest non-Japanese cases were concentrated among Southeast Asians and Latin Americans. HIV rate among Latin
Changed power relations between cohabited maled sexual partners(MSPs) of female sex workers (FSWs).: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D10881); Gnanaprakasam T, Susai K;;;; Madras Social Development Society (MSDS), Chennai, India; To study the gender sensitivity practiced by Male Sexual Partners of Female Sex Workers through a research conducted at Tirutani by Madras Social Development Society (MSDS). An HIV/AIDS intervention project was implemented with gender perspective among FSWs by MSDS at Tirutani. After three years of
Where there is a will there is a way - Marginalized PLHAs marching towards new heights.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D10885); Singh RA;;;; Network of Indian People with Alternate Sexualities Living with HIV/AIDS (NIPASHA+), Mumbai, India; Sex among men often meets with stigma, shame and denial, especially when he is +ve. He has no where to go for help. None of the groups either community self or general community helps. The fact is lack of openness many at times extend persecution and abuse, which makes it difficult to identify men
A journey from park to the palace.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D10889); Tarawade KM;;;; Udaan Trust, Maharashtra, Mumbai, India; The continuation of HIV/AIDS epidemic has posed many different questions for the individuals and organizations especially when development programmes support people and their societies. At the same time organizations continue to face the situations they have always faced and find it difficult to know how to rela
Safe sailors club: A support group for HIV positive MSM.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D10893); Shetye SP, Noronha ES;;;; The Humsafar Trust, Mumbai, India; Forming a support group of HIV positive MSM is an extremely difficult task in India where MSM face discrimination, as being MSM and HIV positive leads to multiple stigmatization. Humsafar Trust, a NGO working for MSM took initiative in forming the first such group. A safe space was identified where
Stigma, discrimination and confidentiality issues among HIV/AIDS affected.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D10897); Naik E, Mulye RR, Raja T, Chattopadhaya I, Menon MS;;;; Kripa Foundation, Mumbai, India; Stigma and discrimination in itself has been conceptualised as an epidemic since it has an even wider reach and affects not only the people with HIV/AIDS but also their families and caregivers. This study examined stigma, discrimination and confidentiality issues in HIV-infected patients and the extent of v
Determinants of HIV/AIDS awareness among ever-married women in Pakistan.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D10901); Butt AI;;;; International labour organization, Islamabad, Pakistan; Pakistan is considered to be a country at a high risk of transmission with a low prevalence of HIV/AIDS. According to latest UN estimates, there are 78,000 (15 to 49 years age) cases of HIV/AIDS in Pakistan, about 0.1% prevalence rate. However, reported cases of HIV/AIDS in Pakistan are just over 2,000. The existing
Understanding sexual relationships and HIV/AIDS among inmates in Zambian prisons.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D10905); Sanjobo N, Simooya OO;;;; University, Kitwe, Zambia; In Zambia , sex between men is considered immoral, unchristian, uncultural and against societal norms and values. Sex between men under the current laws of Zambia is illegal and punishable. The Copperbelt University in conjunction with the Zambia Prisons Service is running an HIV/AIDS Intervention
Vocational rehabilitation for people living with HIV.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D10909); Engstrom O;;;; Noah's Ark - Red Cross, Stockholm, Sweden; Many have been forced to leave working life because of HIV. Individual problems as well as societal obstacles remain and make it difficult to reenter working life even though new medication dramatically have improved the physical capacity for work among people living with HIV. Discrimination, ignorance and
Health care for HIV/AIDS patients in Latvia.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D10913); Rozentale B, Sondore V;;;; Infectology Center of Latvia, Riga, Latvia; Latvia has developed its strategic program for the national HIV/AIDS prevention and restriction according to WHO recommendations and the best global experience. The priority of HIV/AIDS control remains the prompt diagnostics of persons with HIV infection and initiation of appropriate therapy. HIV/A
Burundi's experience in the reduction of the HIV/AIDS impact on orphans.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D10917); Rwamaheke G, Wakana J, Barihuta T, Nkenguburundi G;;;; National Aids Council, Bujumbura, Burundi; HIV/AIDS, armed conflicts and paludism acerbate the precarious condition of the child in Burundi due to poverty. In fact, more than 60% of the population live under the threshold of poverty. And 19% of the children under the age of 15 years(558,000) have lost at least one of their parents. Many children are sup
The impact of anti- AIDS club in reducing homosexual practice among male prisoners.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D10921); Ofobrukweta O;;;; University, Lagos, Nigeria; A knowledge, attitude, behavior and practice (KABP) was carried out among prisoners on sexual Practices by Ofobrukweta Dora and Akpan Regina 1991 in the prison reveal that 10% of inmate were involved in homosexual practices, while 33% knew at least one prisoner who was involved in homosexual practice. Results o
Common reasons for accessing vct among women at chipata clinic Lusaka.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D10925); Sibande MN, Mwale AM, Halumba VM, Ayles H, Kasese NC;;;; Zambart protest project, Lusaka, Zambia; with the high poverty levels in zambia coupled with unemployment and overcrowding in cites such as Lusaka, women are found to be socially the most vulnerable to HIV/AIDS other than their biological make up. Rural urban drift has led to mushrooming of unplanned settlements and Chipata compound is one such settle
Towards to develop villlage Peer Educators with teaching skills.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D10929); Kibore L;;;; Dar es Salaam, Tanzania; Case study in Tanzania Macro-Economic and environment Forces have the greatest over-impact on communities, well being and resistance to poverty, but social consequences. HIV/AIDS is the single most severe impoverishing force threatening individuals and households. Women and men, boys and girls are differently af
Challenges of positive living: The case with sex workers.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D10933); Egopijah E;;;; University, Lagos, Nigeria; Since the inception of HIV/AIDS in 1981, HIV/AIDS have continued to threaten the human race. Following the sentinel survey of UNAIDS as at 2001. It was estimated that over 42 million people are living with the virus with 29.4 cases in sub-Saharan Africa. Nigeria alone is said to be 3.5 million
HIV and the Workplace: Preventing low productivity among Personnel of Nigeria Prison Service.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D10937); Iwoh I;;;; University, Lagos, Nigeria; The effect of AIDS is devastating as 42 Million people live with HIV/AIDs (end of 2002) Globally. Out of this 29.4 Million live in Sub-Saharan Africa. With rapid assessment carried in the Nigerian prisons the prevalence rate stood at 8.7% as compared to the National figure of 5.8%. AIDS causes illness, disabili
Female Economic dependance on men- A contributing factor to thespread of HIV/AIDS.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D10941); Mulenga J;;;; NGO, Lusaka, Zambia; Females in Zambia lack socio-economic empowerment as a result they have developed a socio-economic dependence syndrome on men. This exposes the female folks to the higher risk of contracting STI s & HIV/AIDS. It weakens their bargaining power on sexual negotiations and other matters related to sexual reprodu
Discrimination experienced by people living with HIV/AIDS in western Europe.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D10945); Goode JC;;;; Poz Ireland, Dublin, Ireland; It was revealed that over 65% of people felt discriminated against because of their HIV status in a recent questionnaire. In April 2003 the European Network of Sexual Health (ENSH) issued a questionnaire on discrimination experienced by those living with HIV/AIDS. This was distributed in 9 European countries through HI
Ensuring Community ownership of Home Based Care programmes through community participation and involvement in Kakuyuni location, Machakos district, Kenya.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D10949); Mwololo PM, Muteti L, Kidzuga M, Kasivu C;;;; National AIDS/STD Control Programme, Nairobi, Kenya; Community ownership of Home Based Care (HBC) programmes is an important aspect of ensuring access to care for people living with HIV/AIDS (PLWHA). One reason why HBC programmes by governments and NGOs have not succeeded is because minimal efforts have been directed towards ensuring the community understands bet
Discrimination, stigma and penalization against PLWHIV/AIDS: an analysis from the start of the epidemic until the XXI century.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D10953); Diaz JH;;;; Puerto Rico Department of Health, San Juan, Puerto Rico; Two decades have passed since the beginning of the AIDS epidemic and PLWHIV/AIDS continue suffering from discrimination and stigma. The ways in which these treatments are manifested have changed. Discrimination and stigma where much more open and cruel, while currently they are more silent, subtle and hypocritical. Bot
Varying injection practices among male Hmong and other ethnic minority drug users in northern Thailand.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D10957); Wiewel EW, Go VF, Kawichai S, Beyrer C, Vongchak T, Srirak N, Jittiwutitikarn J, Suriyanon V, Razak MH, Celentano DD;;;; Department of Epidemiology, Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health, Baltimore, United States; Thailand s rates of HIV due to drug use are increasing. Nearly one-half of clients at a drug treatment center in the north, where opiate injection is associated with HIV incidence, are ethnic minorities. Methods: We described and compared socio-demographics and drug use across ethnic minority people present
Training PLWA as prevention workers: the experience of Cubatao, Brazil.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D10961); Gravato NS, Covre S, Carmine W, Vieira E, Silva D, Nogueira R, Savoy GC;;;; Progrma Municpal de DST/Aids de Cubatao, Cubatao, Brazil; IssuesAIDS in Brazil is increasingly affecting the poorest segments of the population. Many PLWA have serious economic difficulties and are unable to find work. Cubatao, a city of 120,000 with high AIDS rates recently initiated a program of hiring PLWA to help with prevention in vulnerable populations and provide a sou
Best practices in producing iec materials with and by plhas.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D10965); Keo KK;;;; Pact Cambodia, Phnom Penh, Cambodia; The 2002 HIV Sentinel Surveillance estimates the number of adults aged 15-49 years living with HIV/AIDS in Cambodia to be 157,500. In 2002 there were no health materials produced by and for PLHAs and/or their Caregivers. An HIV/AIDS communication mapping of IEC materials for PLHAs in Cambodia showed a need for concrete
Development of HIV/AIDS Web Index for Thailand.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D10969); Yunnarungsri T, Fongsiri T, Netenoy P;;;; AIDS Cluster, DDC, MOPH, Nonthaburi, Thailand; HIV/AIDS information on websites in Thailand has been non-systematized for years. It is necessary to develop a Thai HIV/AIDS web index to provide more accessible opportunity for HIV/AIDS information seekers in Thailand. The project assessed the needs of HIV/AIDS information seekers as expected web
HIV/AIDS prevention out od school male youth.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D10973); Hussnain CH;;;; AMAL Humna Development Network, Islamabad, Pakistan; Background It is estimated that around 6000-8000 children lived/worked in streets or in 3500 shops, which about 1500-2000 are automobile workshops and hotels in Gawal Mandi Rawalpindi, the third biggest automobile spare parts workshop area in Pakistan . Hence these children are potential to conduct risky behaviours and
Working with families for HIV prevention among rural young adults.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D10977); Panday M, Joshi M, Bhatta B;;;; Community youth HIV/AIDS Intervention Network, Dhangadhi, Nepal; Rural adolescent and young people constitute the largest segment of the total population in Nepal . Poverty, illiteracy, early marriage, girls trafficking, discrimination, abuse and violence against girl and women, IDUs in youth are common to prone HIV infection. Early to prevention and awareness program is nece
Strategies for community based care and support for children affected by HIV/AIDS.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D10981); Anbaiah A;;;; Palmyrah Workers Development Society, Kanyakumari Dist., Tamilnadu, India; This paper describes the adversities experiencing by children affected by AIDS and the community based care and support responses to face the adversities. Description of the problem and project: Tamilnadu, being one of the high prevalent states in India , the problem of children becoming orphan is an alar
Gender integration in HIV/AIDS and adolescents.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D10985); Naseem KV;;;; NGOs, New Delhi, India; India has nearly 200 million adolescents who are in the transition stage from childhood to adulthood. It is a period of rapid physical growth, physiological and psychosocial changes. During the period of adolescence, intense sexual drive develops and one tries to explore relationships with the opposite sex.
Involvement of people living with HIV.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D10989); Nvendo Mozialo L;;;; NGO, Bangui, Central African Republic; Mobilization of persons living with HIV in the fight against aids. to form a hamonious instance between persons living with HIV. To combat marginilazation of persons living with HIV in an environmental community. Adopting of healthy behavior within sight of avoiding reinfection but also in view of contributing
Prague Lighthouse.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D10993); Strouhal V;;;; Czech AIDS help society, Prague, Czech Republic; Prague Lighthouse was opened in August 1999 for all people infected by HIV virus and for their friends and family members. Half of costs from the donation of Health Department of the Czech Republic , the other half were gained from sponsors and small donators. The centre is a safe place for anybody whose life is influe
Characteristics and expectations of high risk, U.S. women who have never attempted condom use with their current sex partners.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D10997); Bowen GS, Fernandez MI, Perrino T, Areheart K;;;; University of Miami School of Medicine, Department of Epidemiology & Public Health, Miami, United States; Background . Studies with U. S. women suggest that the burden of initiating condom use frequently falls on women. Data also show that women who try to get their partners to use condoms are more likely to actually use condoms successfully. Yet, many women do not actively attempt to get their partners to use condoms. Met
Evidence of high risk behavior among seasonal and migrant farmworkers in the Southeastern US.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D11001); Bowen GS, Varga LM, Collazo JB, Perrino T, Fernandez MI;;;; University of Miami School of Medicine, Department of Epidemiology & Public Health, Miami, United States; In the U. S., migrant and seasonal farm workers (MSFW) are an understudied group whose marginalized status and life circumstances place them at increased risk of HIV infection. We report on sexual risk and HIV testing behaviors of migrant and seasonal farmworkers (MSFW) recruited in an AIDS epicenter. Metho
Involvement of people living with HIV/AIDS.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D11005); Gatesi GT;;;; rrp+, Kigali, Rwanda; Social and Economic The Rwanda Network of people living with HIV/AIDS was born on 2003-03-21 with 220 Associations from around the country, whereby the prevalence of our country is 13.7%. We started this Network to fight against stigma and descrimination of people living with HIV/AIDS. We have involved people l
Addressing the psychosocial needs of orphans and vulnerable children affected by HIV/AIDS in orphanages.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D11009); Mureithi LW;;;; Egerton University, Nakuru, Kenya; Due to the overwhelming number of HIV/AIDS orphans coupled with severe poverty, Institutions have been set up to care for them. However, most programmes for orphans and vulnerable children focus on material support and meeting children s physical needs without considering their psychosocial needs. However intan
Building life skills for psychosocial competence as an effective response to HIV/AIDS.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D11013); Duff EM, Weaver S, Hewitt HH, Bailey EY;;;; University of the West Indies, Kingston, Jamaica; 1) Provide a teaching/learning forum for advanced nursing students (ANS) to refine their seminar organization skills; 2) disseminate information on basic life skills (BLS) as an effective response to preventing HIV/AIDS; 3) stimulate discussion between basic nursing students (BNS) and ANS regarding the HIV/
Gender relations and HIV/AIDS propagation.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D11017); Nahimana R, Wakana J;;;; National Aids Council, Bujumbura, Burundi; Gender relations, as now structured, do not allow individual management of one s sexual life, when it is well known that 90% of HIV/AIDS cases are contracted through sexual relations. It is also realized that, culturally and socially, it is the man who determines the couple s objective in sexual relations. Ther
Challenges of working with street based female sex workers to prevent the spread of HIV/AIDS in Lahore, Pakistan.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D11021); Malik FA;;;; Vision, Lahore, Pakistan; In a 2002 social mapping of female sex workers (FSW) in three cities of Pakistan i.e. Lahore, Karachi and Multan, it was discovered that the street based FSWs were more at risk to contract disease in addition to violence than the sex workers operating from brothels. Simultaneously the study revealed that interve
Clinical work with serodiscordant couples and the impact of lipodystrophy and other side effects of ARV therapies.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D11025); Desiderio JA;;;; NY-Presbyterian Hospital/Center for Special Studies, New York, United States; Eight years after the introduction of protease inhibitors , serodiscordant couples are finding themselves struggling with the difficulties of coping with the side effects that are associated with taking the medication. One of the most prominent issues within these couples is the dramatic physical body changes t
Goal in life and mediaction adherence in HIV disease in South Africa.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D11029); Corless IB, Bhengu B, Ncama B, McInerney P, Nicholas PK, McGibbon C, Davis SM, Pinto-Wong E;;;; MGH Institute of Health Professions, Boston, United States; Adherence, a major concern as antiretroviral medications becomes more widely available in South Africa , is viewed not as an end in itself, but as a means to a participant-determined goal in life. This study describes the association between goal in life and antiretroviral medication adherence. Method: Usin
Connecting with the inner self: Yoga and HIV.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D11033); Conacher SL;;;; ASO, Calgary, Canada; In the face of HIV/AIDS it takes remarkable courage to live with a disease that has no cure. Common to the experience of living with HIV are extreme feelings of hopelessness, loneliness, and depression. These feelings lead to intense anxiety creating further health complications by compromising the immune syste
A comparison of buddhist care models for people with HIV/AIDS in Thailand.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D11037); Newland MJ;;;; HRSA (Dept. of Health and Human Services), Rockville, United States; Buddhist temples have emerged as prominent forms of care and support for many Thais living with HIV/AIDS. Indeed, many monks have responded to the significant problems and issues faced by HIV positive Thais, their families and communities. However, few social scientists have studied this phenomenon, let alone a
Collaborating with faith based organizations in Nigeria.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D11041); Amolo RK, Omeogu C;;;; CEDPA, Washington DC, United States; HIV/AIDS prevention and care/support programs need to involve diverse stakeholders in the community, including faith-based organizations (FBOs). Because many community residents participate in FBOs and look to them for moral guidance, FBOs can play a key role in reaching large numbers of people with prevention
Discordant couples for HIV infection in Yaounde, Cameroon: role of sexual behaviour, immunological and virological status.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D11045); Mbanya DN, Tonnang-Lekane AM, Nerrienet E, Ndumbe PM;;;; Faculty of Medicine, University of Yaounde I, Yaounde, Cameroon; About 75 e85% of HIV infections in the world are contracted during sexual intercourse. In Cameroon , 90% of HIV-infections occur through heterosexual contact. However, discordance in HIV test results has been reported in some couples. Methods: In order to evaluate the sexual habits as well as the immunologi
The Co-Epidemics: HIV/Violence against women and girls.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D11049); Fisher S, Gupta R, Shifman P, Jewkes R, Thurman S, Smith C;;;; INTERSECT-Worldwide, New York, United States; Both HIV and Violence Against Women and Girls are raging out of control globally and it has been observed that there is a profound link between the two. Women, girls, and even female infants face unimaginable risk for HIV through violent means. It has also been observed that the full weight of the Womens Moveme
Unintended consequences of participatory selection processes, and direct assistance in OVC programming.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D11053); Amolo RK, Odiachi A;;;; CEDPA, Washington, DC, United States; Community interventions are often participatory, objective in their selection process, multi-sectoral, and often offering direct assistance for needy cases. These actions are well intended but could further stigmatize the beneficiaries. Description. CEDPA presents experiences in Benue State, Nige
Experiences with community mobilisation of orphans and vulnerable children in Yaounde, Cameroon.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D11057); Mbanya DN, Penn RM, Ngnie-Tagne S, Ngassa R, Akamba D, Chiangong P, Essouma E, Endale M, Muma Y, Ndikum P, Mounton P, Aboudou J, Tchokokam H;;;; SWAA-Cameroon, Yaounde, Cameroon; Of the 13.2 million children who have had their mothers or both parents die of AIDS, 95 percent are in Sub-Saharan Africa. It is predicted that the numbers of orphans will continue to rise, reaching 40 million by 2010 ( UNAIDS 20 00). With an HIV prevalence of about 11.8%, the problem of orphans and vulnerable
Interventions that enhance the responses of families and communities to the HIV epidemic.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D11061); Matemilola AA, Matemilola PO, Ayila L;;;; Plateau State Polytechnic, Jos, Nigeria; After a delay of 13 years, Nigeria came out of a period of complete denial of the HIV epidemic to commence a weak though much needed national response. This was characterised largely by non-governmental organizations enlightenment programs of limited scope. This led to identification of a few PLWAs that were se
Talking about sex and AIDS in Ghanaian homes.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D11065); Botchway A;;;; Student, University of Bergen, Bergen, Norway; Parent and child interaction about sexuality is regarded as one of the effective ways to reduce HIV infections among adolescents. This study explored communication between adolescent males and their parents on sexuality in Ghana . Methods: This was a qualitative research, involving semi-structured interview
Knowledge, attitudes and risk behaviors regarding HIV/AIDS among Burmese migrants in Bangkok.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D11069); Zaw MM;;;; MAP Foundation, Chiang Mai, Thailand; There are about 1 million Burmese migrants in Thailand . Most migrants being in an illegal capacity their access to public health services is greatly restricted. In Burma the migrants come from areas with few health services. This situation is alarming because Burma is facing a fast spreading HIV epidemic w
Enhancing interpersonal communication between Cambodian sex workers and their 'Sweethearts'.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D11073); Nith S, Mike M;;;; FHI/IMPACT, Phnom Penh, Cambodia; HIV prevalence rates for Cambodian direct sex workers was 31% in 2000 and decreased to 28.8 in 2002. The Cambodian HIV Sentinel Surveillance 2002 showed that condom use with clients has risen to 89 % at last sex, but with a regular boy friend is under 10% during the last three months. Sex workers express reluct
Mobilizing & empowering the transgender community for AIDS prevention.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D11077); Kumaramangalam L;;;; Prakriti, Chennai, India; Transgendered people in India are traditionally sex workers, with a few of them taking to begging. As they are mostly non-literate and lack access to technical skills training, their only means of survival is as described. Though men desire them sexually, socially they are treated as outcasts.
Children Recreational Centre.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D11081); Boddu BV;;;; Mahila Mandali, Chirala, India; To make the CAA feel like other children and other children feel in the same manner. CAA and their family members are feeling loneliness like playing alone etc. to avoid this Mahila Mandali - Chirala NGO has decided to setup recreational centers in their areas to mobilize the children in their areas
Weaving a new life for children affected by HIV/AIDS in Battambang, Cambodia.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D11085); Mao LM;;;; Homelands, Battambang, Cambodia; A common impact of HIV/AIDS in Cambodia is increased poverty of affected households. Children in affected households often drop out of school and seek work to supplement the household income Most of these children are under aged and unskilled. They receive a very low wage, are often exploited and frequently hav
The impact of the HIV/AIDS epidemic on cultural ritual sex customs in southwestern Uganda.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D11089); Nyanzi S, Nassimbwa J, Kayizzi-Musoke V, Kabanda S;;;; P.O.Box 2191 Serrekunda, Banjul, Gambia; Cultures evolve as the respond to changes in society. This study explored the diverse impacts of the HIV/AIDS epidemic on the cultural practice of ritual sex among the Baganda in southwestern Uganda . Methods: Qualitative methods including focus group discussions, individual interviews and participant obser
Community involvement in HIV prevention among women working in an informal adult service sector in semi-urban areas in northern Thailand.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D11093); Sisot B;;;; Nareerak Centre for Children, Youth and Older People, Chiang Mai, Thailand; Without proper prevention methods, women working in the informal adult service sector have high potential and risk for contracting and spreading HIV as they are occasionally involved in commercial sex. However, due to the stigma related to commercial sex, they do not talk openly about this side of their job, which make
An investigation of the knowledge about preventions and treatments of AIDS among medical workers in 17 counties and cities of zhejiang provence.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D11097); Zhu B, wu NP, Xu LJ, Yan Z, Zheng W;;;; Institute of 1st hospital,Zhejiang University, Hangzhou, China; With the increase of the numbers of HIV infected people,the chances of the medical worker contact with HIV infected people are increasing.our Health Ministry require that 85% medical workers should be trained with HIV associated knowledge. In order to acquire the knowledge level of HIV among the medical wor
A Study on problems faced by CAA in Kanyakumari District,India.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D11101); Joshva JA;;;; NGO, Nagercoil, India; Background of the problem: The prevalence of the virus is reported in all parts of the district from urban to rural areas and from high risk to general population. The infection among pregnant women and the rate of transmission from mother to child has also increased. The rapid growth of people dying of AIDS increases
Community initiatives in addressing the education needs of children affected by HIV/AIDS in rural Kenya.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D11105); Ruto SJ, Songok EM, Kugo D;;;; Kenyatta University, Nairobi, Kenya; It has been documented that rural populations shoulder the heaviest burdens of HIV/AIDS. Of these an especially vulnerable group is the HIV infected mother, her child and AIDS orphans. In Kenya , support programmes for affected rural populations where poverty is rampant is scarce. To address the childrens
Mobile caravan: a strategy for youth sensitization.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D11109); Tata S, Djaoudjaourou D, Ateba A, Tsague L, Zekeng L;;;; Naional Aids Control Committee, Yaounde, Cameroon; Cameroonian youths ages 15 to 19 are amongst the most vulnerable to HIV infection with about 13% prevalence rate. Major youth focused programs like PMSC, UNICEF, GTZ EVA and IRESCO utilize peer education, group discussions, radio/ print media to reach them. Many are succeeding in raising awareness, increasing H
HIV / AIDS awareness & education through Art & Colors.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D11113); Asma Kauser MR;;;; S.Jan Welfare & Health Care Services ( SJWHS ), Kotli - AJK, Pakistan; 1-In spite of a huge & expensive anti AIDS campaign,yet a big portion of World population is at great risk,especialy the poor & underdeveloped countries. 2- People in poor /slum communities are illiterate,ignorant & hvae little / no knoweldge on HIV & have no time for other activities except the
Levirat and excision: powerful vector of transmission of the HIV/AIDS.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D11117); Koffi KJ, Touhon MT;;;; Ruban Rouge Cote d'Ivoire, Abidjan, Cote d'Ivoire; created in 1994, Ruban Rouge CI is a NGO of Cote d Ivoire which fights against HIV/AIDS. It is within this aim that a study undertaken by the cell council of its center of follow-up called Centre Plus , from April 2003 at November 2003, accounts for the negatives influence which have the levirat and excision on
Child desire of HIV women with a previous HIV infected child in Abidjan, Cote d'Ivoire.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D11121); Aka Dago-Akribi LH, Cacou MC;;;; University, Abidjan, Cote d'Ivoire; In Cote d Ivoire , the prevalence of HIV is 7% for pregnant HIV women. Mother to child transmission is the most important route of acquisition of HIV in children. DESCRIPTION AND METHODS: Since October 2000, a therapeutic care program for infected children (medical, psychological, community) has been developed
Role of Ethnicity and HIV knowledge in risk perception and willingness to HIV testing among rural women in Burkina Faso.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D11125); Sarker M, Milkowski A, Slanger T, Sanou A, Gondos A, Kouyate B, Snow R;;;; Heidelberg University, Heidelberg, Germany; Public acceptance of VCT and PMTCT services varies substantially in different settings in developing countries. It has been documented that a major factor driving women to overcome barriers and participate in HIV testing programs is the perception of personal risk for HIV. Local perceptions of risk and role
Infringements on the rights of people living with HIV/AIDS as evidenced in Ghana.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D11129); Appiah EN;;;; Institute of Economic Affairs, Accra, Ghana; According to the ministry of health (MOH 1998) from 986 to 1998, about 380,000 Ghanaians have been infected with HIV, the virus that causes AIDS. Adults of 15 years and above account for 93.7% of the total infected persons with children below 15 years accounting for 6.3%. This study seeks (1) T
Improved access to care and medication and funding of PLWHA community-based organisations:A combining strategy for a better acceptation of HIV infection.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D11133); Totouom A, Kayo JC, Tsague L, Foundje Notemi R, Bassirou B;;;; Association SunAids/ReCAP+/NACC, Douala, Cameroon; To demonstrate how improved access to general care and medication and fund backing of PLWHA auto-support groups migth contribute to the reduction of the impact of stigma and discrimination through a better acceptation of the HIV infection in resource-limited settings like Cameroon . In this paper
The case management effect and the cultural relevancy and appropriateness within.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D11137); Duarte AJ;;;; Andromeda Helath Center, Washington DC, United States; Before highly active anti-retroviral therapy (HAART) the largest amount of money provided for people with HIV services in the western world were given to case management related services. After HAART the greatest amount of money went to medications and primary care, letting the people living with HIV deal with
Motivating health care workers to work with persons with HIV/AIDS by employing goal-setting theory.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D11141); Chung DC, McCormick J;;;; UNSW, Sydney, Australia; Health care workers are likely to encounter persons with HIV/AIDS (PWHAs) in their career. However, hundreds of research programs have revealed that some health care workers did not think it is necessary, or were unwilling, to provide professional services to PWHAs. Two groups of educational factors have been s
The Importance of a Warm Welcome in Home Care For HIV/AIDS Patients.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D11145); Souza TR;;;; Centro de Referencia e Treinamento em DSTAids, Sao Paulo, Brazil; This work is an invitation to reflect the importance of a warm welcome in home care considering two perspectives: health team facing patient/helper/family, and patient/helper/family facing health team. Considering HOME CARE as an alternative of assistance for HIV/aids patients, we may think about the way we receive the
Hello Saadhan Helpline ! Confidential and anonymous telecounselling for PLWA.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D11149); Mukherjee Shukla A, Merchant SF, Sanadhya B;;;; PSI, Mumbai, India; An HIV positive diagnosis dramatically impacts an individual s life and the life of the immediate family. Due to an over whelming fear of rejection, disclosing one s seropositve status to the family and the community at large still remains to be an issue resulting in emotional and psychological trauma. In spite
Destigmatisation and sensitization of HIV/AIDS.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D11153); Merchant SF, Mukherjee Shukla A, Sanadhya B;;;; PSI, Mumbai, India; Governmental and NGO efforts combined to spread information on HIV/AIDS have not been able to alleviate the stigma associated with it. Information regarding HIV/AIDS still remains to be unclear which result in myths and misconceptions and people at large remain uninformed or misinformed. Often accessibility to
HIV positive people lost? 20% HIV diagnosis increase last 12 months since being stable 10 years.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D11157); Harrison GI;;;; Queensland Positive People, Cairns, Australia; Queensland Australia has had a 20% increase in new HIV diagnosis in the latest 2002 report after remaining stable for close to 10 years. Are HIV positive people lost in the development of harm minimisation strategies to ensure that HIV transmission is not occurring or is it burnout in the strategies that organi
Factors leading to Hotel based sex work in Bangladesh.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D11161); Saha BK, Kazi FM, Khan R, Nasir U;;;; ED; Background:In 2002 Social Welfare Organization for the Poor ( SWOP) in colleboration with UNDP and Ministry of Health and family planning conducted survey among the hotel based sex workers in Dhaka city of Bangladesh to find the social and economic factors leading to hotel based sex workers in Bangladesh. Methods: An i
Alcohol use and sexual risks for HIV infection among men and women receiving sexually transmitted infection services in Cape Town, South Africa.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D11165); Jooste SE, Simbayi L, Kalichman SC, Cherry C, Cain D, Mathiti V;;;; Human Sciences Research Council, Cape Town, South Africa; Alcohol use is associated with sexual risks for HIV infection in Western countries, but there is limited research on alcohol and sexual risk behavior in Southern Africa, the region of the world with the vast majority of HIV/AIDS cases. Methods: A study of 149 men and 78 women receiving sexually transmitted
Prevention of HIV/AIDS among Vietnamese sex worker in Phnom Penh, Cambodia.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D11169); Rithy P;;;; KHEMARA, Phnom Penh, Cambodia; Commercial sex is widely available in Cambodia , primarily provided by Cambodian women, but also by women from other Asian countries. Vietnamese sex workers usually come to Cambodia as virgins who are debt-bonded and unable to communicate in Khmer. These women are isolated in brothels and lack access to informa
Preventing HIV/AIDS in Poipet sex workers through literacy training and saving schemes.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D11173); Phay J;;;; CFDS, Phnom Penh, Cambodia; Sex workers in Poipet town on the Cambodia /Thai border continue to be very vulnerable toHIV/AIDS. Even with knowledge and skills concerning prevention of HIV/AIDS many are unable to practice safer sexual practices. Low literacy levels means they rely on establishment owners to keep a record of how much money t
Health related to quality of life (HRQOL), medical and non - medical treatment expenses of the AIDS patients in Bamrasnaradura Infectious Disease Institute.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D11177); Chumpathat N, Prasithsirikul W, Karnumorn Y;;;; Bamrasnaradura Infectious Disease Institute, Nonthaburi, Thailand; The problem of expenditure for the antiretroviral drug (HAART) was cuased a number of patients who need to use HAART but unable to recive them. The comparison of HRQOL in accordance with medical and non - medical treatment expenses of Bamrasnaradura Infectious Disease Institute s AIDS patients is study obje
Challenges of HIV/AIDS epidemic:The Gender nad Human rights prespectives.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D11181); Gbadamosi OA;;;; Nerwork for Justice and Democracy, Benin, Nigeria; The prevalence of HIV/AIDS epidemic has led to a gross violationn of fundamental human rights of people affected by the scourge in variuos ways. Due to stigma and discrimination, the basic rights of AIDS victims are frequently violated simply because they are known or perceived to have HIV/AIDS. AIDS victims are discri
Representations of HIV transmission amongst Traditional Birth Attendants in Southern India.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D11185); Vellore P, Hancart Petitet P;;;; Pondichery Institute of Linguistic and Culture, Pondichery, India; In remote rural areas of Southern India women are still delivered at home by Traditional Birth Attendants. Generally those TBAs do not receive any information or specific training on HIV. However, in some places, HIV MTCT programs have started to implement trainings for TBAs. In order to improve the impact
Women access to treatment: The social, economical, cultural and gender barriers in AP, INDIA.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D11189); Solomon DS, Solomon VS, Solomon RA, Marrimma P;;;; Shadows, Chirala , India; Despite the fact that the access to appropriate, affordable treatment has gender dimensional barriers no particular focus in laid to address this genders sensitive issue in rural Andhra, INDIADescription-Project: SHADOWS, NGO, conducted the Participatory Community Assessment, supported by INTERNATIONALINDIAHIV/
Importance and stake of the home based care in the PLHA follow-up process.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D11193); Boka BR, Adjouroufou AC, Adou AD, Ngoulele NC, Touhon TM;;;; Institution, Abidjan, Cote d'Ivoire; sike many african countries, Cote d ivoire is hardstly hit by the HIV pandemic. Public health settings being over flowed, PLHA morbidity and HIV prevelence rate, it was necesssary to set up strategies likely to facilitate relationship between medical teams develop, patients and their families. Deeply concerned
Human rights awareness and needs amongst people living with HIV/AIDS (PWAs) in Uganda.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D11197); Maina GW;;;; Health Rights Action Group, Kampala, Uganda; Introduction: Despite a decade of awareness creation, sensitization about HIV/AIDS and the celebrated multi-sectoral approach to combat HIV infection and its impact, human rights concerns among PWAs still pose a big challenge. Limited information is available on human rights awareness and status amongst PWAs making des
Barriers to HIV treatment of women in Kinshasa, DRC.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D11201); Alker AP, Delvaux T, Mbuyi N, Ryder RW;;;; UNC Chapel Hill, Chapel Hill, United States; For people living with HIV/AIDS in a developing country, access to antiretroviral therapy (ART) is severely limited. In Kinshasa, Democratic Republic of the Congo , stability is starting to return after a recent civil war. However, poverty remains widespread. The purpose of this research was to identify psy
Harnessing the experiences of HIV-positive people in a positive global response to the pandemic.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D11205); Welbourn A, Paxton S;;;; ICW, London, United Kingdom; Issues:HIV-positive people have great experience of living positively, yet we are often overlooked or denied the skills-training required to translate these experiences into supporting others. Facilitation and leadership training programmes are ideal ways of harnessing these untapped experiences globally, creating paid
Involving religious leaders and civil society representatives for the implementation of HIV/AIDS prevention activities among the sex workers.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D11209); Rashid MR;;;; Light House(Organization), Bogra, Bangladesh; Bogra, a north-west industrial town of Bangladesh is not only a gateway for trade and education but also a favourite place of transient travellers, transport workers, students, small businessmen for buying sex from female sex workers. The town has a vibrant religious culture and HIV/AIDS intervention among sex w
HIV knowledge and attitudes of African educators.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D11213); Cooper ES, Jukes M, Bundy DA;;;; Partnership for Child Development, Imperial College School of Medicine, London, United Kingdom; The week-long seminars of the pan-continental program Accelerating the Education Sector Response to HIV/AIDS in Africa have provided an opportunity to explore the HIV knowledge and attitudes of leaders of African education with educators, civil servants and NGO members. Methods: Seminars were held in Librev
Profile economical and epidemic partner of mothers accompanied in control of the vertical transmission of HIV.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D11217); Rezende RM, Pilotto JH, Ribeiro JE, Silva JV, Roy L;;;; STD/AIDS Clinical Trials Unit in Hospital Geral de Nova Iguacu (HGNI) and Projeto Gottas de Vida (NGO), Nova Iguacu - Rio de Janeiro (RJ), Brazil; To describe the profile economical and epidemic partner of mothers accompanied in control of vertical transmission for HIV. Methods: Interviews structured with the support of an instrument previously elaborated, with 108 mothers accompanied by the program of STD/AIDS of a hospital of the periphery (Baixada
De Sida por la Vida (The AIDS by the Life), the prevention and solidarity.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D11221); Roa Flores R;;;; Desida por la Vida (Institution), San Carlos de Bariloche, Argentina; The Group deAids by the Life it was born 5 years ago like an answer to the necessities of the people living with Vih-AIDS, its relatives and friends. - Grow up : from the conscience and the experience to live with the virus. - Mature : in the necessity to surpass stages. - And Project : to the society seeing the necess
The government disease: HIV/AIDS, politics, culture and priorities in Malawi.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D11225); Lwanda JL;;;; Glasgow University & CAS, Edinburgh, Glasgow, United Kingdom; This paper argues that politics, class and culture have played a significantly deleterious part in the unfolding of the HIV/AIDS epidemic in Malawi . First, the paper argues that there was a comprehensive framework of medical care with political, religious and socio-economic aspects. Second, after tracing the politics
Integration of HIV/AIDS activities within and outside of the government health sector.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D11229); Contarin G, Phelan JJ;;;; St Camillus Foundation, Bangkok, Thailand; HIV/AIDS has far reaching implications and wide socio-economic causes and effects. To halt the spread of the disease, it must be fought on several fronts. The Camillian Social Centre (CSC) in Rayong is experiencing some success in the fight against HIV/AIDS. The CSC combines palliative care for the people living with H
Step1: an approach to HIV/AIDS for South Asian communities.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D11233); Poonia P, Gill P, Sidhu M;;;; Step1 Project, Vancouver, Canada; Globally and locally there are many communities that still have limited awareness, voice or participation in the current realities of HIV/AIDS. One such community on the west coast of Canada has been South Asians. Despite the rising number of new infection rates amongst South Asians; factors such as: socio-cult
Early Aging in PLWA: Reducing Colateral Damage.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D11237); Volpe LA;;;; Grupo Hipupiara Integracao e Vida, Sao Vicente, Brazil; The constant using of HAART in PLWA has caused a decrease in quality of life, becoming sometimes a threat to their own lives. Lipodistrophy is responsible for treatment dropping, loneliness and depression as it causes a deformation of the body and face. It also causes an increase of lipids resulting in heart attacks. B
A framework to analyse problems of mass-media prevention campaigns in the Namibian context.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D11241); Rompel MU;;;; Institute of Sociology, Giessen, Germany; Looking onto the scope of campaigns, all informing about and inviting prevention, one could get the impression that prevention should not be the problem. But the reception and the transfer of the messages into action is not that easy, it remains a huge gap between knowledge and practice. The objectives of t
Legal masive actions and Global Fund for built skills and empowerment for PLWHA.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D11245); Abarca DA;;;; Ecuatorina Coaliton of PLWHA - Apasha Grupo de autoayuda, Quito, Ecuador; Problems: The PLWHA network in Ecuador in the period from 1990 to 2002 were weak as the same as their intents of impacting in the political of the Government and the Ministry of Health for access to treatment and integral attention, denounces against the stigma and the discrimination. There were not empowerment neither
Study on the availability and accessibility of HIV/AIDS information and level of awareness among students in Felda Plantation Secondary Schools - Peninsular Malaysia.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D11249); Naggappan P;;;; The Estates Hospital Assistants Association Peninsular Malaysia, Malacca, Malaysia; Descriptions: Geographically the Felda Land Schemes are located far from the urban areas. HIV/AIDS seminars were held in 6 schools based in these Felda Plantation and 98 percent of the students are from these plantations, aged from 15 to 18 years old. Before the seminar, questions were asked to the teachers concerning
Vietnam needs a strategy to address risky sexual behavior following alcohol consumption.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D11253); Son BT, Bain DL, Colby DJ, Thinh T, Giang LT, Mandel JS;;;; Anonymous Testing Site, Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam; In Vietnam , as in many other south and east Asian countries, it is common for groups of men to go out socially at night and drink alcohol. Alcohol consumption is often followed by risky sexual behavior such as unprotected sex with commercial sex workers (CSW). However few HIV prevention programs in Vietnam add
Why do individuals participate in HIV/AIDS related organizations in Chile?: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D11257); Ferrer LM, Berednsen P, Vidal F, Peragallo N;;;; University of Illinois at Chicago, Pontificia Universidad Catolica de Chile, Chicago, United States; Participating in a HIV/AIDS related nongovernmental organization connotes actions on behalf of oneself and/or others. Empirical data suggest that this participation seek helping others, but in the context of an organization in Chile , no accurate information is available regarding the motives individuals have i
Participation in HIV/AIDS prevention of fishery related companies among seafarers in southern Thailand.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D11261); Sunpuwan M, Panakitsuwan S, Thongsri U, Polbhakdee K, Chantalukkana S, Pramualratana A;;;; Thailand Business Coalition on AIDS , Bangkok, Thailand; Two decades of the HIV/AIDS epidemic in Thailand has affected more than one million people. Since HIV/AIDS has rapidly spread through the seafaring population this group has been early and severely affected. Promoting private sector involvement in prevention and care and addressing HIV/AIDS in their workpla
Cooperation of health education for HIV/AIDS between municipalities and other organizations in Japan.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D11265); Satomura K, Nakahara T, Iwanaga S, Noami M, Sakamoto R, Sakurami T;;;; Dept. of Public Health, Faculty of Medicine, Kyoto University, Kyoto, Japan; In Japan numbers of HIV/AIDS patients are gradually increasing. To disseminate knowledge about HIV/AIDS becomes more and more important. Popular disseminators of health information are municipalities in Japan. We surveyed cooperation of health education for HIV/AIDS between Japanese municipalities and other
Old generation generate awareness of HIV/AIDS in rural communities: Traditional Birth Attendances of the remote province Oddar Mean Chey, Cambodia.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D11269); Chea V, Buppa N, Poch V;;;; Samrong Hospital, Oddar Mean Chey, Cambodia; HIV/AIDS infection is taboo to talk openly especially in remote areas of Cambodia as documented of the project rapid assessment. The dissemination of HIV/AIDS information is limited particular in the post conflicted war and remote province like Oddar Mean Chey. Reaching all villagers is inaccessibility. Descrip
Global HIV prevention and PHWA support for the migrant Latin American population in Japan.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D11273); Iwaki E, Kihara M, Kihara M, Hamada E, Tsushima M, Eiguchi L;;;; NPO CRIATIVOS, Yokohama, Japan; In the early 1980 s, the Japanese government started a work force import policy. Since this time Latin American immigrants have rapidly increased to more than 320,000 as of 2003. It is the second largest residential alien community living in Japan, but still language and cultural differences continue to be barr
Communicating sexual health in street children: the BCC model.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D11277); Vemula RK;;;; Mudra Institute of Communications, Ahmedabad, India; Behaviour Change Communication (BCC) presents a slightly different understanding of communication. The concept of BCC is based on the assumption of influencing the behaviour of the individual, group of individuals or the society. Street children is a group believed to be at high risk and are the most vulner
Addressing HIV/AIDS: using luo traditional sex education model.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D11281); Oneko JL, Laibuta AM;;;; Mama na Dada International, Nairobi, Kenya; Issues The need to give information and education to the youth on sexuality in a way that appeals to their interests and tastes is clear, yet the difficulties in carrying out such an activity in a way that honours their cultural values and morals are considerable. A program on sexuality and sexual/reproductive health i
HIV/AIDS Care and support sex workers.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D11285); Chou B;;;; CWPD, Phnom Penh, Cambodia; HIV/AIDS programs in Cambodia are very active involving all sectors relevant, government, NGOs, private sector, schools and religious groups. Many methods have been initiated and applied to combat against HIV/AIDS. Sex workers, considered as high risk group have been launched 100% condom use program. However, s
Addressing stigma and discrimination in providing care and support for PLHA among truck drivers.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D11289); Louis A;;;; Prakriti, Chennai, India; It is nearly 18 years since the HIV epidemic was identified in Tamil Nadu, which is one of the southern states in the Indian Union. The actual effects of the epidemic is being manifest now, as AIDS related deaths have begun to increase, especially among the high-risk groups, of which the truck drivers have been
Evaluation of knowledge, attitudes, behaviour and practices of public transport drivers towards HIV/AIDS infection in the township of Bujumbura.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D11293); Nizigama J, Nijimbere C, Ntisinzira P;;;; AP/SIDA, Bujumbura, Burundi; At the end of 2001, Burundi held the 15th position among African countries with a very high HIV infection rate averaging 8.5% in adults aged 15-49. Burundi held the 3rd position in Central African countries. Data collected in test centres in Bujumbura showed a high HIVcontamination rate among drivers. Metho
Reducing Women's Vulnerability to HIV/AIDS:A Multisectoral Approach.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D11297); Narayanan R, Narang A, Dhar S, Mathur A, Mittal A;;;; National Project Coordinator,CHARCA (a joint un project on reducing women's Vulnerability to HIV/AIDS), New Delhi , India; It is well established that gender discrimination and unequal power relations fuel the HIV/AIDS epidemic and put young women at risk. A multisectoral approach located in a framework of women s rights is most likely to reduce women s vulnerability in a sustained way. This paper describes the strateg
Should we participate? Community perceptions at PMTCT program sites in Hai and Kilombero districts of Tanzania.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D11301); Kironde S, Kahemele J, Dibibi G, Griffith R, Msaky H, Nzima M;;;; Population Services International, Dar es Salaam, Tanzania; Due to high HIV prevalence among pregnant women attending antenatal care (ANC) in Tanzania (12%), district health authorities, with funding from the Elizabeth Glaser Pediatric AIDS Foundation and technical assistance from Axios, introduced prevention of mother-to-child HIV transmission (PMTCT) services in 2 rur
Children treat medical students.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D11305); Duta SF;;;; University of Medicine and Farmacy 'Carol Davila', Bucharest, Romania; Even when they are well informed, the medical practitioners and students face many difficulties in explaining HIV / AIDS related issues to children and teenagers. This has an important impact on both the HIV prevention activities that might involve medical professionals and on physicians credibility. The medica
A need for redesign. AIDS patients in inpatient wards.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D11309); Nord C;;;; KTH, Stockholm, Sweden; The aids epidemic has strained healthcare resources beyond their capacity in many Sub-Saharan countries where people suffering from AIDS occupy hospital beds. In the thesis The visible patient. Hybridity and inpatient ward design in a Namibian context I present a qualitative case study in Namibia which shows that conve
Men Are Having Sex with Men in Cambodia: Breaking the Silence.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D11313); Choub SC, Vannary N, Parry H, Mao KR;;;; NGO, Phnom Penh, Cambodia; Despite evidence that MSM have high levels of STIs (26.5%, 2000) and that those who sell sex have HIV prevalence rates of 15%, there continues to be widespread denial of the existence of MSM in Cambodia . This has resulted in a lack of information, services and programs. Project: KHANA conducted a qualitative a
Social problems force the HIV-infected women to abandon their children.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D11317); Gridassova-Ostrovskaya OV;;;; Newspaper, Sant-Petersburg, Russian Federation; As you know there is the epidemic of HIV developed extremely rapidly in Russia and now we have a lot of HIV-infected pregnant women every year and a lot of orphans, who have real mothers but have to live in the orphan home. There are about 1000 deliveries of HIV-infected pregnant women were registered last year
Financing community development projects for PLHA: Afrique 2000 network case in Cote D'ivoire.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D11321); Akossi AA, Ngouolele MC;;;; FAIC, Abidjan, Cote d'Ivoire; An HIV global approach leads necessarily to economic issues. And though commonly known as unlikely to resolve all concerns, money remains fundamental once there is a need for treatment access. That is why sustaining income generating activities for PLHA in developing countries plays a major role as personality
Creating relations with hard-to-reach drug users as a preventive measure.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D11325); Patruno FV, Barra M, Ceccarini L, Chiarelli R;;;; Villa Maraini Foundation, Roma, Italy; Harm reduction has been recognized as a good strategy to break the isolation in which many drug users are living. In Rome the Villa Maraini Foundation (VMF), part of the Italian Red Cross, since 1976, has been actively involved in the fight against problems related to the use of drugs. A wide range
Developing a workplace policy on HIV/AIDS: Experience from Cambodia.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D11329); Panhavichetr P, Khimuy T, Choub SC;;;; NGO, Phnom Penh, Cambodia; AIDS is having an impact in Cambodia at every level, including on organisations whose mission is to prevent HIV infection and provide care for those affected. KHANA recognised the need to develop a policy to support infected and affected staff. Project: KHANA organised a workshop for all staff, with support fro
Knowledge/behaviour studies and HIV/AIDS prevention programs.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D11333); Tchaika NA;;;; Pasteur Institute , Saint-Petersburg , Russian Federation; After many years of HIV spread the level of AIDS knowledge in different population groups of Russian society was very low and sexual behaviour in many adolescents and young adults was quite risky. Methods: Several types of anonymous questionnaires were used for knowledge, attitude and behaviour studies in y
Staying Alive.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D11337); Alapatt SJ;;;; YRG CARE, Chennai, India; I have been living with HIV since I was 10 years. I did not know I was infected at first but suspected through the frequent visits to the hospital when I saw AIDS on my case sheet in a big renowned hospital in South India . It was only when my regular doctor, who I fondly call auntie disclosed my status were my worst
A family-based HIV prevention program (CHAMP): Adaptation and proximal outcomes for adults and children in South Africa.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D11341); Bhana A, Petersen I, McKay M, Bell C;;;; Human Sciences Research Council, Durban, South Africa; The high prevalence of HIV/AIDS in southern Africa has spurred on efforts at containing the spread of the disease. However, there are multiple levels of risk, from individual influences to interpersonal and family influences to community influences. The CHAMP (Collaborative HIV Prevention and Adolescent Men
Learning is to Change: Community Ownership Ensures Sustainability.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D11345); Saha N, Jana S, Saha A, Dutta MK;;;; Institution, Kolkata, India; As part of Sonagachi projects stated policy the ownership and management of the intervention Project was transferred to autonomous organisations formed exclusively by the sex workers and their children by the year 1999. Sonagachi Project from its inception in 1992 incorporated a policy to shift own
The spirit truly is willing, but the flesh is weak. Religious factors influencing HIV/AIDS vulnerability and prevention among young people in Kenya.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D11349); Mumah SC, Singh TS, K'Otohoyoh LO;;;; Kenyatta University, Nairobi, Kenya; According to the 1999 population and housing census, at least 99% of the more than 30 million Kenyans professed some religion indicating that Kenyans were deeply religious. Churches promote beliefs that guide behavior with either an implicit or explicit system of accountability. Consequently, one of the fundamental doc
DaimlerChrysler South Africa HIV/AIDS workplace project.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D11353); Knigge AK;;;; Industry, Pretoria, South Africa; Blueprint of HIV/AIDS workplace programmes have to be adjusted according to the sector /industry being addressedUniform legal framework in which the project is integrated - local, national & regional contextUse the WPP as basis to scale-up existing primary health care services. Description. Phased approach
Mainstreaming gender into HIV/AIDS programming: A case study from Kenya.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D11357); Bahati U, Ngugi EN, Gikuni A, Morris CN;;;; University of Nairobi-Strengthening STD/HIV Control Project in Kenya, Nairobi, Kenya; Issues The HIV/AIDS epidemic in Sub-Saharan Africa is fuelled by gender imbalances. The lack of knowledge of this phenomenon, in combination with the prevailing widespread gender-insensitive attitudes, poses a challenge to many HIV/AIDS programmes in adopting a gender-balanced approach to HIV programming. Description T
HIV/AIDS and internally displaced people.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D11361); Etabu P;;;; Concern Worldwide, Kampala, Uganda; More than one hundred thousand internally displaced people in Soroti municipallity are camped in schools, as a result of the armed attach by the Lords Resistance Army in Teso region since June 2003. Due to low livelihood and living conditions at the camps, the internally displaced are vulnerable to HIV infection
Addressing Vulnerability to HIV and AIDS in local communities using Participatory Processes.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D11365); Osaigbovo I, Udonsi C, Okekaru I, Idogho I;;;; ActionAid Nigeria, Abuja, Nigeria; In developing countries people are exposed daily to the risk of HIV/AIDS due to societal inhibitions relating to culture and religion. Discussing sexuality at the family or the community level is often a taboo. Culture and religion give women little control over matters of sex, but they are expected to carry out
The Role of Religious Leader in Social Mobilization - Rural Community response to HIV/AIDS/STIs in Pakistan.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D11369); Rafiq Malik M;;;; Pakistan Rural Workers Social Welfare Organization (PRWSWO), Karachi, Pakistan; Pakistan is a low HIV/AIDS prevalence country. It appears that the HIV epidemic started in urban areas and highway commercial points and now spreading/moving rapidly to rural areas. Methods: In order to address this public health problem and realize that HIV/AIDS is a development issue, the Pakistan Rural W
Factors affecting pregnant women's participation and postpartum retention in HIV/AIDS studies in Pune, India.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D11373); Pisal H, Sastry J, Suryawanshi N, Sutar S, Joshi A, Erande A, Patil O, Bollinger RC, Shankar AV;;;; Johns Hopkins University, Pune, India; Background : HIV studies involving enrollment of pregnant women in India have specific challenges especially when follow up is required in the first six weeks postpartum when women are culturally not allowed to go outside their homes. Study participation that require postpartum women to retain for long duration also po
Risk factors for HIV infection among rural adolescents in northern Tanzania.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D11377); Wamoyi J, Wight D, Plummer M, Mshana G, Ross D;;;; National Institute for Medical Research, Mwanza, Tanzania; In rural northern Tanzania 5% of women and 1% of men are infected with HIV by the age of 19. This study explores whether 14 to 19 year olds who tested positive for HIV have distinct risk factors, in terms of self-reported sexual beliefs and behaviours, compared with those who tested negative. Methods: Forty
The role of Support on AIDS and Life through Telehpone Helpline (SALT) in prevention and promoting positive living in Uganda.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D11381); Kyomukama F;;;; AIDS helpline Association, Kampala, Uganda; Scale up thre response especially against stigma and discrimination Reach the marginalised who can have telephone contact Address issues of confidntiality and privacy Reach those still fearing to seek services and those who are not informed aboutthe available service in their communities The aim of
Sexual and reproductive rights in women living with HIV/AIDS (WHAs) from 8 Chilean cities.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D11385); Vidal F, Carrasco M, Donoso C, Reca I, Valdes T, Palma I, Pascal R;;;; VIVO POSITIVO - UNIVERSIDAD ARCIS - UMCE, Santiago, Chile; WHAs sexual and reproductive rights have been barely inquired by social research. In this sense, this study was conducted to open the discussion on this topic excluded from the academy world. This research correlates different kinds of information given to WHAs from the healthcare providers with women s sex
HIV/AIDS Situation in Kabul.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D11389); Bazger F;;;; ORA Internatioanal, Kabul, Afghanistan; Kabul has been the scene of 23 years of violence. Even though Kabul is fairly calm now, the results of this conflict are still present: poverty, unemployment, refugees, a low literacy rate and a poor national health system are factors that could lead to an HIV/AIDS epidemic. Methods: The survey focused on i
Appreciating the multiplier effect of poverty on HIV/AIDS in a poor resource setting.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D11393); Eneh FO;;;; Youth against Aids (YAA), Enugu, Nigeria; Much effort have been made to address the problem of poverty reduction and food security as it relates to the HIV /AIDS. This effort have yielded some positive result in the area of reducing new cases and care for HIV. But inspite of these effort, much still need to be done especially in a poor resource setting
The role of the Uganda Young positives in fighting stigma, denial and inaction still associated with HIV/AIDS.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D11397); Ocen OS;;;; University, Kampala, Uganda; The Uganda Bureau of statistics (UBOS), 2002 results reveal that, young people constitute78% of the total Ugandan population yet they are the most active, most dynamic adventurous and therefore highly vulnerable to the HIV/AIDS scourge. Since the prevalence of HIV is higher among young people,(
Interactions between gender and HIV-related stigma in Vietnam.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D11401); Khuat TH, Ogden JA, Nguyen TV, Nguyen TV;;;; Institute for Social Development Studies, Ha Noi, Vietnam; Background : The Insitute for Social Development Studies and the International Center for Research on Women have investigated HIV-related stigma in Vietnam , how it intersects with the stigma associated with injection drug use and sex work, and the effects of gender on these processes. The project was funded by USAID t
Training for sex education: HIV/AIDS knowledge, attitude and risk behavior on of factory labors in Chiang Rai, Thailand.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D11405); Kanthawee P, Kaowkampa P;;;; Maung district health office, Chiangrai, Thailand; Factory labors are high risk group to HIV/AIDS infection because the lack of HIV/AIDS knowledge and education. Factory labors have risky behaviors as most of those who got drunk went to Karaoke shop and brothel which brought them to commercial sex workers. Public Health Office (PHO) in Chiang Rai conducted train
Intersections between HIV-related stigma, injection drug use and sex work in Vietnam.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D11409); Nguyen TV, Khuat TH, Vu TT, Ogden JA;;;; Institute for Social Development Studies, Ha Noi, Vietnam; Background : The Institute for Social Development Studies and the International Center for Research on Women are investigating the causes and consequences of HIV-related stigma in Vietnam . This project, funded by USAID through AED/Change, explores the context in which HIV-related stigma occurs and how it intersects wi
Impact of death on work with groups of HIV-positive youth.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D11413); Jauslin LG;;;; Aids & Child Switzerland, Zurich, Switzerland; Patty died three days before the third European Meeting for Youth affected by HIV/AIDS. When she failed to attend the opening ceremony, enquiries were made of her mother. Amongst the participants, the news of her death started mourning marked by fear of their own illness. This changed the conference proceedings
Freedom and Sex: understanding the sexual behaviour of students in tertiary institutions in Nigeria.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D11417); Ladipo OA, Omoregie GO, Fakolade R;;;; Instituition, Abuja, Nigeria; Preventing HIV/AIDS risk behaviour among young persons has been identified as a public health priority in Nigeria . Hostels of tertiary institutions in Nigeria have been labeled as glorified brothels as some students aided and abetted by the hall porters, the apparent freedom from parental control and undue
Identifying challenges and advantages of peer educational in STIs and HIV prevention education with Youth at Risk in Pakistan.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D11421); Rana Gulzar G;;;; YES!, Quetta, Pakistan; One percent of the newly diagnosed STIs and HIV cases in Balochistan, Pakistan are individuals/youth at risk 8-17 years of age. Our epidemiologists indicate that STIs and HIV cases among Youth increased between 1998 and 2003. While clearly an at-risk demographic, youth are rarely targeted with STIs and HIV p
Tales from a Traumatised Town, first-hand details of stigmatised PLWHAs in otukpo town in Benue state, Nigeria.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D11425); Alobua JO;;;; Youth-Youth-Youth Initiative, Lagos, Nigeria; In 1999, the nigerian federal ministry of health ranked otukpo town as one of the most HIV-prevalent communities in the country. Over sixty per cent tested positive. The study therefore sought to find how much stigma there is in the the town, and how PLWHAs are faring. PLWHAs belonging to a support group (Idoma Imeli)
The role of support group in stigma reduction and community level intervention for HIV/AIDS prevention and care.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D11429); Chibok TC, Okekearu IR, Baba Manu AA, Idogho O;;;; Institution, Abuja, Nigeria; Within the African context the HIV/AIDS epidemic is heightened by poverty and adherence to negative religious and traditional norms and practices such as multiple partnering, scarification and early marriage. The taboo placed on discussing sexuality issues openly further makes it difficult for HIV/AIDS issues to
A study of the ABC method among students of university of Lagos, Nigeria.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D11433); Olunloyo AO;;;; Youth-to-Youth Initiative, Lagos, Nigeria; The ABC method (abstinence, being faithful and condom) is a popular strategy that is promoted for people to prevent the sexual transmission of HIV. In Nigeria , a larger percentage of those infected with the virus are young people aged 15-29. The purpose of the study was to find out the attitude of university of lagos
Immigration-related stress, psychiatric functioning, and sexual risk behavior in African immigrants and refugees.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D11437); Steel JL, Dunlavy A, MacBeth L, Herlitz C, Theorell T;;;; Karolinska Institute, Stockholm, Sweden; Previous research has demonstrated that major life stressors are associated with increased psychiatric morbidity and sexual risk behavior. The primary aim of the proposed study was to test a mediational model between immigration-related stress and sexual risk behavior with psychiatric symptoms as a possible
Situation with HIV/AIDS among Roma in Ukraine.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D11441); Dyoma SV;;;; International Renaissance Foundation, Kyiv, Ukraine; The official number of Roma in Ukraine , country-center of the HIV/AIDS epidemic in Europe (500,000 persons or 1% of the total population) is around 50,000, though Roma NGOs estimate is 200,000. The recent survey held with the support of the Roma of Ukraine program demonstrated that the general lev
Raising the community consciousness towards reducing Stigma of PLWHA in Shitta settlement, Surulere, Lagos, Nigeria.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D11445); Inkotariah JA, Adekoya L, Adeeyo B;;;; Nigeria Youth Aids Programme, Surulere, Lagos, Nigeria; The issues of discrimination and stigmatization of PLWHA cannot be over emphasized. This is because majority of the community although are aware of HIV/AIDS but have no in depth knowledge on its modes of transmission, hence focus on only sexual intercourse and consequent negative reactions towards the infected a
Central American people speaks out about AIDS.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D11449); Arevalo LF, Monterroso E, Nunez CA, Fernandez VH;;;; PASCA, Guatemala, Guatemala; To better understand public opinion and knowledge of HIV/AIDS, PASCA Project and CID Gallup implemented a survey in six Central American countries in 2003. Methods: : 7,272 adult men and women were randomized and asked to agree or disagree with 18 statements pertaining HIV/AIDS impact in each country, stigm
Empowering women and gender issues.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D11453); De Paula VF;;;; Grupo Pela Vidda/RJ, Rio de Janeiro, Brazil; The spread of heterosexual women searching for support and information, at reproductive age, HIV infected or with Aids. Since 1989, Pela Vidda Women Group, has been offering the opportunity of information and experience exchange, focused on female gender. The new epidemic aspects demanded some chang
The importance of rural communitlies involvement in the fight against HIV/AIDS.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D11457); Mohammad H;;;; Living Hope Care, Ilesa, Nigeria; This abstract explains more on the channels to be used in communicating to the rural communities regarding HIV/AIDS; so as to get them fully involved in the programs concerning the virus (HIV/AIDS). And also this abstract will go a long way to explain the protections and control of contact with HIV/AIDS. Me
The effect of counselling on PLWHA: A study on PLWHA in living hope care.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D11461); Egbordi N;;;; Living Hope Care, Ilesa, Nigeria; Counseling as a face-to-face interpersonal communication between two or more people in which the counselor leads the counselee in taking an informed decision, such that the counselee would abide by the decision irrespective of the things involved. It has been noticed that the response to HIV positive status
Difficulties in the negotiation of condom use among men who have only sex with men in low income neighborhoods in Lima and Trujillo, Peru.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D11465); Salazar X, Garate MR, Maiorana A, Caceres C, Kegeles S, Coates T;;;; Universidad Peruana Cayetano Heredia, Lima, Peru; Among MSM in low income neighborhoods, barriers to condom negotiation and use strongly reflect the power differentials in their relationships with heterosexually identified men and the specific sexual and social meanings assigned to their defined sexual roles. The main barriers that impede negotiation of co
Handbook for workshops.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D11469); Gonzalez C, Gonzalez A, Gimenez M, Gravina S;;;; Red de Personas viviendo con vih/sida , Rosario, Argentina; PLWHA quality of life improvement, Handbook for Workshops development, Human Rights. We designed, elaborated, and edited a handbook, made by PLWHA with real and sustained commitment in this field, to be used within the project entitled Contributing to the PLWHA s skills building process Our strateg
Staged drama entitled HIV/AIDS camp.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D11473); Fabayo A;;;; Development Worker, Change Agent, Norcross, Georgia, United States; The drama begins with an old man narrating the story of his origins. He calls himself Rhythm Player. He tells why he chose his profession and its significance to the world, how his profession has brought him to the HIV/Aids Camp and what he intends to do at the camp. His rhythm is not what one would expect. The use of
Evaluation of symptoms related to HIV and its treatment in patients (pts) before and after substitution of their pi/nnrti with lopinavir/ritonavir (lpv/r).: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D11477); Vaughn A, Rode R, Casiro A, Henarejos J, Speulveda G, Timerman A, Weitner L, Shen Y, Luo MP, McMillan F, Tressler R;;;; Newark Dept of Public Health, Newark, United States; PLATO was designed to evaluate the effect of changing therapy in virologically stable, HIV+ pts experiencing side effects (SE) associated with the PI/NNRTI in their antiretroviral regimen. Prior publications described the total score for the ACTG Symptoms Distress Module (ASDM), with 2 additional items for
Ms "everyday" woman and HIV/AIDS prevention in Puerto Rico : are we making a dent?: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D11481); Serrano-Garcia I;;;; University of Puerto Rico, Rio Piedras, Puerto Rico; HIV/AIDS prevention among women is a challenge. Research has shown improvement in variables which augment women s risk: increased knowledge about HIV/AIDS; debilitation of stereotypes; and increased efficacy for safe sex negotiation. We examined these variables in a non-university sample. Methods: We recrui
The ABCs of HIV prevention in men: associations with HIV risk and protective behaviors.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D11485); Steele MS, Bukusi EA, Cohen CR, Shell-Duncan BA, Holmes KK;;;; University of Washington Center for AIDS Research, Seattle, United States; We elucidated associations between beliefs in abstinence, fidelity, and condom use (the ABCs) and HIV prevention and protective behaviors among Kenyan men. Methods: We interviewed a convenience sample of 500 men in Nairobi and asked them to discuss the three best ways to prevent HIV transmission along with
Experiences in supporting groups of people living with HIV/AIDS.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D11489); Camargo NP, Arruda TR;;;; AIDS Suportive and Prevention Group - GAPA/DF, Brasilia, Brazil; In the city of Brasilia/DF - Brazil , PLWA had no space to change informations, experiences, have self-supporting or join others to be strong enough to fight for their rights. Descriptions: A network, called RNP+/DF, was created to be a space where HIV+ people can get together and could change their experiences
Behavioral research on perceptions of HIV/AIDS in Congo (DRC).: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D11493); Bokole H, Olin J, Lapika DB;;;; Johns Hopkins School of Medicine, Baltimore, United States; A total of 30 in-depth interviews in French and Lingala were conducted in urban areas in Kinshasa, Equateur, and Kivu, with 20 persons at high risk for HIV infection and 10 community leaders. Interviews were taped and consensus coding was utilized. Knowledge about HIV transmission was generally accurate, though incompl
Dietary diversity approach: a key component to the management of HIV/AIDS patients in Ghana.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D11497); Soyiri IN, Laar AK;;;; Food Research Institute, Microbilogy Division, P. O. Box M20 , Accra, Ghana; Providing sufficient food and nutrition to meet people s basic needs for health, growth and development has been a long-standing challenge for African countries. This challenge is further exacerbated by the emergence of HIV/AIDS. Malnutrition in Africa for several decades has been complicated by a combination of factor
Women, traficking and HIV/AIDS in South Africa.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D11501); Umelloh CJ;;;; Youth Care International, Cape Town, South Africa; In the last five years,more than 500,000 women have being trafficed into south africa alone.most of then from africa, asia and east european countries.these women are illeagally brought into south africa, held hostage and severaly sexually abused. In a country,that has continued to experience a hight rate of HI
The social work organized and the integration of municipal resources in the Jalisco State of Mexico.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D11505); Bermudez-Guillen A, Canobbio C, Correa-Moreno E, Lopez-Falomir L, Medrano-Gonzalez V, Mojica-Hernandez Y, Ramirez-Vergara J, Rodriguez Ballesteros M, Campos-Lopez P;;;; COESIDA, Guadalajara, Jalisco, Mexico; The local strategies of prevention, cares and HIV/AIDS services made by the Municipal Committees of the prevention HIV/AIDS (COMUSIDA), have had to restate in front of the complex of the culture, economy and social aspects of its localities. In the beginning among seven years ago were conceived themselves as gr
A better way to face the HIV+ diagnosis: a brazilian experience of visiting PLWA in a public hospital.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D11509); Camargo NP, Fortuna MR;;;; AIDS Suportive and Prevention Group-GAPA/DF, Brasilia, Brazil; In Brazil , in the city of Brasilia, many of the HIV+ people knows about their condition at the hospital when they are already ill. Doctors and nurses have difficulties to tell them their diagnosis, making difficult their acceptance. Most of the hospitals do not prepare their professionals to deal with HIV/Aids
Educational intervention regarding sexually transmitted diseases/AIDS among homeless shelter's users in Sao Paulo, Brazil.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D11513); Carrasco DP, Brito VO, Facchini R, Buchalla CM;;;; CTA Henfil, City Health Department - SP, NEPAIDS - USP, Sao Paulo, Brazil; Sao Paulo has a contingent of people living on the streets. This phenomenon has growth from the 90s onwards, increasing to 10,394 people in 03. It was also during the 90s that the AIDS epidemic broke out and started to affect impoverished sectors of the population. Prevention actions directed towards this popul
A network of health service workers for prevention of STD/AIDS in more vulnerable populations: other practices, new languages - an experience in Niteroi, Rio de Janeiro.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D11517); Santana M, Rocha F, Filgueiras SL, Semeghini LH, Vaz MM, Savelli RC, Moudonet RL, Messas E, Araujo IM, Almeida CM, Marins MC, Eppinghaus AL, Costa S;;;; Municipal Health Department, Coordination of STD/AIDS, Niteroi/Rio de Janeiro, Brazil; The epidemic of HIV/AIDS grows the world over. The usage of condoms and educational campaigns can decrease drastically the incidence of HIV/AIDS. The prevention is absolutely a fundament and can be carried out right NOW. Descriptions: The Coordination of STD/AIDS in Niteroi has been investing in educational pro
Assessing patient HIV beliefs in multilingual low-literacy settings.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D11521); Gray JR, Sandoval JA, Ribo AI, Jones RC, Rawlins S, Armas LN, Smith CR, Hicks W, Keiser P;;;; Texas/Oklahoma AETC, Dallas, TX, United States; Patient beliefs about HIV influence decisions about accessing and maintaining treatment. Yet, providers have little knowledge of patient HIV beliefs. Tools and measures are needed to document patients beliefs about the inception of HIV, availability of treatment, effectiveness of medications, and credibility of
The Role of Unions in HIV Awareness and Prevention.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D11525); Sharp TJ;;;; Foundation House, Sydney, Australia; Trade unions have a proud history in matters affecting the protection of workers rights in industrial and health and safety issues. However progressive unions of today have expanded their roles to include addressing the personal needs of their membership, defending human rights and dignity as well as social and
Consequences of skepticism and fatalism for HIV prevention in Tete province, Mozambique.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D11529); Matsinhe C, Mariano E, Gune E, Langa Q, Gujral L, Fernandes B, Victor BW, Mbofana F, Francois I;;;; MoH, Danida, Maputo, Mozambique; HIV is spreading in Mozambique , not least along the corridors of Tete Province (prevalence 14,2 %, 2002). Sexual behavior change approaches are being tested, but more information on the cultural context is needed for effectiveness. This presentation focuses on the population s perception of gender and sexu
Nutrient intake, anthropometric characteristics, and quality of life of people living with HIV/AIDS in Ghana.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D11533); Laar AK, Owusu WB, Twenefour D;;;; University of ghana, Accra, Ghana; HIV/AIDS is a current major public health concern globally. While research methods are being made to identify a cure, there is need for finding ways of improving the quality of life (QOL) and life expectancy of infected individuals. Good nutrition has been identified as a potential means of achieving this. The possible
Some actual results of the AIDS sociological survey at gay night clubs of St.Petersburg, Russia.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D11537); Kukharsky AA;;;; 'Krilija' Centre, St. Petersburg, Russian Federation; The St. Petersburg Gay and Lesbian Human Rights Centre Krilija in association with the local State University and the Medical College of Wisconsin (MCW), USA, held a sociological survey at 5 gay night clubs of the city to find out about AIDS awareness and safe sex practice among the young gay community. Financial suppo
Living with HIV in the southern area of the city of Buenos Aires. An ethnografic study of body, sexuality and gender in a context of urban poverty.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D11541); Grimberg MA;;;; University of Buenos Aires, Buenos Aires, Argentina; This paper aims to discuss some results of an ethnographic research focused on the experience of living with HIV in contexts of urban poverty. It develops a political approach and a gender perspective centred around the concepts of social construction and hegemony. I examine some aspects of the experience o
Facilitating partnership in development with internally generated externally funded grant systems.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D11545); Ni MJ, Wheeler KM, Chen W;;;; Regional CDC, Urumqi, China; Xinjiang Uyghur Autonomous Region of the People s Republic of China has the second highest number of HIV positive people in China. The majority of HIV positive people are injecting drug users. In one study in Yining (Xinjiang) carried out in 2001 the overall prevalence rate was 1.14% with the rate in males of 1
Improvement in survival rates and quality of life, as a result of integral attention in a secondary care hospital in Guatemala City.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D11549); Saravia A;;;; Fundacion Marco Antonio, Guatemala, Guatemala; FMA, an NGO in Guatemala with six years of experience in hospital care attending PLWA in critical conditions due to multiple opportunistic infections. HMA, with the national hospital web of Guatemala and international organizations, has implemented a reference and contrareference system that provid
A descriptive correlational study of patient perceptions of HIV-Positive nurses: The effect of patient age, gender, educational status, and knowing a person with HIV on attitudes toward receiving care from a nurse with HIV.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D11553); Black LM;;;; University of California San Francisco, San Francisco, United States; Reported cases of transmission of HIV from health care workers to patients have created an ethical and legal quandary of whether HIV-infected healthcare workers should provide direct care to patients and to whom they must disclose their HIV status. While much attention has been paid to policy level regulati
HIV/AIDS initiative on the Thai- Cambodia Border; The vulnerability of migrants to HIV/AIDS, Kamreang district, Battambang province, Cambodia.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D11557); Chea V, Chinsam V;;;; PO. Box 37, Phnom Penh, Cambodia; Since the end of the civil conflict in Cambodia , there has been tremendous migration to the militarised border areas as people have sought employment that exist as a result of cross-border trade, the opening of casinos, and a booming sex industry. Though such factors activities are often associated with high-r
Taking HIV/AIDS prevention to poor regions in the interior.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D11561); Landim E, Ahrens MH, Pedral Sampaio D, Patricio R, Menezes N, Dias L;;;; Centro de Referencia Estadual de AIDS - CREAIDS, Salvador, Brazil; In Brazil , HIV is spreading to poorer, hard-to-reach populations in the interior of the Country. The project, implemented in 84 poorest municipalities in the State of Bahia, proposes that first level prevention in remote areas with low HIV incidence rates is a valuable public health investment. The project is built on
Sex, sexuality, and spirituality for communities of color.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D11565); Watkins TL Jr;;;; Community Based Organization, Miami Beach, United States; Among people of color faith communities are the most influential. Because homophobia impedes faith communities from joining in the fight against HIV/AIDS, the goals and objectives of this workshop presentation are to do the following: Facilitate and open and frank discussion on sexuality/homophobia and the Bible
Strengthening bilateral cooperation between Quang ninh province (Vietnam) and Quang xi province (China) in HIV/AIDS prevention.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D11569); Tran MS;;;; STDs/HIV/AIDS Prevention Center (SHAPC), Hanoi, Vietnam; Quang ninh province ranks the 1st position in Vietnam in term of HIV prevalence due to high population mobility, especially in Mong cai border areas. Under the funding of Australian Agency for International Development (AusAID), SHAPC implemented the project: Strengthening bilateral cooperation between Quang ni
Handbook for psycotherapeutic work for women living with HIV/AIDS, addressed to health care providers.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D11573); Estrada Munoz K, Lardizabal Mercado A;;;; AVE de Mexico, Mexico City, Mexico; Nowadays life of people living with HIV/AIDS is longer and relatively healthy. Women are still a vulnerable group, therefore it has been seen the necessity to create pshycotherapeutic groups for women living with HIV/AIDS. This has led us to the elaboration of a handbook in which it is described the specific re
Qualitative study of PWHIV prior to an ARV treatment project in Savannakhet Province (Lao PDR).: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D11577); Doussantousse S;;;; Medecins Sans Frontieres, Vientiane, Lao People's Democratic Republic; Methods: In depth interview of 18 (16 adults and 2 caretakers for infant) PWHIV (24% of total) attending MSF project. Focus group discussion for validation. Context: Since 2001 MSF Suisse has been supporting the Provincial Hospital of Savannakhet to provide the first free care and treatment for PWHIV in Lao PDR. Since
Progression of HIV in women.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D11581); Kavungnal JJ;;;; Queen of Angels, Los Angeles, United States; The study investigated the influence of gender in progression of HIV/AIDS in India . Subjects were selected by simple random sampling. Thirty subjects participated in the study. Majority of the women with HIV were unemployed (85%) and were married (87%). About 65% have atleast one child below age 10. About 66% were fro
A longitudinal study of the association between treatment optimism and sexual risk behavior in young adult men who have sex with men.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D11585); Huebner DM, Rebchook GM, Kegeles SM;;;; University of California, San Francisco, Center for AIDS Prevention Studies, San Francisco, United States; In multiple cross-sectional studies optimism about new HIV treatments has been associated with sexual risk behavior in men who have sex with men (MSM). While treatment optimism (TO) may cause subsequent risk behavior, men might also rationalize their previous risk behavior by becoming more optimistic about
Greater involvement of people living with HIV/AIDS - the Ugandan experience.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D11589); Mworeko LK;;;; Institutiton, Kampala, Uganda; The newly formed Uganda HIV/AIDS Partnership whose guiding principle is the active involvement and participation of people with HIV/AIDS (PLHAs) in updating, implementing and monitoring the Ugandan response against HIV/AIDS is an innovative coordination mechanism led by Uganda AIDS Commission & is expressly
The influence of sex and gender on HIV infection, care and support.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D11593); Drah BB, Butler L, Torpey K, Benefour SK;;;; Family Health International, Accra, Ghana; Differences in male and female biology greatly affects the manner in which roles are assigned also determines how society is structured (and organised). This abstract attempts to understand how biological and social differences between men and women influence perceptions about how HIV infects and progresses in
Addressing substance abuse in the context of the AIDS pandemic, lessons learnt with urban youth at risk in Tanzania.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D11597); Calder JM;;;; Save the Children (UK), Dar-es-Salaam, Tanzania; In Tanzania , the official HIV prevalence rate is 12 -15% and there will be an estimated one million orphans by 2005. Unemployment is rising, the wealth differential widening, and the intravenous use of heroin increasing, especially among unemployed urban youth. Elsewhere, links have been established between tr
Averting the children of sex workers by increasing access to information on HIV/AIDS.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D11601); Somasundaram Thirugnanam S;;;; Indian Community Welfare Organisation, Chennai, India; ICWO works for various developmental projects focusing on women and child related issues. The organisation mainly focuses on the situation of innocent children of sex workers particularly girl children considering their vulnerability of sexual exploitation. The mental set, family background, future of the girl c
Future leaders at work - leadership development as the key component of tertiary-based HIV/AIDS peer education programmes.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D11605); Maritz J;;;; University, Pretoria, South Africa; Leadership involves personal commitment and concrete actions - UN Declaration of Commitment on HIV/AIDSPeer education was one of the most popular interventions to be implemented in early days of the AIDS epidemic. Today, more than two decades later it remains one of the most promoted interventions. This paper aims to e
The lesser stigmatization,the more access to care and treatment.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D11609); Udomsinca NN, Rungrueng BK, Archajaroen RN;;;; Bangkruai Hospital, Nonthaburi, Thailand; Stigmatization toward PHA is the obstacle of disease control and access to treatment. Many PHAs who open to the public will be rejected from either their families or community due to the fear of getting HIV and bad attitude about the disease. This has an impact to the treatment and care for PHAs when they need.
The STAR Project: comprehensive HIV/AIDS responses along Cambodia's Highways.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D11613); Srey M, Dodds A, Ly V;;;; World Vision Cambodia, Phnom Penh, Cambodia; Issues : National Highway 4, the main transport route from Phnom Penh to Sihanoukville port, contributes to Cambodia having the highest HIV prevalence in Asia. A time of relative peace has encouraged new businesses, including brothels used by truck drivers, couriers and transport workers. Sex workers and their clients
Workplace HIV/AIDS intervention program.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D11617); Lal R;;;; Modicare Foundation, an organization, Mumbai, India; The resources of the private sector in India have not been harnessed to fight HIV/AIDS. Corporate world has both the ability and resources to address the complexities and magnitude of HIV/AIDS. As a Foundation, we are putting in our concerted efforts to face the challenge of inviting companies into taking worth
Enabling Communities Practice Best Practice in Management of HIV/AIDS: using Appreciative Inquiry in Uganda.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D11621); Kyokuhaire T, Kyewalabye R, Sibeso L;;;; Masaka district administration, Masaka, Uganda; The issue is how communities have been engaged in effective involvement and participation in care and support of PLWAs and OVCs especially girls, and communities initiatives and efforts in prevention of HIV/AIDS in a more cost effective and sustainable way. Multisectoral teams of district working g
Games boys play in the shadows: sexual risk behaviors and safer sex practices of young homosexuals in the Philippines.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D11625); Castro JE;;;; Health Action Information Network, San Juan, Metro Manila, Philippines; While HIV/AIDS pandemic centers on the youth, the danger is partial towards the young homosexuals. In the Philippines , few programs or policies target the youth. Moreover, these limited attempts excluded many young people who are more at risk to HIV infection including the homosexual youth. Despite the critica
Care and support for people living witth HIV/AIDS.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D11629); Munaonye JC;;;; Living Hepe Oraanization,, Umuahia, Nigeria; Any person in prime of Life to be diagonised as having an incurable terminal diesease as a traumatic experience when the diesease in question is HIV/AIDS which is generally associated with sex and shame, lives with trauma. Such person respond with feelings of shock, fear,anger,guilt, denial and depression. It is not ea
Are mobile sex workers more vulnerable to HIV/AIDS? : A comparative study of sexual networking of mobile and static female sex workers in eastern Nepal.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D11633); Shrestha M, Tamang A, Pelto P, Acharya L, Ross J, Shrestha L;;;; CREHPA, Kathmandu, Nepal; Social mapping and size estimation of female sex workers (FSW) in Nepal have revealed the existence of FSW in certain border towns who travel frequently to solicit clients. The proportion of such mobile FSW was significantly high in Eastern terai. Understanding the characteristics of Mobile and non-mobile o
HIV/AIDS workplace programs in small and medium enterprises (SME) in resource poor countries.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D11637); Picolo e Costa D, Rikka Tuominen M;;;; Austral Consultoria e Projectos Ldf, Maputo, Mozambique; 1. Necessary internal conditions at SME s to guarantee the success and sustainability of HIV/AIDS workplace programs; 2. External support is required; 3. Sustainability of HIV/AIDS workplace programs in resource poor countries. The issues above result from experience gained during 2,5 years of impl
Establishing cooperation between NGO and PWA support group in combating HIV/AIDS problems.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D11641); Habsyi H, Yogatama MW, Muhaimin T;;;; Yayasan Pelita Ilmu, Jakarta, Indonesia; In order to strengthen the effort in combating HIV/AIDS, cooperation between NGO and PWA support group is needed. Yayasan Pelita Ilmu (YPI) is an NGO that has been running a program of care and support for PWA in Jakarta since 1994. Up to Dec 2003, YPI has been contacting with 669 PWA. Due to the in
Psychosocial dimensions of risk of HIV among female sex workers in Kathmandu, Nepal.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D11645); Nepal B, Creer D, Gurung N;;;; Center for Research on Environment Health & Population Activities, Kathmandu, Nepal; HIV prevalence among female sex workers (FSWs) in Kathamndu is 15% and they have high-risk behaviors. But, little is known about their socio-psychological issues. This paper explores FSWs social support networks, barriers and decisions on condom usage, health care, needs and aspirations. Method: Peer ethnog
Differences of Cambodian and Vietnamese sex workers in Cambodia.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D11649); Seng SW, Hor BL, Chhea CV;;;; National Center for HIV/AIDS Control, Phnom Penh, Cambodia; Introduction: In Cambodia while selling sex is legal in principle, operating a sex work business is not, but is largely tolerated. There are about 5,000 sex workers (SWs) working in brothels and 10,000 working outside formal brothels in the whole country. The majority of SWs are Cambodian. About a quarter are Vietnames
Peer-led initiatives of female spouses of migrant workers: an effective HIV/AIDS' prevention and advocacy strategy.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D11653); Martinez L;;;; ACHIEVE, Inc. / CARAM-Philippines, Quezon City, Philippines; Female spouses of migrant workers awareness and recognition of their vulnerabilities to HIV/AIDS has led them to take initiatives in addressing these issues and spearheading information, peer echo discussions, awareness-raising and advocacy activities in their communities. This paper will present t
Sexual risk reduction strategies of HIV-positive adults in the U.S by gender, sexual orientation, and relationship type.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D11657); Kanouse DE, Collins RL, Galvan FH, Golinelli D, Pantoja P;;;; The RAND Corporation, Santa Monica, United States; To examine associations between gender/orientation, relationship patterns (number and type of partner), and substitution of lower-risk sexual activities to reduce risk among sexually active HIV-positive adults in the U. S. Methods: Data are from the HIV Cost and Services Utilization Study, a probability sam
Shared experiences of people living with HIV/AIDS; Coping mechanisms that work.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D11661); Alutu AN, Menakaya U;;;; University of Benin, Benin City, Nigeria; This study was conducted by carrying out in-depth interviews with 30 persons living with HIV/AIDS in Benin City, Nigeria . Purposive sampling procedure was adopted and the consent of the interviewees was sought before data caollection. The interview questions focused on methods of diagnosis of HIV/AIDS, whether or not
Capacity building for women living with HIV/AIDS towards greater involvement.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D11665); Quesada AT;;;; ACHIEVE, Inc. / CARAM-Philippines, Quezon City, Philippines; There is a need to build the capacity of women living with HIV/AIDS so they can be better involved in the development and implementation of policies and programs that address the issues HIV/AIDS. Women are more vulnerable to HIV infection. Once infected, women are more burdened by the impact of HIV/
Palliative care programmes in the North West and Limpopo Province for the management of HIV infected persons in surrounding mining communities.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D11669); Hurkchand HP, Govender N, Gresak G, Makuluma H;;;; Council for Scientific and Industrial Research, Johannesburg, South Africa; This social science study was conducted to document the activities of existing home based care groups (HBC) surrounding Anglo Platinum Business Units. study sites were identified as community sites surrounding Anglo Platinum Business units. HIV coordinators from Anglo Platinum and Department of Hea
Involvement of people living with HIV/AIDS (PLHA) : Capacity building of NGOs for a broader response.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D11673); Marfatia VS, Ranganathan A;;;; SAHAS, Surat, India; It is recognised that holistic and continual care of PLHA is most effective when PLHA are involved in delivery of prevention, care and support services. However, few NGOs implementing HIV/AIDS programs have a clear understanding or capacity to evolve specific strategies. These issues need to be addressed to enc
Effective community intervention using traditional media for HIV/AIDS in Balesar, Jodhpur, India.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D11677); Sharma U, Haag A, Rajpurohit HS, Saxena A, Singh H, Harsh J;;;; FXB Rajasthan Society, Jaipur, India; The discussion of issues related to STDs and HIV/AIDS is still a sensitive matter in India . Lack of accurate information and the taboo surrounding HIV make those who lack access to education and live in rural areas be at increased risk of becoming infected. FXB initiated a community-oriented progr
Formulation of India - specific protocols for oral aspects of HIV care research and education.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D11681); Joshua E, Sunithi S, Kumaraswamy N, Saraswathi TR, Ranganathan K;;;; Ragas Dental College and Hospital , Chennai, India; Issues:Acquired immunodeficiency syndrome (AIDS) / Human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) is a global health problem. India has the second highest number of HIV cases in the world. Dentists are encountering and treating more and more HIV patients and oral lesions are a major finding in these patients. Though there are many
HIV/AIDS, widows and sexuality.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D11685); Gujjarappa L, Garda L, Kale R, Ambike S;;;; KEM Hospital Research Centre, Pune, India; The rise of HIV/AIDS in rural areas of India is now evidence based with young married men falling prey to the epidemic, leaving behind young widows. Lack of spouse support, stigma and discrimination associated with the disease makes lives of widows a living hell. If infected the widow carries the heavy burden o
PLWHA support groups in the fight against HIV/AIDS.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D11689); Oladapo OO, Olawale FA, Adesina VA;;;; Positive Life Association of Nigeria, Ibadan, Nigeria; Before the advent of the Positive Life Association of Nigeria (PLAN), there was no visible, independent PLWHA support group in Oyo State of Nigeria. PLWHA in the State were therefore in the backseat in the fight against HIV/AIDS. Since its formation, PLAN has been actively involved in various activ
HIV programme in Lusikisiki [ Eastern Cape].: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D11693); Spondo N;;;; Treatment Action Campaign, Lusikisiki, South Africa; Lusikisiki -is one of the most poverty stricken areas of the Eastern Cape province in South Africa . Many people from ths area are not working or have little or no schooling at all. They thus find it difficult to find any decent form of employment except for working as domestic employees or at the sugar fields
Loveship: A window period of opportunity for interventions.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D11697); Garda LF, Alexander M, Kanade S;;;; KEM Hospital Research Centre, Pune, India; This paper traces the stages of friendship and loveship through which youth in urban slums of India pass through at an early age in sexual partnership formation and their vulnerability to HIV infection during that time. Data is drawn from the qualitative phase of a study conducted jointly by the KE
The critical role played by people living with HIV/AIDS (PLWHA) in HIV prevention and AIDS care program.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D11701); Ralsun MR, Hauhnar SA, Gangte KG;;;; SHALOM, Churachandpur, Manipur, India; PLWHA play a very important role in HIV prevention and AIDS care programs by sharing their real life stories and other experiences. Project: SHALOM as a community-based health organisation (NGO) has focused on broad areas of services namely (a) Community Education and Advocacy (b) Health Care andSupport Service
HIV prevelance in 20 refugee camps measured 6 countries in Sub-Saharan Africa.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D11705); spiegel PB, Schilperoord M;;;; UNHCR, Geneva, Switzerland; Conflict renders refugees more vulnerable to HIV transmission. However, HIV prevalence among refugees and their surrounding host communities has not been sufficiently documented. In 2002/03, HIV antenatal sentinel surveillance in 20 refugee camps with ~900,000 persons in six countries in Sub-Saharan Africa was undertak
HIV/AIDS prevention project and the opportunity of vocational training for young people at village level.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D11709); Southavilay K;;;; Burnet institute, Vientiane, Lao People's Democratic Republic; Results of a participatory research among young people, it was suggested that young people are at risk of getting HIV infection due to their free time from unemployment. They spend most of their time wandering around and drink alcohol or others substances. And most of them also move out of the village to lo
Romantic relationships: Negotiation of social purity and its implications on sexual safety of college-going young people in urban Bangladesh.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D11713); Muna L;;;; Institution, Dhaka, Bangladesh; This study seeks to gain an in-depth understanding of the influence of factors in larger society, such as social norms and values and gender-related expectations on the nature of romantic relationships among unmarried, college-going urban young people in Bangladesh . It has a particular focus on the factors
Health management of HIV positive clients: A hospital based study.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D11717); Nasreen Sultana NR;;;; Society for upliftment of rural areas, Tirupati-517502, India; The focus of this paper is on health management of HIV-positive persons to maintain better quality of life with less infections. In the absence of a complete cure for HIV/AIDS, proper health maintenance is essential for asymptomatic and symptomatic HIV-positive persons for not only prolonging the life but also quality
Insertion of the Amepouh Center loadgers in active life.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D11721); Sery LG;;;; PEMI of KOUMASSI, Abidjan , Cote d'Ivoire; To reduce HIV/AIDS propagation. To reduce stigmatization and discrimination To secure the HIV/AIDS living women s autonomy Methods: As soon as the women arrive at the Amepouh Center, they individually undergo an interview during which a counsellor register the particularity of each client. One (1) month lat
Sex work and mobility in Cambodia: implications for HIV/AIDS interventions.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D11725); White JL, Sidedine L, Mealea K, Sokhom H, Crabbe F;;;; Center for Advanced Study, Phnom Penh, Cambodia; Commercial sex contributes significantly to HIV transmission in Cambodia . While government and its partners have established interventions for female sex workers, many factors driving the sex industry are unknown. A qualitative study explored mobility amongst sex workers to inform HIV prevention interventi
Juvenile delinquency: from savage spawns to correctional home, reflections on violent children.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D11729); Banerjee PK;;;; New Alipore Praajak Development Society, Calcutta, India; The strong patriarchal societal influence shapes up distorted norms of masculinity in street children. These boys identify Violence, chemical dependence, crime, sexual abuse and social deviation with their masculine archetypes, a predominant norm for the juvenile delinquents at the correctional homes, majority
Efforts to stop young children of sex workers entering in to the flesh trade.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D11733); Jayapaul Arthi J;;;; Indian Community Welfare Organisation, Chennai, India; Girl children of sex workers are more vulnerable and prone in entering their mother s profession. Their mental health status, family problems and a bleak future drives them to this trade. Intervention: The organisation mainly focused on the situation of innocent children of sex workers particularly girls conside
An intervention among children of sex workers adding value to the mother.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D11737); David Wilson D;;;; Indian Community Welfare Organisation, Chennai, India; Indian Community Welfare Organisation (ICWO) is working among commercial sex workers for the past nine years. The main theme of ICWO is to work for prevention of STD/HIV/AIDS. A lot of stigma and taboo is attached with it, the secrecy and fear makes it all the more difficult. The girl children of sex workers ar
Poverty, women & AIDS: A fatal combination for Indian women.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D11741); Ferreira H, Jacob B;;;; World Vision, Mumbai, India; Issues : Poverty, gender and low social status cause ill health among Indian women, who are mostly illiterate and too poor to access quality health care. Now, HIV/AIDS adds another layer of threat to their precarious health. HIV infection rates have risen from 2% to 3.5% among women attending antenatal clinics in urban
Sex is just sex? Sexual risk differentials among female sex workers in Kenya.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D11745); Schwartz U, Ferguson A, Morris CN, Ngugi EN;;;; University of Nairobi, Nairobi, Kenya; In Sub-Saharan Africa, many HIV programmes implicitly assume that heterosexual sex basically is straightforward penile-vaginal sex. Recent controversies about the role of anal sex in spreading HIV/AIDS in Sub-Sahara Africa, including heterosexual anal sex, prompted the STD Project, currently targeting about
Improvement of the conditions of life of the widows and the orphans of the AIDS in Bangui.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D11749); Niakamatchi NB, Kaine F, Biampeng M;;;; ANJLSC, Bangui, Central African Republic; The widows and the orphans of the AIDS are often abandoned and dispossessed of the domestic patrimony who accuse them especially the wives of witchcraft or of having contaminated their spouses by their infidelity, this situation exposes them, her and their children, to all the social risks (crime, prostitut
Lisbon General Practitioners, Women and HIV - Old concepts/New virus.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D11753); Campos MJ, Pisco AC, Ribeiro J;;;; Abraco, Lisbon, Portugal; Women in southern Europe are more vulnerable to HIV as a result of economic and social conditions. In Portugal , an estimated 20% of people living with HIV/AIDS are women. The Mediterranean Network of Women living with HIV/AIDS, financed by the E. C SI2.323808(2001CVG4-008), was set up to reduce the high pr
Socio-cultural perspectives of journalists for HIV/AIDS media intervention programmes.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D11757); Jimoh AK, Fatade AA;;;; Development NGO, Lagos, Nigeria; The media plays very significant roles worldwide, especially in developing countries. However, journalists in such countries appear not to have a full grasp of the issues they are reporting, an example is the dissemination of HIV/AIDS information in the Nigerian media. It therefore follows that strategies for a
Active media participation against HIV/AIDS does it increase access for all?: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D11761); Narayaswamy N;;;; Indian Community Welfare Organisation, Chennai, India; Present Scenario:The general public believes that media plays a vital role in defending various issues concerning the society and the country. The other alternative is to look up to the NGOs. But unfortunately NGOs do not explicitly share their nature of work and project implementation. Media is always looked upon with
Sensitization of children of HIV positive on HIV/AIDS issues.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D11765); Perumal VR;;;; Indian Community Welfare Organisation, Chennai, India; Concern: There are number of activities for children undertaken by NGOs at different levels. These interventions include the children of HIV positive people and the children of commercial sex workers. Method: The children project initiated by ICWO has formed 12 children forums in Chennai. There are about 15 to 20 child
Exchanging sex for jobs: Unemployment and sexual risk-taking among young women in urban Nigeria.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D11769); Ankomah A, Omoregie G, Anyanti J;;;; Society for family health, Abuja, Nigeria; Background The increase in the number of graduates from institutions of higher learning in Nigeria has not been matched by increased job opportunities. This has led to a deteriorating level of unemployment, caused by protracted depression of the Nigerian economy, the privatization of government-owned enterprises, and t
The role of community-based research in understanding and tackling HIV-related stigma and discrimination.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D11773); Abwola S, Hadjipateras A, Nduhura D, Bajenja E;;;; Agency for Cooperation in Research and Development, Kampala, Uganda; Globally, stigma and discrimination are recognised as serious obstacles to accessing HIV/AIDS services. Even in countries, such as Uganda , that have registered success in curbing the spread of the epidemic, in part by encouraging open and frank discussion and recognition of its existence, stigma and discrimina
Evaluating the effectiveness of using the Internet to disseminate HIV/AIDS prevention and awareness information to young people.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D11777); Mohd Khalib AM;;;; Independent researcher, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia; The Internet has become a new medium of communication wherewhole communities are increasingly depended on for information and interaction. There are now many websites that disseminate HIV/AIDS awareness information to young people. Evaluating the effectiveness of such websites would enable the further developmen
Persistence of the idea of "groups of risk" in adolescents and elderly.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D11781); Martinez I, Lopez P;;;; S, A Coruna, Spain; At first was appointed the AIDS like the illness of the 4 H, therefore affected homosexuals, heroin addicts, hemophiliacs and Haitian. This designation concentrated on these collective the notion of risk and distanced al remainder of the population of the problem. At same time, justified the discrimination
Importance of income generation activities in PLHA care.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D11785); Ndayisaba NC, Umugabekazin UM, Barajenguye BD;;;; Institution, Bujumbura, Burundi; created in 1983, ANSS ( the national HIV positive and people living with AIDS support association) is an HIV global care centre which provides anonymous HIV testing, psychososial support through individual interviews, home base care, hospital visits and nutritional support for poorest. One can only know people
Developing Volunteerism Among Local Youth To Strengthen HIV/AIDS Project At Mamallapuram.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D11789); Moorthy Vadivel M;;;; Indian Community Welfare Organisation, Chennai, India; Project: ICWO has branched out in different geographical areas focusing on prevention of STD/HIV/AIDS. One such project is TWIP (Tourist & Women In Prostitution) in Mamallapuram. This project is supported by APAC, VHS-USAID for the past 5 years. Methodology: ICWO has adopted various methods of implementing and achi
Effects of PCP Symptom Management Program on persons Living with HIV/AIDS.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D11793); Thanasilp S, Oumtanee A;;;; Chulalongkorn University, Bangkok, Thailand; Background. Self care is an important strategy for patients with HIV/AIDS to manage their life after discharging from hospital or being an OPD case. Method. The purposes of this quasi-experimental research were to study effects of Pneumocystis Carnii Pneumonia ( PCP ) symptom management program on symptom management kn
HIV/AIDS and older persons in northern Thailand.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D11797); Pothiban L, Pan-U-thai S, Khiewrod U, Kaewkantha S, Duangsong N, Kantee S, Sinsomboonthong S, Srimongkon T;;;; Chiang Mai University, Chiang Mai, Thailand; Older persons in Thailand gain less attention in term of AIDS epidemic, resulting in less services obtained. An increasing number of older persons in northern Thailand indirectly affected by their adult children s infection as well as being infected themselves. These older persons are tremendously suffering and
Perceived effects of alcohol on sexual encounters among young adults in South Africa: Dimensions and associations with sexual risk behaviour.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D11801); Morojele NK, Kachieng'a M, Nkoko MA, Moshia KM, Mokoko E, Parry CD, Nkowane MA, Saxena S;;;; Medical Research Council, Pretoria, South Africa; Alcohol consumption is recognised as a risk factor for HIV-related sexual risk behaviour in sub-Saharan Africa. However, the nature of alcohol s effects on sexual behaviour has been under-researched. This pilot study sought to determine, for a sample of adults in an urban area in South Africa : (a
Mobile Populations and HIV/AIDS in Mesoamerica: Regional solutions to regional problems.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D11805); Negroni M, Bronfman M, Leyva R;;;; Instituto Nacional de Salud Publica, Cuernavaca, Mexico; National AIDS Programs, NGOs and international cooperation agencies in Mexico and Central America participated in this project which is a model for international technical cooperation for health equity. The objective is to develop, implement and evaluate appropriate strategies for controlling HIV in the region.
Behavioural Consequences of Antiretroviral treatment in South Africa.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D11809); Stewart R;;;; Health Systems Trust, Durban, South Africa; While it is recognized that the provision of antiretroviral treatment (ART) is an essential component of a comprehensive HIV and AIDS treatment plan, much care must be placed on the provision of an integrated awareness campaign centering on exactly what ART is, and what it does and does not do for the patient.
Gender Identity of HIV Positive Women: Significance of Not-Informed Sterilization on Femininity.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D11813); Honorato CA, Glaser MF;;;; Red de Salud de Mujeres Latinoamericanas y del Caribe, Santiago, Chile; Occasionally in the Chilean Public Health network, women who are notified HIV positive during pregnancy undergo not-informed sterilization surgery during childbirth. As in cultures such as ours femininity construction is still based on motherhood, the objective of this study is to describe significances of
D15 Social and economic aspects for AIDS orphans and vulnerablity.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D11817); Mwape MK;;;; Heal Project, Lusaka, Zambia; The state of despair under which AIDS orphans live in, is a summation of miseries prompted by lack of social and economic standard acceptable for human life. Alternatively a care centre has been established in Ngombe compound of Lusaka to render education, material and social-psychological supports. Description
National French telephone line for legal information.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D11821); Morel M;;;; SIDA INFO SERVICE NGO, Paris, France; To respond to all legal and social questions directly related to HIV, AIDS and hepatitis. Methods: National telephone line created in November 1993 in partnership with AIDES and Sida Info Service. Access to the line is provided for price of local telephone communication. Legal specialists respond to callers
Macedonian Mass Media: an analysis of HIV/AIDS and mobility issues in 2002.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D11825); Martini M, Schinina' G, Manu K;;;; IOM, Rome, Italy; Considering the high number of mobile people within and from Macedonia and related difficulties in reaching them in terms of HIV communication, new tools to improve communication are to be sought. The principal objective of this research was to examine the qualitative and quantitative aspects of the Media s
Role of Peer Educators in improving quality of life for people with AIDS.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D11829); DCosta C, Thangsing C, Gogia J;;;; PATHWAY , Pune, India; I am an HIV positive woman living with the virus for over ten years; presently working as social worker at the Pathway Project Pune India . My involvement includes counseling, community outreach, training of peer educators and coordination of day to day implementing of community activities.
Inflence of alcohol use on male sexual behaviour leading to HIV/AIDS in Uttar Pradesh, India.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D11833); Singh KK, Bloom SS, Suchindran CM, Singh BP, Mishra S;;;; Department of Statistics, Banaras Hindu University, Varanasi, India; HIV/AIDS continues to spread in most of the countries of the world. Understanding of the virus is growing, but many behavioural aspects of the risk behaviour of men are vaguely documented and poorly understood in Uttar Pradesh, India Alcohol users are more indulged in risk behaviour i.e. premarital sex and
Role of Peer Educators in improving quality of life for people with AIDS.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D11837); DCosta C, Thangsing C, Gogia J;;;; Project Concern International/Pathway, Pune, India; I am an Woman living with the HIV for over ten years; presently working as social worker at the Pathway Project Pune India . My involvement includes counseling, community outreach, training of peer educators and coordination of day to day community activities. Peer Educators play a crucial role
Penile Modification and Its Impact to Sexual Health and Gender Relation: A Story from West Timor - Indonesia.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D11841); Primus Lake MR;;;; Department of Social and Political Sciences, Nusa Cendana University, Kupang, Indonesia; The efforts to modify penis have been practicing for so long in West Timor. However, unfortunately, it was very little exposed due to very less researches conducted. Project Purpose: Identifying (a) types and spread of the sexual gadgets; (b) people s believes and motive of using sexual gadgets; (c) impacts
Holistic community approach to HIV/AIDS in the slums of Bangkok.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D11845); Maier J, Janngeon U;;;; The Human Development Foundation, Bangkok, Thailand; 1) The link between HIV/AIDS as economic and social difficulties and the wider implications for Thai society. 2) How these difficulties impact individuals, families and the greater community 3) How they can regain their dignity. Since 1993 the Foundation, always with Government health workers, hosp
Nutritional support and sartorial to the place of orphans and vulnerable children of the fact of VIH/AIDS.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D11849); Mambei J;;;; Chigata Association, Abidjan, Cote d'Ivoire; In Ivory Coast , most the tainted children are fed badly. They don t have a levelheaded feeding to permit them to grow well because parents are poor. Us, the CHIGATA Association had decided to bring our support nutritional and sartorial to these children. Problem It can be appraised that every Year
Lessons of Multistakeholder Mobilization for Workplace HIV/AIDS Prevention in Dominican Republic.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D11853); Llado JA, Roberts M;;;; Institution, Santo Domingo, Dominican Republic; SMARTWork and its primary stakeholders launched a tripartite (business, labor, and government) initiative, seeking to prepare local institutions across the country to respond effectively to HIV/AIDS at the workplace. Though strategic from sustainability and capacity- building standpoints, such initiatives are c
Training patients of a psycho-neurological hospital on HIV/AIDS issues.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D11857); Skripste I, Brokere I;;;; AIDS Prevention Center, Riga, Latvia; Background. There are 62886 people with mental illnesses living in Latvia (population 2,4 million). In most cases these people are not isolated from the society and having sexually active life. They have little or no chances of getting educated on HIV/AIDS and STDs, which makes them vulnerable to getting infected and b
Institutions, communities and the continuum of care for children affected by AIDS.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D11861); Parker J, Bajpai D, Matusa R, Ghosh S, McCormick P, Fages V, Reeler A, Foster G, Bhatt P, Richardson J;;;; Development Alternatives Incorporated, Bethesda, United States; Ideally, children should be cared for by families supported by communities. When families are stressed, institutions may be used to provide care. Increasingly, children affected by AIDS (CABA) are abandoned by relatives with no alternative for care. Balanced approaches to care of CABA involves prioritizing mobi
The impact of a toll free number as a tool to help victims of rape and sexual abuses against HIV/AIDS during the rebellion wars of 1998 to 2003 in the Democratic Republic of Congo.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D11869); Seke HM;;;; Sadc Youth Movement , Kinshasa, Congo, the Democratic Republic of fhe; Issues : Many children, young girls and young women in the Democratic Republic of Congo have endured very humiliating sexual abuse during the war/rebellions that lasted from 1998 to 2003. These victims who have been silent for the most part are ashamed to come out and tell of their horrific experience in fear of their
Facilitating youth responsibility for assessing and managing own HIV STD risk.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D11873); Olowu OO;;;; University of Ibadan, Ibadan, Nigeria; Approximately one-third of the world s population is between 10-24 years of age. In Nigeria , the majority of young people are sexually experienced by the age of 20 and premarital sex is common among 15-19 year olds. This makes them vulnerable to STI infections including HIV. Although the Convention on the Righ
Challenges of HIV/AIDS prevention among traditional birth at tendants (TBAs) in Akwa Ibom State, Nigeria.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D11877); Maurice Essien C;;;; Institution, Uyo, Nigeria; Traditional Birth Attendants are local people who take child delivery outside the hospital setting in their own communities. They are exposed to the risk of HIV infection as well as the risk of infecting their clients. This is as result of their ignorance about the mode of transmission of HIV in relation to the
Peer pressure to have sex: risk factors and associated sexual practices.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D11881); Jama PN, Jewkes RK, Levin JB, Nduna M, Khuzwayo N, Duvvury N, Koss MP;;;; Gender & Health Group, Medical Research Council, Umtata, South Africa; Introduction: The aim of this paper is to describe risk factors for resistance to peer pressure to have sexual intercourse and sexual practices and ideas associated with resistance of peer pressure among young women and young men participating in the evaluation of an HIV behavioural intervention trial. Methods: This cr
The role of nursing students of consolata nursing school in combating the spread of HIV in the surrounding communities.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D11885); Kamotho MN, Kulea J, Munene EM;;;; Consolata School of Nursing, NyerI, Kenya; Students undertaking nursing course within the school are required to identify persons from the surrounding communities to teach them the principles of healthy living including prevention care and support of people living with HIV/AIDS. Students identify persons within the surrounding population to
Cost of illness in HIV patients in India: Implications on ART program globally.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D11889); Wig N, Nath D, Pandav CS, Pal H, Vajpayee M, Seth P, Pande JN;;;; All India Institute of Medical Sciences, New Delhi, India; For better resource utilization and care, economic analyses of HIV patients in Indian setting was required. We quantified the cost implications of HIV infection on patient, his family, society and on hospital. Methods: We conducted this study at Medicine Department of tertiary care public hospital - All Ind
Daily support home improves quality of life for AIDS carriers.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D11893); Deus HM;;;; CASA SERVO DE DEUS, GUARAPARI, Brazil; Since 1994, the non-profit institution Casa Servo de Deus assists AIDS carriers. Our Mission is to foster the well-being of people, especially those infected by HIV and their family members by promoting spiritual, physical and psychological health through assistance,education and prevention of disease-related initiativ
Intervention among positive Men's Union (POMU) in the struggle against HIV/AIDS in Uganda.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D11897); Tebandeke S, Sewanyana V;;;; Namirembe Diocese Health Department, Kampala, Uganda; Men with HIV/AIDS need a standard of care gender balanceConcerning also men to be worked into and by sensitizing throughMedia, News letters, Pamphlets, local Dramma and Workshops. Project: Men who have tested themselves came out positively were sensitized among all the 10 TASO Centres, which POMU exists, ca
Involvement of people living with HIV/AIDS in their quality of life and well-being.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D11901); Lynde LK;;;; The Centre, Harare, Zimbabwe; Isues: The obstacle in prevention & care programs is stigma,often self stigma,discrimination suffered from HIV diagnosis. Largely caused by moralistic,blaming,fatalistic messages in prevention campaigns internalised in the community. Leading to reluctant voluntery testing as diagnosis is seen as a death sentence le
Woman's disclosure of HIV status: a critical component of the PMTCT intervention.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D11905); Marangwanda C, Maulana M, Stranix L, Moyo S, Chirapa E, Maldonado Y, Shetty AK;;;; Zimbabwe AIDS Prevention Project, Harare, Zimbabwe; HIV-infected mothers involved in PMTCT program who disclose their status to their partners are less stressed and can adopt positive living approaches such as dietary adjustments and attention to general health, including compliance with cotrimoxazole prophylaxis for mother and infant. In addition, they are more
Inculcating the need for HIV/AIDS awareness and prevention in religious leaders in Lagos State.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D11909); Esenwa AA, Udofia UR;;;; CisCGHAN, Lagos, Nigeria; the continued spread of HIV in Nigeria despite concerted efforts by CSOs, NGOs, CBOs and international organizations poses critical public health situations in the near future. With a prevalence of 5.8%, Nigeria as the most populous nation in sub-Saharan Africa the attitude of some religious leaders, which sugge
The effect of research staff turnover on patient attachment and perceived satisfaction with care in HIV+ patients enrolled in clinical trials.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D11913); Fritsche JM, Travis MC, Shore J, Kessler HA;;;; Rush University Medical Center, Chicago, United States; Recruitment and retention of HIV+ individuals into clinical trials is of primary importance to the research that drives treatment advances. Understanding patients motivation to participate in trials is key to designing research programs that meet patient needs. To better understand the needs of res
Obstacles and opportunities for expanding access to rapid HIV testing and ARV treatment in Honduras.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D11917); Schiff EC, Rivera Scott NP, Dvorzak JL;;;; Fulbright Scholar: Honduras, Chicago, United States; HIV seroprevalence in Honduras is the highest in Central America (1.2%). Increased resources for HIV/AIDS programs and cheaper access to ARV treatment provide potential for important changes. 75+ site visits and interviews conducted with HIV+ individuals (PLWAs), health workers, administrators and
Integrating HIV/AIDS prevention into food and nutrition programs in refugee settings: lessons learned from a UNHCR/WFP/UNICEF initiative.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D11921); Mathys EC, Spiegel P, Mirgani Z, Abdalla F, Jackson R, Thorne Lyman A, Renaud T, Njogu P, Domatob A, Tweneboa Kodua A, Ochola Odongo D, Sklaver B, Tibyampasha D, Aguti E;;;; United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees/Tulane University, New Orleans, United States; Refugee communities often face increased HIV/AIDS risk during conflict and subsequent migration, yet humanitarian programs often do not adequately emphasize AIDS prevention. Emergency nutrition programs, including general and selective (supplementary and therapeutic) feeding, provide valuable opportunities to e
Development of a psychosocial/support innovating for women and AIDS orphans.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D11925); Barema IL, Gakobwa D;;;; SWAA-BURUNDI, BUJUMBURA, Burundi; The development of an innovating psychosocial support for children is an experience of the SWAA-BURUNDI/Bujumbura Agency since November 2002. It is a program with the global objective of Contributing in the improvement of the life quality of people living with HIV/AIDS and orphans This comes within the scope of
Foyer du Soleil a house created by congo alerte sida for people who living with HIV/AIDS.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D11929); Maba-Moukassa TU, Batz-Kruse Hoyer P, Kibangou N, Tchibaya I, Mikaya J, Mahoungou JP, Cognard-Malonga C, Labrousse S, Banguissa H, Bichard P, Benatouil H;;;; Congo Alerte Sida, Pointe-Noire, Congo; In a social and economic landscape which is being very distroyed, Congo Alerte Sida want to adapt his views, his methods and teams to People who Living With HIV/AIDS(PLWHA). That NGO want to over the communication to be more committed in the follow up in creating a usefull seat of work. The PLWHA are confronted
The advantage of being member of a people living with HIV association.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D11933); Djoffon BJ, Gonhi C, Kobena KD;;;; Club des Amis, Abidjan, Cote d'Ivoire; Stigmatisation and discrimination compel people living with HIV to live in isolation. They lose any body and have little motivation to work.. They lose hope in life and resort to let themselves die progressively. Club Des Amis-Abidjan (Cote d ivoire) is one organisation of people living with HIV. Th
Mainstreaming HIV/AIDS in development sectors: finding a way through the confusion.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D11937); Elsey H, Theobald S;;;; HIV/AIDS Knowledge Programme, Liverpool School of Tropical Medicine, Liverpool, United Kingdom; Mainstreaming HIV/AIDS is increasingly seen as a process through which all sectors - from agriculture to education and transport - should respond to the crisis of HIV/AIDS. While the concept has received growing interest from governments, NGOs and donors there is still little clarity about what mainstreaming me
SWAA-BURUNDI experience in AIDS orphan's assistance.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D11941); Niyonkuru J, Gakobwa D;;;; Swaa-Burundi, Bujumbura, Burundi; All orphans have enormous difficulties in general. However, Aids orphans are a particular vulnerable category. Indeed, orphans here concerned are children from families assisted by SWAA. Some are orphans head of households, i.e. children with no parents and others with one parent also contamined in most cases.
Don't cross the line - a long distance truck drivers'campaign.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D11945); Martingo C, Pereira V, Monte S, Vaz D, Nossa P, Avillez F, Melico-Silvestre A;;;; National AIDS Commission, Lisbon, Portugal; Long distance truck drivers constitute a vulnerable group regarding HIV/AIDS/STI. In order to address their special needs on information and suitable settings for it distribution, National AIDS Commission ( Portugal ), with the Trade Unions cooperation, produced a specific campaign. Based upon a st
Sustainable support systems for AIDS-affected refugee families: strategies to engage vital community resource persons.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D11949); Mathys EC, Abdalla F, Thorne Lyman A, Njogu P, Domatob A, Tweneboa Kodua A, Ochola Odongo D, Sklaver B, Tibyampasha D, Aguti E;;;; United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees/Tulane University, New Orleans, United States; Health facilities in refugee settings are often overburdened and unable to adequately address HIV/AIDS prevention, care, treatment and support. More effort needs to be made to effectively engage community resource persons and traditional health care providers in establishing comprehensive, sustainable HIV/AIDS
Study of the level of autoesteem in VIH + persons with facial lipoatrophy throughfacial restoration whithout surgery (infiltrated).: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D11953); Garcia Uribe U;;;; Itxarobide, Bilbao, Spain; OBJETIVES: To identify the indicators of auto concept and auto esteem in VIH persons with a lip dystrophy syndrome that contact with an association against AIDS and come to a unit of plastic surgery specializing in topics of lip dystrophy. HYPOTHESIS: We think that levels of auto concept and auto esteem will suffer a q
Factors that increase HIV risks to rural and urban women in India.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D11957); Wyatt GE, Gupta RN, Swaminathan S, Venkatesan P, Ranganath VJ, Wyatt L, Wahi S, Newcomb M;;;; University of California, Los Angeles, Neuropsychiatric Institute, Department of Psychiatry and Biobehavioral Sciences, Los Angeles, United States; With 4 million HIV infected people in India , and 97 percent of the population married, women are at increased risk for infection. The purpose of this study was to identify social, psychological and sexual risks for ever-married HIV positive and negative women in India. Method: After informed consent, the s
Compliance enhancing regimen must be favored: the evidence from an economic analysis.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D11961); Lamiraud K;;;; University of Lausanne, Lausanne, Switzerland; We argue that non adherence could result from a rational behavior. This paper offers a measure of patient well-being based on whether patients comply with the prescription they receive. Compliance behavior reveals patient subjective valuation of particular therapies. Methods: We write a simple theoretical m
Role of mass media in reducing health risks and promoting healthy life-style.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D11965); Kalantar T;;;; Estonian Association Anti-AIDS, Estonian Radio, Tallinn, Estonia; Nowadays there are no risk groups. Those at risk are too different to form one category. All must behave safely, but not because of prohibitions and orders that seldom work. A cleverer and more efficient way should be used a radio programme, for example. Our listeners can choose to listen and take part in the discussio
To be and to persist together.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D11969); Denis DD;;;; CTN Monar - Krakow, Krakow, Poland; In Poland there were 8443 people with HIV/AIDS registered at the end of 2003. 58% of them are injecting drug users. More than 20% of all PLWHA receive ARV treatment. There are 50 discordant couples of HIV-positive man and HIV-negative females in the country. In vitro insemination is not covered by the healthcar
The experience of carryng adolescents of virus HIV.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D11973); Guimaraes MD, Tavares MC, Freitas MI;;;; UFMG, Belo Horizonte, Brazil; It is about qualitative sociological dealing with approach in the theories of interacion(GOFFMAN,1999;PETITAT,1998). The research has for objective to understand the experiences of carryng adolescents of virus HIV sick for vertical transmission. The theoretical reference was the study of the social interations with ana
Development of multisectoral services for PLWHA in Kazakhstan.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D11977); Amanzholov NH;;;; NGO Shapagat, Termirtau, Kazakhstan; 33% of all cases in Kazakhstan are registered in Temirtau, a town with population of 170,000. 85% out of 1079 PLWHA are drug users, who often have been incarcerated for drug-related crimes, such as consumption, illegal drug purchase, stealing, etc. 82% of PLWHA in Temirtau do not have identity documents, 85% are unempl
The implication of people living with HIV/AIDS (PLWHA) in the control of the pandemic in Cameroon. The case of the Cameroonian network of associations of people living with HIV/AIDS.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D11981); Mounton Loumgam ML, Ngnie Tagne S, Penn Mbuh Richard PM, Kayo James Clovis KJ;;;; ReCAP+, Yaounde, Cameroon; HIV/AIDS is a common danger eroding humankind in sub-Saharan Africa. In Cameroon the pervasive social stigma plunges infected persons into poverty. People loose their jobs because of HIV/AIDS. Infected or sick persons are vulnerable, frustrated and unable to feign for themselves. In this context, support of
The orphans ' caring by AJPO.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D11985); Sawadogo N, Ouedraogo N;;;; Association des jeunes pour la promotion des orphelins (AJPO), Ouagadougou, Burkina Faso; Break the silence is just beginning for the orphans aids of Burkina Faso . As the Harmattan of Sahel, the wind of changing came to recover the old minds but the road is longer than the wall is higher. The orphans and vulnerable children are increasing about AIDS in the country. And this process too complex is c
Diminishing the vulnernability of gay and transgender adolescent males under state protection in Chile.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D11989); Droguett E, Esparza J, Frasca T, Lillo M, Macchino V, Venegas L;;;; Fundacion CIPRESS, Santiago, Chile; Adolescent males and minor children who are under state protection due to family crises or problems with the law are particularly vulnerable to sexually transmitted infections, especially when they engage in homosexual practices and/or prostitution. Many of these minors live some or all of the time on the stree
Curtailing HIV-stigma through the church:the Nigerian experience.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D11993); Kolawole JO;;;; TheWeek Magazine., Lagos, Nigeria; The church,as a faith-based organisation, has the potential of reaching people on a massive scale and influencing positive bahavioural change. Its important place in fighting further spread of HIV/AIDS should not be under-estimated. More than 500 churches,with thousands of branches and millions of
Experience of orphan's aid in HIV prevention and assistance to AIDS orphans in Burundi.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D11997); Nkunzimana ME, Diridiri A;;;; ORPHAN'S AID, BUJUMBURA, Burundi; By HIV pandemic, many children are left without any or one parent. Some of them deserted schools trying to find jobs and help their brothers and sisters, when others are taken in care by poor families headed by widows regrouped in small local organizations without any means to assist those orphans in their vari
Innovative approaches to reduce myths and increase acceptability of interventions in a conservative society.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D12001); Ghauri AK, Bilgrami M, Siddiqui H, Fatima B, Arain I, Iqbal K, Jafri SI;;;; Marie Stopes Society, Karachi, Pakistan; In Pakistan , the concepts of Voluntary Counseling & Testing (VCT) and Anti-retroviral (ARV) treatment are entirely new. Very few services are available in the country to cater the needs of those infected/affected with or at risk of HIV. In addition, numerous barriers and stigmas associated with HIV and STI
Determinig and defining the role of family literacy in HIV prevention.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D12005); Dlamini-Kapenda WL, Sekeramayi M;;;; National Congress of Black Women, Vancouver, Canada; Most countries have spent huge amounts of time, energy and financial resources in trying to educate their citizens about HIV prevention, yet in most countries infection rates continue to rise. Most of those countries are poor and financially strapped with low literacy rates. This paper will focus o
Cd book on HIV/AIDS.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D12009); Gosende J, Uboldi A;;;; Programa Municipal de Sida , Rosario, Argentina; HIV/Aids infection, epidemiology and statistics, prevention in educational environment, HIV/AIDS tests, harm reduction, living with HIV/AIDS, HIV/AIDS in the work environment, HIV/AIDS and prison, legal and labour aspects, sexuality, migrant communities and HIV/AIDS, Non Governmental Organizations, Municipal Pr
Collecting complementary and alternative medicine treatment data for the HIV information infrastructure program - Phase 1.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D12013); Kopansky-Giles DR, Travers A, Mills E;;;; Canadian Memorial Chiropractic College, Toronto, Canada; Goals/Objectives: A. Gather Complementary and Alternative Medicine Treatment information from CAM-HIV/AIDS researchers, CAM providers, AIDS agencies and PWAs about what is relevant CAM data to collect for the HIV Information Infrastructure Program, through key informant interviews. B. Develop a database for
The Cameroon network of associations of PLWHA (Recap+) Networking associations of PLWHA in Cameroon.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D12017); Kayo JC, Mounton P;;;; ReCAP+ (Cameroon Network of Associations off PLWHA), Yaounde, Cameroon; With the increasing of HIV/AIDS spread coupled with socio-economics effects in Cameroon , the war against the scourge calls for the involvement of everyone, include PLWHA. Associations of PLWHA exist all over the ten provinces of the country to address the challenges posed by the stigma and the discrimination o
Developing an HIV/AIDS health information system in refugee settings.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D12021); Ballard E, Spiegel P, Tabayi J, Makou R, Nyitambe N, Semiti C;;;; UNHCR Consultant, Cedar Hill, United States; An important part of monitoring and evaluation (M&E) is the design of an information system to track the progess and effectiveness of programs. Refugee camps are among the most resource poor settings in the world, and designing and implementing a health information system (HIS) in such settings is difficult
Making the invisible visible: The challenges of researching male homosexuals in the Caribbean.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D12025); White LA;;;; University of the West Indies, Mona Campus, Kingston, Jamaica; Because of strong social, cultural and legal discrimination against homosexuals in the Caribbean, conducting research to understand Caribbean homosexuality is a great challenge. Much of Caribbean homosexuality is invisible because of high levels of stigmatization and discrimination,physical violence towards per
Counselling HIV/AIDS: between individual approach and communal approach. Experience of the ambulatory treatment center of brazzaville.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D12029); Mouanga AM, Diafouka M, Nzounza RP, Tuan TM;;;; University hospital of brazzaville, Brazzaville, Congo; ISSUES : the counselling VIH-AIDS like individual approach doesn t adjust good to the context to the black African context where the domestic group serves privileged support in charge to the hold of a person living with the HIV ( PLWH ). Indeed a person s history living with the HIV depends on reactions of his communit
Non-governmental organizations in a Thai context: the complex relationship between health care outreach and HIV epidemiology.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D12033); Del Casino VJ;;;; California State University, Long Beach, Long Beach, United States; Issues : Non-governmental organizations (NGOs) have been, since very early on the epidemic s identification, an important part of outreach for people living with HIV and AIDS (PLWHA) in Thailand . In northern Thailand, in particular, NGOs have played a central role in providing access to services and for organizing out
Improvement of the life quality for the good-to be and the blossoming of the women living with the HIV/AIDS (experience of amepouh).: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D12037); Camara MD;;;; Amepouh, Abidjan, Cote d'Ivoire; the women living with the HIV/AIDS are driven to amepouh that is an association of women living with the HIV/AIDS in abidjan cote d ivoire. they are in majority of the widows, divorced persons either abandoned completely resourless and weakened by the illness and gnawed especially by the worries. the tell thems
A Movie Against Charlatans.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D12041); Mensah KA, Sabre S, Karsa K, Lossou A, Aledji S;;;; LONLONYO, Lome, Togo; Lome, LONLONYO association cautions HIV infected people on the dangers that tradi-practicians, charlatans, impostors or pseudo-religious without scruples represent. The association helps PLWA to be distrustful towards doubtful practicies in order to preserve their health state and their economies. Any newly
A new approach to HIV/AIDS prevention.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D12045); Akinpelu DO;;;; Association for reproductive and family health (NGO), Ibadan, Nigeria; HIV/AIDS prevalence in Nigeria is increasing at an alarming rate. There is, therefore, need for a multi-sectorial approach to prevent further spread of the epidemic. This challenge was responded to by implementing an intervention project which developed the capacity of private health sector in integrating HIV/A
Labor exposure to the Virus of the Human Immunodeficiency (HIV) and aerosols in an urban hospital.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D12049); Samayoa-Herrera B, Hernandez C, Arathoon E;;;; Escuela de Quimica Biologica, Facultad de Ciencias Quimicas y Farmacia, Universidad de San Carlos de Guatemala, Guatemala, Guatemala; Introduction : The exposure to infectious agents as the virus of the HIV, Hepatitis B and the remergence of Mycobacterium tuberculosis has renovated the interest in the biosecurity in health related employees. However, little or anything is known before about the occupational risk these agents in hospital centers in Ce
To die for - A beginner's guide to dying.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D12053); Ostrow S, McGuigan D;;;; AIDS Council of NSW, Sydney, Australia; Since the advent of the HIV/AIDS epidemic over 2 decades ago, we of the queer community and in fact the entire population of the world, have had to face the prospect of premature death. While death is inevitable and in some cultures celebrated, the phenomenon of death and dying is still considered too morbid a
Building your strength to support and care for persons HIV/AIDS.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D12057); Horton-St L;;;; Hubert, V. Ross. AIDS Alliance For Children, Youth & Families, Washington, DC, United States; The Strength for Caring training is to prepare peer educators, caregivers, nurses, case workers and other healthcare professionals to facilitate workshops that will provide caregivers valuable information, while introducing skills necessary to care for any patient open to a meaningful caregiver-patient relationship. Of
Educative strategy for reducing HIV/STI risks by sexual transmission among children living in the streets.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D12061); Villalobos de la Mora MG, Contreras Sosa LO, Sanchez Guzman P, Perez Ordaz E, Campos Lopez PI;;;; COESIDA Jalisco, Zapopan, Mexico; Children living in the streets are vulnerable people for HIV/AIDS. They have unprotected sex, for which reason they can get HIV/STI. This shows the need of a specific educative strategy for reducing HIV/STI risks. Methods: In order to know the possibility of transformation of the present conditions about HI
Adherence to HAART in a prospective HIV positive immigrant patients: a prospective cohort study.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D12065); Casari S, Compostella S, Zeni C, Antonelli S, Magri S, Matteelli A, Patroni A, Quiros-Roldan E, Torti C, Moretti F, Forleo MA, El-Hamad I, Carosi G;;;; Institute of Clinical and Tropical Diseases, Brescia, Italy; Poor HAART adherence is still a challenging feature, especially in hard-to-reach immigrant pts. (1) We assessed knowledge about HIV and HAART in HIV+ immigrant pts and (2) we related this knowledge with adherence to HAART and the psychological distress caused by it. Methods: Observational study in immigrant
Accessing Equality: Human rights from a community perspective.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D12069); Leech JF;;;; AIDS Calgary, Calgary, Canada; By threatening access to such fundamental needs as health and dental care, housing, employment and workplace accommodation, stigma and discrimination severely impact the ability of people living with HIV/AIDS to maintain their quality of life and well-being. Although the effects of stigma and discrimination are
Medecine constitute the first hope.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D12073); Lossou A, Mensah A;;;; LONLONYO, LOME, Togo; A great, mass sensitizing over the STI/HIV/AIDS issue organized by LONLONYO association at the Aflao-sagbado district has allowed a great number of persons to get wary to the pandemy. that meeting also helpe a great number of PLWA to come out of clandestinity followin an announce of free medecines distribut
Current treatments associated with HIV infection among members of AIDS support groups in Thailand.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D12077); VanLandingham MJ, Im-em W, Yokota F;;;; Tulane University, New Orleans, United States; Major changes are underway regarding treatments of persons with HIV and AIDS (PHAs) in developing countries, and these changes will profoundly affect treatments for opportunistic infections, palliative care, and the more proximate consequences of HIV infection, i.e., the compromised immune system. Yet our k
Strategies of silence: the experiences of African refugees with HIV in New Zealand.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D12081); Grierson JW, Pitts MK, Denholm N, Whyte M, Hughes T, Saxton P;;;; ARCSHS, LaTrobe University, Melbourne, Australia; Refugees living with HIV/AIDS in New Zealand face complex challenges in accessing both clinical services and social support. This paper uses information provided by HIV positive refugees to explore how they manage their HIV infection both clinically and socially. Methodology: Data from 33 HIV positive refug
Combining social enterprises and psychosocial intervention models for Long-term solutions for families living with HIV.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D12085); Rotheram-Borus MJ, Flannery D;;;; UCLA, Los Angeles, United States; Psychosocial solutions for families living with HIV must begin to integrate solutions for pathways out of poverty for families. Social enterprises are one model. An international review of existing psychosocial and social enterprise programs for families living with HIV is presented. Lessons learne
Harnessing Teleinformatics for Workplace HIV/AIDS prevention and education in the Oil & Gas Sector in Nigeria.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D12089); Faleyimu BL, Ubuane LA, Faleyimu AI;;;; CARES, Warri, Nigeria; Issues : The challenges that population growth, mobility and emergence of new disease has created globally today includes high demand for better health care services including accessible health information and promotion. The AIDS epidemic requires urgent, new, innovative, cost-effective and multi-sectoral response. Tel
Building an AIDS in the workplace program in developing country offices: Lessons learned from Abbott laboratories.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D12093); Richardson J, Coppens J, Skosana W, Roy R, Bhatt P;;;; Abbott Laboratories, Abbott Park, United States; Companies operating in the developing world should ensure their workforce has full range of HIV/AIDS related benefits. The challenge: getting started, providing locally appropriate responses, and managing workplace programs globally while not letting unanswered questions become an impediment for action. Compani
Confronting HIV risks among gay and bisexual Asian leathermen in San Francisco.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D12097); Chan BK, Choi L;;;; Asian & Pacific Islander Wellness Center, San Francisco, United States; In the spectrum of human sexuality, leathersex, referring to a range of sexual practices and fantasies that are considered alternative forms of eroticism, is shrouded by social stigma and sexual silence. Leathersex includes but is not limited to bondage and submission, sadomasochism, role-playing, kink, fetish,
Incorporating HIV/AIDS education into reproductive health outreach and education: increasing prevention behaviors among teenagers in Ethiopia.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D12101); Harrison D;;;; Planned Parenthood, San Francisco, United States; Ethiopia is experiencing a public health crisis among young people as a result of systemic barriers to healthcare and harmful traditional practices. This workshop will examine a partnership between a reproductive health organization in the United States and a religious organization in Ethiopia formed to add
The influence of poverty on intergenerational sex among in- and out-of school adolescent girls in Ethiopia.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D12105); Bunde E, Land C;;;; Save the Children/USA - Ethiopia Field Office, Addis Ababa, Ethiopia; Several studies in Sub-Saharan Africa have indicated a link between poverty, gender inequality, and HIV/AIDS. Within this context, adolescent girls are often forced to enter intergenerational sex (IGS) relationships as a means of support, leading to unsafe sexual behavior and HIV risk. Methods: Twenty-four
Opening spaces for women living with HIV/AIDS (WLWHA).: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D12109); Cruz-Ramos P, Villegas L, Picasso N, Perez-Vazquez H, Kendall T;;;; Colectivo Sol, A.C., D.F., Mexico; In Mexico , lower HIV/AIDS prevalence among women has a negative effect on acces to specific women-oriented services, and care and support -where available- is sometimes difficult to access. As a result, WLWHAs experience low levels of self-esteem, and high discouragment and frustration seem to be the norm. Add
Growing vegetables and flowers while learning about HIV/AIDS infection by women in rural areas in Chiapas, Mexico.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D12113); Rubio JM, Dodero JM, Aguilar CM;;;; Casa Abierta para la lucha contra el Sida Chiapas AC, Tuxtla Gutierrez, Chiapas, Mexico; Teaching how to grow vegetables and flowers to women in rural areas in Chiapas, Mexico while they learn issues related to HIV infections, health and sexual behavior in order to reduce vulnerability and HIV incidence. Women in rural areas in Chiapas, Mexico do not have resources to maintain their fa
Creating supportive and appropriate programming to address stigma in the African immigrant community in New York City.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D12117); Lugg AJ;;;; African Services Committee, New York City, United States; Stigma and discrimination among African communities remains at fever pitch. Factors such as lack of education about HIV transmission, prevention, risk reduction and the perceived burden of caring for family members living with HIV/AIDS, all contribute to stigmatization. Although African immigrant communities in
Drug-related issues in an Australian local community: a situational assessment.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D12121); Ryan J, Voon D;;;; Anex (Association of Needle and Syringe Programs), Melbourne, Australia; Anex is a community-based not-for-profit organisation dedicated to the prevention and reduction of drug related harm to individuals, families and the community. In response to practitioner feedback in relation to increased illicit drug activity in the North Richmond area in Melbourne, ( Australia ) Anex conducted
Public sex environments & cultural strategies of outreach: "The green path", a sexual venue as an art community center.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D12125); Feliciano O;;;; La Manta de Mexico, Mexico, Mexico; A Sexual Venue at the National University in Mexico was transformed in a forum for contemporary arts such as performance and installation that address stigma, gay culture, stereotypes and HIV Infection. Along with this, several performances and workshops were held at the faculties, the themes were discriminatio
Model of sexual behavior among young adult thai women: from research to action.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D12129); Powwattana A, Keller M;;;; Mahidol University, Bangkok, Thailand; Among young Thai women, there has been dramatic drop in age of first intercourse and concurrent rise in HIV infections. In all likelihood, these changes have been accompanied by significant conflict over the appropriate way to behave. On the one hand, there is growing pressure on young Thai women to engage
Smoking cessation program and HIV positive clients.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D12133); Cummins D, Garscia R, Trotter G, Turham G, Moussa M;;;; Central Sydney Area Health Service, Sydney, Australia; As antiretroviral (ARV) medications have had a positive affect on life expectency, other health conditions have become important to the general health of the HIV positive person. ARV medications may have some side effects which may increase the risk of heart disease. Those who smoke tobacco products and are
Reducing AIDS sexual risk behavior among seasonal migrants in southwestern Guatemala.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D12137); Ikeda JM, Lyman R, Maldonado TM, Hearst N;;;; Association for Investigation, Development and Integrated Education, Quetzaltenango, Guatemala; HIV cases among agricultural workers in Guatemala have been on the rise. This study assessed AIDS sexual risk behavior among male agricultural workers who participate in seasonal migration in Southwestern Guatemala and evaluated the effect of an intervention. Methods: We conducted a randomized study from Oc
Sexual risk behavior among adolescents: the role of socioeconomic and demographic household characteristics.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D12141); Gutierrez JP, Bertozzi SM;;;; Division of Health Economics & Policy, National Institute of Public Health (INSP), Cuernavaca, Mexico; Adolescents contribute disproportionately to rapid population growth and to overall morbidity and mortality associated with unwanted pregnancies. Data from a survey carried out in three states in Mexico show that 23% of adolescents between 15 and 19 years of age reported having been sexually active, increas
Misperception, fear and discrimination-a qualitative study of AIDS-related stigma among rural-to-urban migrants in China.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D12145); Hong YH, Li XL, Lin DL, Fang XF, Wang JW, Mao RM, Yang HY, Liu HL, Stanton BS;;;; School of Public Health, Johns Hopkins Univesity, Baltimore, MD, United States; AIDS-related stigma is increasingly recognized as a big barrier to effective HIV intervention and education in China , where AIDS epidemic is growing fast. So far, there is virtually no qualitative research on AIDS-related stigma in China, especially among rural-to-urban migrants, a very vulnerable populati
Homophobic violence and sexual behaviour: Challenges in sexual behaviour change for gay and other MSM in Jamaica.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D12149); McKnight I, Carr R;;;; Jamaica AIDS Support, Kingston, Jamaica; Jamaica is well known for its violent homophobia, promoted through its popular music. This has a strong impact on Jamaican MSM s comfort with their sexuality and on their sexual behaviour leading to low self esteem, conflictive relationships, spontaneous and high risk public sex, low prioritisation of condom us
Encouraging adherence to ART from PLWA's view in Argentina.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D12153); Salguero F;;;; Red Bonaerense de PVVS, Buenos Aires, Argentina; People living with HIV/AIDS (PLWA) were onlookers as regards adherence to antiretroviral treatments, which was understood as a mere compliance with a medical prescription. As time passed, we became key actors in decision-making while prioritizing our needs and rights. The PLWA Network from Buenos A
Healing hands, touching hearts, across the ocean: Congregations in Zimbabwe, Malawi, Sierra Leone, and the U.S.A. unite to serve PLWHAs and families.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D12157); Patterson J;;;; Interchurch Medical Assistance, New Windsor, United States; ISSUES In many countries hospitals are becoming overwhelmed in their efforts to meet the demand for services. Many patients are sent home into the loving care of family members, but often there are not the materials needed for proper wound care, pain alleviation, and infection control. HBC workers volunteer time to go
Motorcycle drivers as an entry point on HIV/AIDS awareness raising: osmach community on the Thailand/Cambodia border.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D12161); Bubpa N, Duttuyawat P, Sombatmai S;;;; Norwegian Church Aid( NCA), Bangkok, Thailand; Along the Thailand / Cambodia border areas, many towns exist with casinos and brothels. At Chongchom/Osmach international crossing point, the majority of men have a risky sexual practice as documented by project rapid assessment. Osmach town is encompassed with 2 casinos, markets and 10 brothels with a high mob
Depressive disorders in women with HIV infection.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D12165); Mello VA, Malbergier A;;;; Department of Infectious and Tropical Diseases / Clinica's Hospital/ Sao Paulo's University, Sao Paulo, Brazil; The number of women with HIV infection has been rising in the past years and this makes studies about the psychiatric aspects of this population very important. This study evaluates the prevalence of major depression in women with HIV infection the associaion of major depressive episode with other variables
Cooperates' Responsibilities to AIDS: towards an enabling environment to attract business investment in AIDS.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D12169); Chau TN;;;; CARE International in Vietnam, Ho Chi Minh, Vietnam; The risk of HIV transmission and its socio-economic consequences among Vietnam workforces were not addressed. This have put workers at greater vulnerability. The CARE Vietnam s workplace HIV/AIDS initiatives were aimed at expanding the prevention, care and support activities using the functioning m
Multi-network system and long-term commitment is essential in care for orphans affected by AIDS.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D12173); Sukthiab V, Thanprasertsuk S, Chantcharas P, Supalucksanasuksakorn P;;;; Panyaphiwat Group, Nonthaburi, Thailand; Panyaphiwat Group is a NGO in Bangkok, Thailand , working in a project to provide comprehensive support to families and to enable orphans affected by AIDS (OAA), to continue their education. The project started in 1995. Upto 2003, there were 156 children, ranging from kindergarten to university lev
An alternative approach to evaluating HIV/AIDS education campaigns: a discourse analysis.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D12177); Imadzu L;;;; London School of Hygiene and Tropical Medicine, London, United Kingdom; Evaluation of health interventions, such as education campaigns, constitutes an important part of their programming. A number evaluation techniques, both quantitative and qualitative, have been developed in an effort to improve the overall efficiency of the interventions. However, it is often the case that such
Reducing HIV/AIDS risk: A dynamic model of labour mobility in Northeast Thailand.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D12181); Lim S, Cameron MP, Strutt A;;;; University of Waikato, Hamilton, New Zealand; We present an economic model of HIV/AIDS risk that relates to mobile populations, including rural migrant workers in the transport or commercial sex industries. We investigate the allocation of household labor between employment in or near the household s village versus employment elsewhere, such as in citi
The effects of individual teaching by cartoon media toward knowledge, attitude, and practice of HIV prevention among people in slum area.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D12185); Choonhapran P, Satumtra B, Tanukit P;;;; Chulalongkorn University, Bangkok 10330, Thailand; People in slum area are at risk of HIV infection because of lack of health care, low education and incomeMethod: Quasi-experimental design was used to improve knowledge, attitude and practice of HIV prevention among people in slum area. Samples were 39 males and 57 females. Cartoon media, which relevant to
HIV/AIDS prevention from a Human Rights perspective.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D12189); Tep M, Kolesky M;;;; Organization, Phnom Penh, Cambodia; The relationship between population mobility and the spread of diseases has received increased attention as a factor in the spread of HIV/AIDS in different parts of the world. Migrating populations are often the least educated, poverty-stricken and the most desperate. The root causes of poverty lie in the disor
Promoting leadership for HIV/AIDS and gender.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D12193); Ngin L;;;; Institution, Phnom Penh, Cambodia; Cambodian women represent 53% of the labor force and head 25% of households, yet they experience unequivocal constraints in all areas of life and have low social status. There is a need to promote leadership in improving gender equality at all level of society and family to achieve sustained impact on reduc
Mobile populations and their vulnerability to HIV/AIDS transmission.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D12197); Tep NV, Ouk MD, Ung VT;;;; Institution, Phnom Penh, Cambodia; Cambodia has the highest prevalence rate of HIV/AIDS in South East Asia. Among the vulnerable populations, mobile and migrant populations are at great risk for both contracting the HIV infection and most importantly bridging HIV transmission to the general population. The migrant movement continues to grow
Experience and lessons from public health associations in combatting HIV/AIDS.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D12201); Jones AK;;;; WFPHA World Federation of Public Health Assns, Washington DC, United States; This presentation will review the experience of public health associations in confronting the HIV/AIDS pandemic and will provide the latest lessons and insights from the PHA community about the most efficacious approach for the future. Among the many challenges the global community of public health
GIPA, A must action to promote prevention and halt stigma and discrimination.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D12205); Garcia GG;;;; Pinoy Plus association/Remedios AIDS Foundation, Manila, Philippines; Not only the marginalized groups of the society suffer from Stigma and Discrimination but often times PLWHAs. Thus, to address the issue on stigma and discrimination, greater involvement of people living with HIV is necessary. Greater Involvement of people living with HIV in any manner accounts cha
Life Skills education as an effective approach for children-An experience from a high prevalent district from southern India.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D12209); Augustine MJ, Arul V, Arunachalam M, Vadivel P;;;; Positive Women Network, Chennai, India; Life Skills education has emerged as an effective tool in care and support Programme for the vulnerable and affected children. Namakkal, a high prevalent district in Tamilnadu with an increasing number of affected and semi-orphaned children, places a heavy risk on their vulnerability to HIV infection. The sudde
Attitudes to smoking and casual hygiene predict condom usage - Results from 502 university students.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D12213); Tatsunami S, Hayashi M, Kuwabara R;;;; Department of Medical Statistics,St. Marianna University School of Medicine, Kawasaki, Japan; Introduction of education programs relating to HIV/AIDS prevention in junior high school and high school has been gradually promoted. We tried to elucidate the concept that is really needed in the field of education. Subjects and Methods: Questionnaires on general life style including sexual behaviors were
Stigma and Discrimination towards HIV/AIDS in Nicaragua.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D12217); Piechulek H, Mendoza Aldana J;;;; German Agency for Technical Cooperation (GTZ), Managua, Nicaragua; In its fight against HIV/AIDS, in 2001, the Nicaraguan government passed a very progressive law (law 238) against the discrimination of people living with HIV. Unfortunately it has to not yet been implemented. According to this law people suffering from HIV/AIDS have the right to get full access to treatmen
Strategies of Hope for the PLWHAs.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D12221); Majumdar IM;;;; Institutional, Kolkata, India; Background/The rapid increasing number of people living with HIV/AIDS, most of whom have low social capital needs more care specially community and home based care. The resource constrained setting, community low awareness level and rapid opportunistic infection hampered the prolong life expectancy for the i
Exploring vulnerabilities & living with AIDS: Case Studies.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D12225); Sakhuja A, Mehra S, Panwar M;;;; MAMTA Health Institute for Mother and Child, New Delhi, India; HIV threatens all but hits particularly hard at children & Young People(YP). MAMTA as part of its community based care & support program in Delhi( India ), undertook a study(2002) to explore social/cultural/economic/medical context in which HIV+ people live(including children/YP), their interplay
Spiritual intervention for promotion of quality of life of the people living with HIV/AIDS (PLWHAS).: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D12229); Bhuyan N;;;; Assam State AIDS Control Society, Guwahati, India; The people living with HIV/AIDS are in the need of physical, psychological and social support, which could be improved through the spiritual intervention as it has a strong integration with the religion and the community. Almost all the people of the world with different religious backgrounds have a believe tha
HIV/AIDS knowledge, attitude and practices among trained and untrained Basic Health Workers in Nepal.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D12233); Visser HJ, Timilshina N, Dayal V, Rai B;;;; INF, Pokhara, Nepal; Between 1999 and 2002 INF has been providing training on HIV/AIDS, and its various issues to nearly all the Basic Health Workers (BHWs) of Kaski district in the Western Development Region of Nepal . A comparative study was done to compare the HIV/AIDS Knowledge, Attitude and Practices (KAP) of these BHWs wi
The impact on sexual behaviour after HAART intervention.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D12237); Omo-Igbinomwanhia NE, Wallace S, Downes A, Idehen R, Cross H, Henry G, Odiase D;;;; Institution, Tunapuna, Trinidad and Tobago; This study was conducted amongst the adolescence from age 12 years to 18 years male and female in an HIV/AIDS Centre in Trinidad and Tobago . It was designed to ascertain what the sexual behaviours of these groups were after HAART intervention.
Forming positive linkages of sex workers with the police.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D12241); Ajmera VM, Bhatt KR, Pandya RV;;;; Vikas Jyot Trust, Baroda, India; Shopping with my family can also get me arrested was one of the response we got from the CSW regarding their experiences with the local police. Police atrocities are highest on their list of woes. Physical abuse, demands of free and unprotected sex and manipulating the law to book these women is quite common. D
An assessment of the psychosocial needs of orphans and other vulnerable children in the border regions of Cambodia.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D12245); Koeu S, Carswell K, Green K, Sok P, Kato M, Sum S, Sim R, Heang C, Ten K;;;; CARE Cambodia, Phnom Penh, Cambodia; There is limited information on the needs of orphans and vulnerable children (OVC) in Cambodia . This project sought to investigate the psychosocial and health needs of OVC in transient and mobile populations living in Cambodia-Thai border areas. A sample of 240 OVC aged between 6 - 18 years (n=120
Moral and religious practices in the prevention of HIV/AIDS infection: the case of guest relations' officers (GROs).: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D12249); Ligasan SP;;;; Department of Social Sciences, College of Arts & Sciences, West Visayas State University, La Paz, Iloilo City, Philippines; The infection of HIV and AIDS has been considered by many to be completely preventable because the routes of HIV transmission are so well known. However, complete prevention of the HIV and AIDS transmission is not yet achieved and change to occur throughout the world is quite ideal because of social, behavioral and med
Working towards a coordinated response - Mapping NGO interventions in Bangladesh.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D12253); Baatsen P, Kelly RJ;;;; Family Health International, Dhaka, Bangladesh; To facilitate a coordinated HIV/AIDS response in Bangladesh , a Geographic Information Systems data base visualizing NGO responses, strategies, resources, programming gaps and overlap, is being maintained. The database, established in 2000, is being updated on a yearly basis through data collection
The threat of HIV/AIDS and the influence in sexual behaviour: a study of attitudes, knowledge, driving and restraining forces influencing sexual behaviour of young adults (students) at the University of Transkei in the Eastern Cape.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D12257); Dlali P;;;; University of Traskei, Umtata, South Africa; HIV/AIDS poses a threat to everyone in this world but more especially to the youth throughout the world. The study focused on young adults between the ages of 19 and 25 years enrolled at the University of Transkei as they are the most vulnerable group to HIV/ AIDS, and they are considered to be the highest sexu
Is there a bias among the informed toward HIV+ sex workers?: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D12261); Robinson K, McMahon M;;;; ACON, Sydney, Australia; HIV+ Men, Women & Trany s have the right to choose sex work (s/w) as a valid occupation. In New South Wales (NSW) Australia , the state legal framework supports individuals who make that choice, regardless of their HIV status. Globally, societies have many negative perspectives on Gay men, HIV+ individuals
Promotion and Supervision of Income Generating activities at SWAA-BURUNDI, Bujumbura/agence.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D12265); Nyakabwa H, Barema IL;;;; Swaa-Burundi, Bujumbura, Burundi; Since 1998, SWAA-BURUNDI,in collaboration with CECM (MutualCredits and Savings Bank), try to promote progressive self-assistance of beneficiaries and their families by financing and supervision of IncomeGenerating Activities (IGA) for their profit. This way, from 1998 up to 2003, 330 women have got micro-credit
Risk and safety in nursing practice concerning prevention/spread of HIV/AIDS in primary health care centres in Jordan.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D12269); Jeeawody H, Francis K, Jeeawody B, Peterson C;;;; Monash University, School of Nursing Gippsland Campus, Melbourne , Australia; This research explores and describes the risk and safety associated with HIV/AIDS in the practices of primary health care nurses (PHCNs) in Jordan . PHCNs are mostly hospital-trained workers including nurse aids and practical nurses and Registered nurses are not always employed in all primary health care ce
Examining psychological and social distress among HIV-infected women in Harare, Zimbabwe.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D12273); Palmer BL;;;; Institute for Global Health, University of California-San Francisco, San Francisco, CA, United States; Studies have shown high levels of psychological distress among HIV-infected women, however, little is known about the relationship between distress and basic survival needs in this population. The objectives of this project include: 1. Examining distress in HIV-infected Zimbabwean women with regard to psycholog
Condom promotion need meaningful definition.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D12277); Mohanty SK, Sengupta DR, Chaturvedi DR, Mendiratta M;;;; Institution, New Delhi, India; This study was aimed at analyzing the factors determining the actual use of condom vis-a-vis knowledge of risk factors and condom use and easy access to condoms, among the urban poor at risk. Methods: 100 migrant laborers (Male) practicing multi-partner sex were selected for the study. They had received sev
Leadership crisis among people with HIV in Bangladesh.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D12281); Belal ZH;;;; Ashar Alo Society, Dhaka, Bangladesh; People with HIV are required future leaders to organize, capacitate and give light of hope to other PWHAs in Bangladesh . People with HIV in Bangladesh are countable. Some of them are now organized to uphold their rights and formed a peer organization for their betterment. It is the effort of this P
OZONE: A trust point for drug users in Northern Thailand.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D12285); Pinitsuwon D, Inkochasan M, Longfield K, Holscher M;;;; PSI/ASIA, Thailand, Chiangmai, Thailand; Young drug users (DUs) are at risk for HIV/AIDS from unsafe injecting, unprotected sexual activity, and compromised access to services. Drop-in centers that provide services in a non-judgmental atmosphere are appropriate for reaching DUs. This study uses membership data to profile DUs at our center, track r
Accounting for the un-accountable? Discourse analysis and unwanted sex among men who have sex with men in Aotearoa New Zealand.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D12289); Fenaughty JJ;;;; University of Auckland, Auckland, New Zealand; Issues The majority of HIV-prevention techniques are predicated on the assumption of consensuality in sexual decision-making. However, various international studies have identified that a number of men who have sex with men (MSM) report experiences of non-consensual sex with other men. Non-consensual sexual phenomena o
A model for the management and distribution of home based care products to AIDS service organizations in Soweto, South Africa.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D12293); Schorn MC, Whiting S, McIntyre JA;;;; HIVSA, Johannesburg, South Africa; Health care structures in Africa are overwhelmed by the impact of HIV/AIDS, resulting in increasing numbers of terminally ill people with AIDS being cared for at home. Home based care has become a basic necessity for many communities. These programs require a constant supply of consumables used in the treatment
Condom use among the backpackers in Khaosan Street, Bangkok.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D12297); Takenaka S, Chanyasanha C, Kondo Y;;;; Health and Development Service (HANDS), Tokyo, Japan; Khaosan is a small street with over 200 small and large guesthouses congested in this small street. It opens probably 24 hours a day and provides inexpensive accommodations, foods and fun for young tourists. It is jammed pack with them from around the world, they make this street looks like a foreign commun
Islam & HIV/AIDS - partnering the Malaysian Muslim religious community to meeting the challenge.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D12301); Selvaretnam J;;;; NGO, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia; 1. Involvement of the Islamic religious community, including scholars, treating physcians and community religious leaders in HIV/AIDS 2. Involvement of the Muslim marginalized communities including Muslim PLWHA in the manual design 3. Partenrship building with the Islamic religious community to include HIV/AIDS
Comprehensive Continuum of HIV Care (CCC): The evaluation program of Sapasithiprasong hospital, Ubon Ratchathani province.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D12305); Tungyingyong R, Rajanuwong A, Daowongyard N, Phoksawadi J, Unaphak W, Noopetch T, Mabumrung K, Somjai K, Wongwandee M; Sapasithiprasong hospital, Ubon Ratchathani, Thailand; Since 1988 to 2003 had 4,482 people living with HIV/AIDS (PLHA) in Ubon Ratchathani. In 1997, the Sapasithiprasong regional Hospital initiated a comprehensive care system and one stop service to provide holistic care PLHAs. In 2003, an eligible patient was ARV treatment and OI prophylaxis. The objection was
HACI Malawi's response in combatting the cultural and religious factors contributing to the Spread HIV in Malawi.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D12309); Chirwa TH;;;; Hope for African children initiative (HACI Malawi), Lilongwe, Malawi; Certain cultural practices have been contributing to the spread of HIV/AIDS in Malawi . These practices include, wife inheritance, circumcision, and some rituals in girl initiation ceremonies. These practices contributed in making Malawi one of the worst hit countries by the pandemic in sub-Saharan Africa. Desc
Making efforts to increase home based care in rural community.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D12313); Moyo M;;;; Non-Governmantal Oganisation, Harare, Zimbabwe; Due to the shortage of medical treatment for opportunistic infections for people living with HIV/AIDS (PWAS) In Gokwe South Rural District in Zimbabwe , Home based care in fast becoming the affordable medical treatment for them. Yet little help is being given to help communities copy up with the increasing num
The dual role of income in the spread of HIV in Africa.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D12317); Desmond CJ;;;; Human Sciences Research Council, Durban, South Africa; There are substantial variations in both new & existing infections of HIV within & between countries. Understanding these variations helps understand what is driving the epidemic; this in turn helps in the design of more appropriate interventions. This paper, building on existing work, attempts to d
Approaches to assess the accessibility to the available care and support system.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D12321); Periasamy K, Kanniappan S, Allada P, Augustine MJ, Vijay L;;;; Positive Women Network (PWN+), Chennai, India; The impact of HIV is so adverse that it calls for greater attention, especially in prevention efforts. The dual discrimination of one being a woman in a total conservative society and another due to HIV status has been a great challenging task for women to cope with. Programmes on women planed by the government
Reaching men in Kenyan workplaces: creating a Positive Workers' Union across different industries.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D12325); Mkala Z, Onyango M, Purdon S;;;; Movement of Men Against AIDS in Kenya, Nairobi, Kenya; MMAAK is unique among HIV organizations in Kenya for targeting men. Men are hard to reach: many assume they are not affected; few belong to organized groups; social events and the local joints they attend make interventions for behaviour change difficult. The workplace is the obvious alternative. But infected men fear
Health risk behavior survey among the sophomore students in Japan: Hand wash related to condom use.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D12329); Hayashi M, Tasunami S, Fujita M, Ikeya H, Wakayama T;;;; Nihon Fukushi University, Mihama-cho, Japan; University requires Health Care Education to the freshman. But during the school year, some of them face to health problems. We consider providing effective reproductive health education at freshman year due to spend healthy life regardless any reproductive problems, such as unwanted pregnancy, STD/HIV infe
The provision of health and social welfare, including treatment services in Gaborone district, Botswana.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D12333); Mahatelo BM, Makgekgenene KD;;;; Gaboorne DMSAC, Gaborone, Botswana; The provision of health and social welfare, including treatment services in botswanaIssues ; Up to date statistics on the magnitude of the epidemic in Botswana , one of the most affected countries globally, are available in the form of the National Sentinel Survey (December 2003) published annually by the National AIDS
The unsafe sexual behavior on condom use of the HIV/AIDS Patients at the Bamrasnaradura Infectious Disease Institute.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D12337); Promsorn C, Termvises P, Ramgomut A, Chumpathat N;;;; Bamrasnaradura Infectious Disease Institute, Nonthaburi, Thailand; Background:The HIV/AIDS patient s unsafe sexual behavior on condom use is caused their health to be worse. Some kinds of OI can be occurred or relapsed since both the patients and their sexual partners can be increased their viral load each other. The important concern is they are likely to have some opportunities to r
Accept your HIV+ test and live positively with the virus.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D12341); Nganmou IS, Talom Yomgne C;;;; Douala, Cameroon; HIV+ test announce is always painful information to be accepted or shared with others, because patients are often embarrassed if not remorseful. But this result is necessary and important for the futures days of PLWA well- being and quality of life. As PLWA, involving in announcement of HIV test re
Mobilising male support in prevention of mother to child transmission of HIV (PMTCT).: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D12345); Munene EM, Gathenya G;;;; Society for Women and AIDS in Kenya (SWAK), Nairobi, Kenya; Effective prevention of mother to child transmission of HIV requires support and involvement of both men and women. Unfortunately, level of awareness among men on issues of PMTCT is very low. But for the programme to succeed there is need to catalyse establishment of grass root support for PMTCT among men.
Reducing stigma and discrimination: a case study on the role of the family in providing care and support for the chronically ill HIV/AIDS client, Lilongwe Malawi.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D12349); Kuchande L;;;; Church NGO, Lilongwe, Malawi; Theme: Significance of home based care (HBC) in reducing stigma and discrimination for chronically ill HIV/AIDS clients. Title: Reducing stigma and discrimination: A case study on the role of the family in providing care and support for the chronically ill HIV/AIDS client, Lilongwe Malawi . Introduction: Since the o
United States' military policy of 'Don't Ask Don't Tell' effect on gay men's health.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D12353); Santos AT, Smith DM;;;; University of California, San Diego, United States; There is currently no physician-patient privilege for communications of any kind between service members and their military doctors, according to the United States Don t Ask, Don t Tell, Don t Pursue, Don t Harass (DADTDPDH) Department of Defense policy. Gay men and women are allowed to serve in the U. S. milit
Youth ethnic minority movement on HIV/AIDS: Khamu youth and communities respond on HIV prevention and care in Chiang Rai Province, Northern Thailand.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D12357); Chunta S, Lacharojana K, Luecha B;;;; Wiang Kean district hospital, Chiang rai, Thailand; Since 1983, of the 23,237 people ever infected and 5,252 dead with HIV/AIDS in Chiang Rai Province, Northern Thailand , roughly 13 % are ethic minorities. Program to prevent further HIV/AIDS transmission, to provide care and treatment, and to reduce stigmatization and discrimination have been hampered by cross-
Are refugees excluded from African Host Countries' HIV/AIDS initiative?: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D12361); Spiegel PB, Nankoe A;;;; UNHCR, Geneva, Switzerland; Conflict, displacement, food insecurity and poverty offer fertile ground for the spread of HIV/AIDS. Many of the ~20 million refugees worldwide live in such conditions. The United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees (UNHCR) has the mandate to protect refugees. However, governments in host countries are ultimately re
Silent Fears.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D12365); Rizvi NR;;;; AMAL Human Development Network, Islamabad, Pakistan; I propose to show a documentary film on the life of Sex workers in Pakistan . large number of resident sex workers are engaged in very cheap, unsafe sexual activities due to economic reasons. Those who joined trade willingly may have done so due to extreme poverty, family disturbances, or were forced after being traffi
HIV, Migration and Security: New Challenges for Social Justice in HIV/AIDS Related Interventions.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D12369); Shah SP;;;; Columbia University, New York, United States; Many researchers have articulated the intersections between migration, HIV, and the state within the context of contemporary forms of economic globalization and new concerns about protecting and promoting international security. This presentation draws from this literature and poses questions about whether, and how, HI
HIV prevalence in 20 refugee camps measured 6 countries in Sub-Saharan Africa.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D12373); Spiegel PB, Schilperoord M;;;; UNHCR, Geneva, Switzerland; Conflict renders refugees more vulnerable to HIV transmission. However, HIV prevalence among refugees and their surrounding host communities has not been sufficiently documented. In 2002/03, HIV antenatal sentinel surveillance in 20 refugee camps with ~900,000 persons in six countries in Sub-Saharan Africa was undertak
HIV/AIDS and community development: The case of Mozambique; Local community development to improve the situation for orphans and vulnerable children affected by HIV/AIDS.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D12377); Sibambo A, Camal C;;;; RENSIDA, Maputo, Mozambique; Introduction: Mozambique is among the ten most HIV/AIDS affected countries in the world. Out of its 17 million population, 1,5 million people are infected by the pandemic while that affects an unaccountable number of people. Part of the national response has been the setting of associations of people living with HIV/AI
Internet questions reflect HIV/AIDS information campaigns.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D12381); Stoniene L, Caplinskas S;;;; Lithuanian AIDS Centre, Vilnius, Lithuania; Lithuanian AIDS Center website www.aids.lt includes information about HIV/AIDS and related issues in Lithuanian, English and Russian. About 100 visitors visit it daily. 2003 saw the appearance of internet rubric Questions and Answers . The rubric is convenient and anonymous way to get professional answer wi
Integration of PMTCT services for refugees in Uganda.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D12385); Njogu P, Spiegel PB, Aguti E, Tibyampasha D;;;; UNHCR, Addis Ababa, Ethiopia; In developing host countries, refugee HIV/AIDS programmes often lag behind national initiatives because of exclusion, discrimination, inadequate resources and perceived lack of mandate by national HIV/AIDS programmes. Since the onset of the Ugandan refugee self-reliance strategy in 2002, attempts have been made to inte
HIV/AIDS qualitative research in Kakuma refugee camp, Kenya, November/December 2002.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D12389); Schilperoord M, Ngugi E, Spiegel PB, Qassim M;;;; University of Nairobi , Department of community services STD and HIV/AIDS control project, Nairobi, Kenya; Conflict causes population displacement and consequently refugees who are at increased risk of HIV/AIDS transmission. Qualitative research, although crucial to direct HIV/AIDS programmes, are rarely properly undertaken in refugee settings. Few reports exist that clearly state methodology, results and recommendations. K
Reduce social stigma and discrimination to ensure quality life of PWHAs.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D12393); Akter HA;;;; Ashar Alo Society, Dhaka, Bangladesh; Social Stigma and Discrimination reduces mental and physical condition of PWHAs. Life and well being of a HIV positive person depends on the behavior of the society members and family members. After identified as a HIV positive they don t get any advice or counseling on positive living. They become
Measuring sexual behavior in the context of BCC approach in the area of HIV/AIDS prevention.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D12397); Haplichnik TI;;;; UNFPA, Minsk, Belarus; Background. The behavior change communication (BCC) approach, which is proved to be very effective especially in the area of STIs/HIV/AIDS prevention, requires comprehensive analysis of sexual behavior including its individual, biological and societal aspects and contexts. At the research level this implies transition
Listening and supporting: central aspects in serological counselling.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D12401); Moreno DM, Reis AO;;;; School of Public Health at University of Sao Paulo, Sao Paulo, Brazil; The on-going study aims to investigate how serological counselling is processed in two STD/Aids testing and counselling center in the city of Sao Paulo, Brazil . The goals are, therefore, to verify if: a) people who were just notified that they are serologically positive can clearly express their worries and fe
AIDS and the workplace in France The difficulties of those affected.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D12405); Morel M;;;; SIDA INFO SERVICE NGO, Paris, France; Issues:Analysis of calls received by Sida Info Droit (French telephone line for legal information) regarding workplace rights according to the following subjects:Hiring, reinsertion in the workplace, part time work, leaving the workplace, firing, discrimination ect. Affected workers meet multiple difficulti
Health education through local folk media.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D12409); Naing A;;;; UNDP/UNOPS, Yangon, Myanmar; Health education for HIV/AIDS awareness and prevention had been conducted to the community for sometimes by using existing IEC materials. But the number of attendants at those educational sessions was small and reaching partially to the target sub-population groups, such as mobile and migrant populations, seafa
HIV/ AIDS is not only a medical problem But also a Social problem.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D12413); Thalakootur Verghese TV;;;; CCOORR, Chennai, India; Social - cultural aspects & lack of awareness about the disease plays a major hurdle in preventing HIV/AIDS spread in India . Project is implemented at four orthodox socio-culturally sensitive temple towns for the past 30 months with the community support from local organized groups.
Using interactive and novel methods to educate migrant young men on HIV/AIDS.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D12417); Palaniyappan O, Rajendran J, Munusamy R, Muthuvelan S, Balaji N;;;; Nalamdana Charitable Trust, Chennai , India; On Anyone can get HIV and Condom embarassment to young men. The current abstract describes the materials and work done in conjuction with PSI-Population Services International. The target group is young men(ages 15-35 years) living and working in 9 urban port areas in
Vulnerability of women in India to the TB-HIV nexus.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D12421); Kurumaddali S;;;; Technical Resource Unit-Andhra Pradesh, Hyderabad, India; ICPD and Beijing platforms recognized vulnerability of women to HIV/AIDS and recommended gender sensitive initiatives. HIV and TB form a lethal combination each multiplying the impact of the other in developing countries. TB is a major cause of morbidity in women in India ; more women die from TB than
Barriers to strengthening and expanding care and support.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D12425); Swarnalakshmi S, Ganesh AK, Kumarasamy N, Srikrishnan AK, Castle C, Costello Daly C, Solomon S;;;; YRGCARE, Chennai, India; Scaling up entails increasing the size or level of activity of an organization. YRG CARE, with support from the International HIV/AIDS Alliance, worked with NGO partners in four sites in south India during a two-year period from January 2000 to scale up care and support services, providing an opportunity to
Risk behaviour to HIV/AIDS among migrant workers: a case study of surat,india.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D12429); Chakraborty S;;;; Iips, Mumbai, India; Migration has been called one of the greatest challenges of the twenty first century due to its serious implications for the spread of HIV/AIDS. Paucity of credible information on the role of migration in the spread of HIV/AIDS is an obstacle for effective formulation of policies and programmes to contain the infection
Social morbidity of AIDS in high prevalence districts of Andhra Pradesh.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D12433); Prasad TL;;;; (STD), Andhra Pradesh State AIDS Control Society, DMHS Complex, Sultan Bazar, Koti, Hyderabad, Andhra Pradesh, India; Introduction: Andhra Pradesh, in terms of HIV prevalence has been placed in second position in India after Maharashtra. All districts have witnessed the incidence of HIV epidemic. In majority of the districts the ANC prevalence is more than 1% and in certain the districts it has crossed the 2% figures.
Strengthening families and communities for HIV prevention and care.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D12437); Pandey K, Chopra R;;;; Institution, New Delhi, India; Issue-Building the capacities of families & the community for prevention & care. The global HIV/AIDS epidemic is escalating rapidly in extent and severity. Government alone cannot tackle this epidemic unless people, families&community also join hands in its prevention and care. Families have a major role to
Tackling HIV/AIDS in the workplace: Practise 2 Policy.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D12441); Vasani D, O'Grady M;;;; Institution, The Hague, Netherlands; The impact of HIV/AIDS at an organisational level is increasingly being realised. This includes loss of staff due to sickness and death and corresponding loss of skilled workforce and institutional memory. Absenteeism due to funeral attendance affects the productivity of individuals as well the organisation as
Life quality of women living with HIV/AIDS - the first Polish survey.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D12445); Galaj JM, Prokopczyk MM, Choromanska EE;;;; The Association of Voluntary People Against AIDS 'Be with Us', Warsaw, Poland; Deeply rooted in stereootypes related to the HIV infections in male community, homosexuals, drug addicts impacted the almost non-existence of services and support offered to women. An importand factor that impacts the negative approach towards HIV+ women is labelling of HIV related issues to the traditional
Memory Box as a model of support for individuals both infected and affected by HIV/AIDS and a form of legacy to be left for loved ones.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D12449); Nchodu A, Mabuza GL;;;; ACCT, Johannesburg, South Africa; Issues Being diagnosed with HIV/AIDS can be a very isolating experience. People who declare their status can face rejection - from parents, friends and communities. To overcome this challenge there is a need for story telling, the preservation of a legacy to loved ones, and a process of discovery. Memories and history
Importance of backing of orphan capacities and vulnerable children (oev): course of backing.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D12453); Kouadio AO;;;; Association Chigata, Abidjan, Cote d'Ivoire; courses of backing of orphan capacities and vulnerable children by the VIH AIDS (oev) reveal a fundamental importance in their school success being given that these last don t respect the normal courses due to absences repeated of the fact of their health state. With the advent of the ARVS (viral o
Improve the care and access to treatment of people living with AIDS in Southern Shan State, Myanmar.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D12457); Win NZ;;;; AIDS Support Group CBO, Yangon, Myanmar; Access to treatment of opportunistic infection is beyond the reach of the majority of the poor who can not even dream of anti- retrovirus therapy in Aung Pan which is the home of ethnic Shan tribes and a hub of commerce for trade region in Southern Shan State. AIDS Support Group (ASG) funded by UNDP
Developing country sharing HIV prevention education program with developed country.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D12461); Sinclair MK;;;; Institution, Oslo, Norway; The Together We Can (TWC) HIV prevention education program has made great strides in Jamaica and other Caribbean countries. However, regardless of how successful teaching methods are, they may need to be adjusted to suit different cultures. DescriptionThe TWC program was developed in Jamaica over ten years ago
HIV/AIDS and sex education program for women through self help group in rural areas of Vellore district in Tamilnadu.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D12465); Rajendran J, Munusamy R, Balaji N, Muthuvelan S, Palaniyappan O;;;; Nalamdana Charitable Trust, Chennai , India; Sex and Sexuality, STD VD, Reproductive Health, HIV/AIDS, Condom awareness and information of local resources. The program involved working with 19 self help groups over a 13 day period. Each group had a average of 25 members, 19 years and older and all married. A unique feature of this program was
Towards national network of people living with HIV/AIDS support group in African countries- the Kenyan experience.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D12469); Muriuki JM, Cavince Okeno O, Bitok BK, Njuguna RN, Njuguna RN;;;; NETWORK OF PLWHAs in Kenya, Nyeri, Kenya; issuesPLWHAs and their support groups ( support group refers to an organization of and by PLWHAs) are key stakeholders in interventions in Sub-Sahara African. Most of these countries, over 10%of populations are infected, over 70% of negative social economic consequences are caused by HIV infection and related deaths. I
Concerns of people living with HIV/AIDS - a prospective study.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D12473); Gandhi C, Chandra PS, Deepthivarma S, Sudha MB, Thomas T, Subbarathna AR;;;; National Institute of Mental Health and Neurosciences (NIMHANS), Bangalore, India; Concerns among HIV infected persons may vary with gender, stage of illness and the life stage that the person is in, and may also be affected by their socio-cultural background. Health care providers need to be aware of the changing nature of concerns based on the above variables owing to their influence on
China's health care system and infrastructure: Its ability to provide HIV/AIDS prevention and Care and a recommended program model to propel initiatives forward.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D12477); Adams K, Reynolds T;;;; Health Horizon, Beijing, China; IssuesExperiencing its Expansion Phase , China s HIV/AIDS epidemic is increasing in scope and magnitude. Mechanisms, led by the central government to curb the epidemic focus on severely affected poor and rural communiies with marginal provision for urban populations. Economic and human resources are limited; compoundin
Am I aware of AIDS?: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D12481); Dubhashi SP;;;; Dr.D.Y.Patil Medical College , Hospital & Research Centre, Pune, India; The epidemic of HIV infection has posed a major challenge for scientists to find measures for intervention and for health service departments to implement strategies to control the scourge. Fear about the epidemic is widespread due to ignorance and myths about human sexuality, sexually transmitted diseases
When your workplace is someone else's livelihood: innovative responses to the HIV/AIDS pandemic from the conservation sector.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D12485); Erskine SH;;;; The Health Economics and HIV/AIDS Research Division, University of KwaZulu-Natal, Durban, South Africa; The large body of literature detailing best practices in the private sector provides much material to guide companies in designing HIV/AIDS workplace programmes. However this literature is of limited use when dealing with the conservation sector. Conservation agencies, unlike companies, cannot design HIV/AIDS programme
Cultural context of mother to child transmission of HIV in the yoruba society.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D12489); Adewole IF, Jegede AS, Adesina OA, Bamgboye EA, Adejumo PO, Smart P, Adegbola T, Sankale JL, Kanki P;;;; College of Medicine, Ibadan, Nigeria; Background Culture as a way of life remains the main identity by which individuals are located within the social map. It determines behaviour patterns and directs perception of life as well as attitude to social phenomenon. Therefore, certain events involving human activities need to be understood within the context of
Strengthening families and communities for HIV prevention through reproductive and sexual health programme for young adults.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D12493); Nanda AR, Kole SK;;;; Programme Associate (Programmes), Population Foundation of India, New Delhi, India; Families & communities in India are not well equipped to deal with growing HIV/AIDS pandemic. Sexuality issues are still culturally sensitive and tabooed. Thus families & communities have little information & knowledge on sexual health, HIV/AIDS, and understanding adolescent issues that increases th
Edu-clowns ministry.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D12497); Mercy Annapoorni T;;;; BLOSSOM, Virudhunagar, India; The Red Nosers - Creative HIV/AIDS awareness creators: The complex cultural and religious factors prevailing in India , makes it difficult to unsafe sex and its repercussions, among general public, particularly among women. The Outreach workers in various sexual health oriented development programmes, usually to focus
Harm reduction, extasis and HIV prevention in raves parties. New responses to new escenes in Argentina.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D12501); Inchaurraga SS;;;; ARDA, Argentinean harm Reduction Association, Buenos Aires, Argentina; Issue. On 2003 began a new and innovative programme related to open scenes and alternative parties and raves. The Harm Reduction Program in Raves Parties Party Yes is developed by the Argentinean Harm Reduction Association (ARDA) in main argentinean cities. Antecedents of this intervention in the country are the ones i
Migrant women living with HIV/AIDS in Cambodia: Isolated, indebted and stigmatized.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D12505); Green K, Sok P, Bou A, Ramage I, Nelson N;;;; CARE Cambodia, Phnom Penh, Cambodia; Discrimination towards migrant workers is common in Cambodia , but among migrant workers who are female and living with HIV/AIDS, the levels of vulnerability and discrimination experienced are multiple. Economic opportunities are greatest in border areas and trade routes. Women migrate to these communities in s
Fostering families for strengthening HIV/AIDS care and prevention.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D12509); David FJ, Pereira EP;;;; INSA India, Bangalore, India; IssuesLiving positively with HIV/AIDS is still an abstract concept for communities in tribal, rural India . Stigma and discrimination related to HIV/AIDS is more the attitude. Organisations to look after those infected are few and the need is great. With the sustained follow-up after comprehensive training
Mitigating Impact of HIV/AIDS through Social Security Legislation.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D12513); Tandon T;;;; Lawyers Collective HIV/AIDS Unit, New Delhi, India; Lack of access to resources and services compounds the vulnerability of workers to ill health and infirmity. In the HIV/AIDS context, repeated and frequent spells of sickness, prohibitive costs of treatment and medicines, together with loss of wages due to debilitation of bread earners leaves affected families
Does risk assessment in vct counseling influence the uptake of female condoms?: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D12517); Mung'ala LW;;;; Liverpool VCT & Care Kenya, Nairobi, Kenya; Gender roles and relations influence limited control by women in matters regarding sex. The introduction of the female condom is based on the need for female controlled prevention methods that also empower women. Uptake of female condoms is influenced by the power women wield within a sexual relationship. There
Home nutrition gardens in Zimbabwe: Improving the nutrition and livelihood of HIV/AIDS affected households.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D12521); Irwin B, Parker J;;;; Development Alternatives, Inc. (DAI), Bethesda, Maryland, United States; Issue : HIV/AIDS affected households often face reduced labor productivity that results from increased morbidity and mortality and the diversion of labor to non-productive activities. If this constraint is not addressed, affected households greater face food insecurity and lower income. Description : One method of ensu
Lessons learned from assessments and evaluations of HIV/AIDS programmes in 33 refugee camps/sites in 10 sub-saharan countries in 2002/2003.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D12525); Spiegel PB, Schilperoord M, Njogu P, Bruns L, Yiweza D, Nankoe A, Brennan R;;;; UNHCR, Geneva, Switzerland; Conflict and displacement produce refugees who are more vulnerable to transmission of HIV. HIV/AIDS programmes for refugees are generally not seen as the responsibility of the host country. Comprehensiveness and quality of HIV/AIDS programmes provided to refugees have not been adequately assessed. Migration within and
Friendly Advisors advocating family and community care.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D12529); Halli R;;;; INSA India, Bangalore, India; IssuesLack of community leaders recognised by the communites for leading family and community based stigma free care in rrual India is a reality. teachers within a school system invoking the patriachal modes of teacher are an unused link since HIV/AIDS is perceived as a medical issue within communities.
Introduction of post exposure prophylaxis for rape survivors in refugee camps in Tanzania.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D12533); Schilperoord M, Doedens W, Okumu G;;;; UNHCR, Geneva, Switzerland; Sexual and gender-based violence (SGBV) is common in conflict and refugee situations. In many refugee settings, SGBV programmes of varying quality have been introduced to prevent SGBV and to provide care for survivors. However, HIV antiretroviral post-exposure prophylaxis (PEP) for rape survivors in the refugee camps i
HIV and chiild nutrition : A qualitative study on mothers' narratives on exclusivity in infant feeding practices in Ravensmead and Elsies River, Western Cape, South Africa.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D12537); Titus RR;;;; University of the Western Cape, Cape Town, South Africa; Infant feeding practices remains one of the most serious challenges facing child care and development, particular in areas with high HIV/AIDS prevalence. Health care providers promote exclusive infant feeding practices but in developing countries mixed feeding commonly occurs. This poster based on
Heath and social systems: access and availability to HIV/AIDS prevention, care and services.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D12541); Kamgue JJ;;;; Colibri, Bafoussam, Cameroon; Udidn t always have the time and the suitable training. This lowered the number of candidates for the HIV test. Our association therefore approached some medical centres for countil 1999, solely the health staff did counselling. However, this staff nselling empowerment. Methods: * Sensitisation of the sanit
Important lesson learnt from a programme of peer education focusing on HIV/AIDS and adolescence sexual reproductive health in schools and community in Tanzania.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D12545); Kyaruzi SJ;;;; Institution (Students Partnership Worldwide Tanzania), Iringa, Tanzania; IssuesNumerous papers have been written on the theme of the vulnerability of youth to HIV/AIDS and the power of peer education. We take such words and puts them into practice. Young, educated volunteers are the core of the organisation and the organisation firmly believes in and promotes their talents and capabilities.
Mobilizing the uniformed forces: Case study of the Botswana Police Service's HIV/AIDS program.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D12549); Paledi VB, Gabaake K, Tsimako TE, Mpotokwane L;;;; Botswana Police Service, Gaborone, Botswana; The Botswana Police Service is vulnerable to HIV/AIDS due to its highly mobile workforce. In addition, the nature of police work increases the risk of occupational exposure to HIV through traffic accidents and violent crime. If BPS does not succeed in lowering incidence among its personnel, the epidemic will ad
Lawanda Nauch - another form of socially-accepted homosexuality.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D12553); Prakash L;;;; Bamon Development Consultants, New Delhi, India; Lawanda Nauch is a form of dance in rural north Indian setup. There are lot of reported male to male sex in these rural set up. Lot of people in the community can be reached through lawanda nauch. Lawanda nauch is very popular form of community enterntainment in rural northern India where boys and
Developing guides for community workers working with orphans and vulnerable children affected by HIV/AIDS.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D12557); Shukla MK;;;; Institution, Ahmedabad, India; The global spread of HIV/AIDS has significantly increased the number of orphans and children living in HIV/AIDS affected families and communities. Children suffer psychological distress, face material hardship, are pressed into service to care for ill or dying parents. Less attention is paid to their educat
Information and Communication Technology in HIV/AIDS Patient care - Major Issues, Concerns and Emerging Trends in Delhi, India.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D12561); Meher SK;;;; All India Institute of Medical Sciences, New Delhi, India; In the 21st Century the potential of Information and Communication Technology (ICT) as a method to improve health care is widely acknowledged in 3rd world developing countries. The adaptation of ICT in HIV patient care has been relatively slow and many hospitals have not thought about it. These are
HIV sero-positive status disclosure-experiences from a pilot integrated TB and HAART programme in South Africa.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D12565); Gebrekristos HT, Mthethwa N, Lurie MN, Abdool Karim Q;;;; CAPRISA, Durban, South Africa; To examine the obstacles and strengths of introducing highly active antiretroviral therapy (HAART) into an existing TB clinic in a resource poor setting from a patient s perspective. Methods: Seventeen patients enrolled in integrated tuberculosis (TB) and HIV treatment pilot program in Durban,
Churches on board responding to HIV/AIDS in the Dominican Republic.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D12569); Luis D, Medina E, Perez L, Valdez C, Gomez T, Pimentel C, Mota L;;;; Institution, Santo Domingo, Dominican Republic; Traditionally, churches have been involved in providing care as they have direct contact with people. Churches have direct contact with people. They have extensive reach, power to convene and respect from the public. They engage the public on a regular basis through services and diverse community based programs
Is their a role for religion in the fight against HIV and AIDS?: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D12573); Maulana AO;;;; Kenya Red Cross Society, Nairobi, Kenya; With sexuality in the forefront of HIV and AIDS transmission, it confronts religious teachings like no other disease. Religions have always been important forms of social control, especially in the area of sexuality. As seen by several researches, religion has been shown to have a great influence on people s per
Linking girls' football to HIV vaccine feasibility studies; a participatory peer-education initiative on the Kenya Coast.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D12577); van der Elst EM, Forde S, Kombe R, Khombe A, Davies A, Sanders EJ, Molyneux CS;;;; Centre for Geographic Medicine Research - Coast. Kenya Medical Research Institute Wellcome Trust Laboratories, Kilifi, Kenya; Adolescent women can play an advocacy role to promote VCT to their peers at higher risk for HIV infection and therefore assist in the identification of potential volunteers for HIV vaccine trials. In Kilifi District, Kenya , over 1000 low-income adolescent women - in and out of school- have been united in Movin
Elimination of stigma and discrimination against plwas by sensitizing cbos and shgs.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D12581); Dolovincy KJ;;;; NGO, Madurai, India; People living with HIV/AIDS have not accepted by the family and community. The stigma and discrimination against PLWAs reduces their life span because they are denied of love and affection, acceptance in the family and community etc. They suffer psychologically and physically in the lonely situation. So through
Health Service Provision to the HIV/AIDS patient in the North West Province of South Africa.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D12585); Greeff M, Du Plessis E, Motelle L, Minnie K, Steyn DM, Du Preez A, Koen D, Pienaar A;;;; Potchefstroom Campus North West University, Potchefstroom, South Africa; The Potchefstroom University focus its research and community service on HIV/AIDS patients in the North West Province in South Africa where the HIV prevalence is still rising. The main focus is on health service provision in the community with areas of concern: Comprehensive health care provision; subordina
Innovations in diary methods to study young adults' sexual risk.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D12589); O'Sullivan LF, Patel VL, McCrudden MC;;;; HIV Center for Clinical and Behavioral Studies, Columbia University, New York, United States; Daily diary methods are used extensively in the study of interpersonal relationships (Duck, 1991), and more recently, in studies of the sexual risk behavior (O Sullivan et al., 2002). An advantage of this method over other retrospective surveys is that it permits sampling across events over an extended peri
Mpilonhle-Mpilonde - Formative work for a research-informed intervention addressing the health needs of hostel and informal settlement residents in inner-city Johannesburg.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D12593); Sikhauli EM, Oliff M, Gardner JB, Vearey JL;;;; Reproductive Health Research Unit, Johannesburg, South Africa; In the past, South African labour practices supported the large scale movement of men and the establishment of single sex hostels. The Government-run hostels in inner-city Johannesburg still exist and residents continue to live under poor conditions. These highly mobile men, at high risk of being infected with
Emerging challenges facing OVC programmes in the face of HIV/AIDS epidemic in South Africa.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D12597); Moonilal R;;;; Institution, Mafikeng, South Africa; This paper provides insights on the emerging challenges in respect of psycho-social care and support of orphans in South Africa . The paper poignantly addresses the social - cultural aspects related to the Family in the South African context,as well as the Social Policy imperatives. The paper is ba
The development and implementation of the national BCI strategy for HIV/AIDS/SRH in Malawi: An evidence -based approach to planning strategic behaviour change interventions.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D12602); Chizimba R, Kamkwamba H, Nkhoma J, Deutsch B, Chauluka W;;;; National AIDS Commission, Lilongwe , Malawi; In Malawi , communication activities achieved high knowledge about HIV/AIDS, but had little impact on behaviour. Past IEC was not evidence-based, lacked a systematic approach to development and was not well coordinated among partners. The National AIDS Commission and Ministry of Health identified a need for a s
Access for all: Challenges for Africa.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D12606); Chishimba S, Zulu F, Nguni G;;;; Commonwealth ACT, Lusaka, Zambia; Significant strides have been recorded to establish the causal-effect relationships of HIV/AIDS. Critical to grapple with HIV/AIDS, is accessibility to: Behaviour Change Interventions (BCIs), supportive messages for PLWA, legal aid, care and support for OVCs and other survivors, treatment of STIs, palliative ca
HIV prevention among young people.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D12610); Burganova YV, Kondrashova EL;;;; Center of Studying of Public Opinion and Sociological Researches, Yaroslavl, Russian Federation; The number of people living with AIDS is growing rapidly now, but what is terrifying that this diagnosis is becoming younger . By the fist of January 2004 approximately 10% of all the infected people were children and teenagers. The program of our Center is aimed just at the youth. Our work in the field of HIV/
Home based care: Strategy for care and support to people living With HIV & AIDS/PABAS.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D12614); Adenuga OO;;;; Fbo, Lagos, Nigeria; The Redeemed Aids Programmed Action Committee (RCCG/RAPAC) is a faith-based organization that carry out activities in the Church. Since the beginning of the AIDS epidemic,PLWHA had continued to experience opposition from their community that isolates them and Church is no exception. The need for HBC arose due t
Women's Information Network: peer empowerment of disadvantaged, HIV impacted women to overcome substance use and take charge of their lives.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D12618); Love G, Boyer A;;;; Womens' Information Network, New York, United States; Many disadvantaged women infected with or at risk for HIV remain in the shadows because of substance use or helpless apathy. The Women s Information Network, begun in 1998, is a peer-driven group of such HIV in/affected women in recovery. Our mission is to empower, support and act as role models fo
A case study on HIV/ AIDS prevalence trends in Kisumu district in Kenya at the example of the Luo community's cultural inflictions and afflictions.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D12622); Atinga Kwame JM;;;; Inter Generation Link, Kisumu, Kenya; BackgroundHIV/ AIDS epidemic in Kenya began in the arly 1980s. Twenty years later there is still misunderstanding what exactly HIV/ AIDS is, how it affects the body and how it is transmitted. despite massive research around the world, it is important to note that as of today, there is no cure, and it is ultimately fata
Community OVC care coalitions - Expanding indigenous support for OVCs in Uganda.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D12626); Mayanja G;;;; World Vision Uganda, Kampala, Uganda; As the numbers of orphans rise across the globe, indigenous institutions and groups have become indispensable in delivering integrated, equitable and quality essential services to orphans and vulnerable children (OVC) affected by HIV/AIDS. They provide services, resources and advocacy for OVCs. They are willing
Circumstances of HIV-positive women in Denmark.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D12630); Salinas PS;;;; HIV-Danmark , Copenhagen, Denmark; The situation of HIV-positive women in Denmark - their options, their work conditions and their quality of life. Presentation (based on personal experience as a volunteer) of psychosocial programs offered by the HIV-Danmark organization: HIV-positive women s support groups HIV network for the HIV-positive, an outreach
Gender and autonomy in perceptions of HIV-infection risk among ethnic minorities.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D12634); Gladwin H, Goraczko AR, Fernandez PB, Darrow WW;;;; Institute for Public Opinion Research, Florida International University, Miami, United States; Lack of autonomy, power, and control (often associated with marriage-related financial dependence) have been shown to increase vulnerability to HIV infection for women. We assessed the effect of financial resources and marriage on male vs. female perceptions of HIV risk. Methods: Data were collected via a c
HIV/AIDS and agricultural production in sub-Saharan Africa: an empirical study of farm households in Zambia.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D12638); Larson BA, Hamazakaza P, Kapunda C, Rosen S;;;; University of Connecticut, Storrs, United States; HIV/AIDS is expected to have large and negative impacts on household agricultural production in Africa, resulting in reduced incomes and food security, yet little statistical analysis exists that quantifies such impacts based on a representative sample of a well-defined population. The main objective of this study is t
Training in home-based health care as an strategy to decrease impact of HIV/AIDS on families. Report of an educational program developed in Lima, Peru.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D12642); Cabello R, Hidalgo J, Chirinos P;;;; Via Libre, Lima, Peru; Our program was motivated by the growing need of many families for information and skills acquisition for providing basic health care at home. This is especially important in countries like Peru , where access to treatment and medical care for HIV-positive persons is limited, and morbidity is high.
Strengthening HIV/AIDS interventions during voluntary repatriation: the Angolan experience.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D12646); Bruns LC, de Jong E, Spiegel P;;;; UNHCR, Pretoria, South Africa; Countries hosting Angolan refugees in southern Africa have higher HIV prevalence rates than Angola. Proxy indicators and field observations indicate that Angolan refugees likely have lower prevalence rates than their surrounding host communities and higher rates than populations in their areas of origin. HIV di
Comprehensive care and support program tro PLWHAs; An experience in a resource poor setting.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D12650); Abraham J, Joy A;;;; Center For Development Initiatives, Thane, India; Comprehensive care and support services for HIV/AIDS continue to remain out of reach for majority of the PLWHAs. The distance of service delivery centers from the place of stay, travel cost, overcrowded or inadequate transport systems, loss of daily wages, attitude of service providers, lack of trust in the ava
Domestic violence and HIV prevalence among the married couples in Uganda.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D12654); Tuhairwe-Bataringaya D;;;; Makerere Institute of Social Research, Kampala, Uganda; This paper is based on documentation of the experiences of domestic violence in families that have contributed to the prevalence of HIV infection among the married people. Methodology: a thorough documents review is being employed. Results: 1,050,555 people are said to be living with HIV/AIDS of whom 51% ar
Comprehensive HIV prevention and care in Bukavu, Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) - Medecins sans frontieres (MSF) program implementation in the context of chronic war and a failing healthcare system.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D12658); Tu D, Kos N, Culbert H, Migabo K, Amisi T;;;; MSF Holland, Amsterdam, Netherlands; The city of Bukavu, like other cities in the DRC, exists in an environment of chronic conflict and recurrent episodes of humanitarian crisis. This has resulted in the near collapse of most social structures, including healthcare. Risk factors for the spread of HIV abound, and HIV prevalence is estimated at 10%.
The reality for orphaned and vulnerable children in a poor rural community.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D12662); Skinner D, Mfecane S, Nkomo N, Makgoba S;;;; HSRC, Cape Town, South Africa; The challenge presented by orphaned and vulnerable children (OVC) is a major focus area for the HIV epidemic. There is a need for knowledge on the real current situation of these children, which can be used to develop sustainable interventions. This description of the situation of OVC in Kopanong,
The older men and HIV/AIDS: a case of Zambia.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D12666); Mwenge L, Katuta C;;;; The Univrsersity of Zambia, Lusaka, Zambia; It has been observed that the older men are not taking part in the fight against HIV/AIDS. No one considers the old men to be at risk. This could not be more false. Everybody is at risk, especially those who are sexually active, and are not educated on ways to prevent themselves from contracting the virus. The
Struggle of people living with HIV/AIDS in Orissa -India.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D12670); Kumar S, Lenka PK;;;; Orissa Network of People, Orissa, India; HIV hit rich and poor. The failure in prevention strategy by the Government, lead to increased stigma and discrimination towards people living with HIV/AIDS and increase in infection rate. HIV exists since last 18 years in India , but till date there is no active NGO working for HIV/AIDS care and support no
Enhancing end of life care for people living with HIV/AIDS in Northern Thailand.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D12674); Srithanaviboonchai K, Nantachaipan P, Saetang P, Nakklinkool S, Jaikuankaew M, Apsornthanasombat T, Potjanamart C, Wutti S;;;; The Office of Disease Prevention and Control Region 10, Chiang Mai, Thailand; The risk that HIV/AIDS patients could become critically ill and die was very high. The increasing number of death triggered more interest in end of life care but fear of the infected disrupted the care system. Methods: This developmental research aim to develop end of life care model for people infected wit
Community response against HIV/AIDS - A case study of Onitsha, Anambra State of Nigeria.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D12678); Nnamdi-Okagbue RU, Agusiobo N, Osotimehin B, Achebe A;;;; Institution, Lagos, Nigeria; Onitsha with population of over a million is location of the largest market in West Africa. Though the HIV prevalence in Onitsha is put at 6.5% above the national prevalence of 5.8% (2001) a lot of denial and complacency still prevails in the community. While a lot of AIDS-related deaths have been reported, the
Lessons learned in transnational HIV/AIDS preventionamong mobile populations in the Greater Mekong Subregion (GMS).: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D12682); Chander S, Amayun MB;;;; World Vision Asia Regional Office, Singapore, Singapore; Reducing HIV vulnerability in migrant populations can only be done through the concerted actions of governments and communities involved. Recent work in the Greater Mekong Subregion ( Cambodia , Lao PDR, Myanmar , Vietnam and Yunnan Province of the People s Republic of
Awareness Raising on HIV/AIDS Prevention for the Hmong Tribe in Chiang Mai, Thailand.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D12686); Srimongkol TS;;;; Insititution, Chiang Mai, Thailand; More than 21 cases of PWHAs were reported after PPAT began working on HIV/AIDS prevention and alleviation in 17 Hmong villages. Further, according to some key-informants, there were at least 10 unreported cases. It was gathered that the spread of HIV/AIDS in the Hmong Tribe villages is due to three
Assessing the influence of contextual constraints and psychological well-being on perceived HIV risk: a look at low-income African American and Latina women.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D12690); Sanders-Phillips K, Jipguep MC;;;; Howard University - PEPDA, Washington DC, United States; In the US, the issues confronting ethnic minority groups in relation to HIV/AIDS have been neglected. Low-income minority women face multiple forms of oppression related to their race/ethnicity, social class, and gender. These factors may have interactive effects on their perceived HIV risk and ability to e
Coffee health and VIHDA, first site interactive coffee tematic on AIDS/HIV and others STD's.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D12694); Luna ML, Quintero PQ, Montano MM, Rodriguez AR, Garcia AG, Zamudio IZ, Salazar MS, Salazar SS, Quintero KQ, Pascual JP, Valdes MV;;;; Cappsida A.C., Distrito Federal, Mexico; In spite of that past more than 20 years of the principle of the epidemic of the AIDS in Mexico , the number of cases in young people is increased of important form. To initiative of CAPPSIDA A. C. development this integral proposal of information with the creation of the first interactive coffee site dire
The greater involvement of People living with HIV/AIDS in policy and decision-making: Findings from a five-country study.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D12698); Magaz PM, Stephens D, Hardee K;;;; The Policy Project/CEDPA, Washington DC , United States; 1. GIPA in Policy-making (Abstract - option 2) This workshop will present findings of a five-country study - Benin , Brazil , Cambodia , South Africa and Ukraine - on the influence of the greater involvement of people living
Efficiency and equity of Cameroon's HIV/AIDS response.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D12703); Yomi G, Fondja Guy Aime FG, Mudubu Konande Leon MK;;;; Institute of Researsch and Behavioural Studies (IRESCO), Yaounde, Cameroon; Cameroon responded very early to the HIV/AIDS epidemic. Since 1987, numerous actions aimed at stopping the spread of the epidemic have been implemented. Contrary to expectations, prevalence has been rising, from 0.5% in 1987 to about 12% in 2001. Moreover, this overall figures conceals significant dispariti
Behavioural KAP survey of women migrant living in the surrounding communities of coal, gold and diamond mining complexes in South Africa and Botswana.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D12707); Molapo M, Molefe N, Hurkchand H, Makuluma H, Segobye A;;;; CSIR-Miningtek, Auckland Park, Johannesburg, South Africa; Background : The historical and current contribution of migrancy to the epidemic spread of infectious diseases and sexually transmitted diseases (other than HIV) in Southern Africa is well documented, particularly among migrant mineworkers. The advent of the HIV virus is now contributing in the perpetuation of this tre
Emerging theme: the stigma issue.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D12710); OlaOlorun FM, Lawoyin TO, Faseru B, McQueen KM, Guest G;;;; University College Hospital, Ibadan, Nigeria; Stigma is a major setback in the control of HIV/AIDS because it prevents people from coming forward for testing, and from disclosing their HIV status if found to be positive. It also prevents PLWHAs from seeking appropriate medical care, psychosocial support and counselling. The main objective of this study
An action plan to brighten orphans' future.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D12714); Appaix O, Hejoaka F, Dekens S, Freire S, Groppo P, Mercy M;;;; Ecoles des Hautes Etudes en Sciences Sociales, Paris, France; Orphelins Sida International, an NGO working on the issue of orphanhood resulting from HIV/AIDS, is reviewing all strategies implemented to cope with the orphan crisis spurred by HIV/AIDS, including other causes of orphanhood. The final objective is to identify the most promising responses and the strategies needed to
Social support.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D12718); Frumer A, Tamuz L, Ohana E;;;; Israel Aids Task Force, Tel Aviv, Israel; Medical treatment allows people living with HIV/AIDS to enjoy an optimist future today more then ever. Nevertheless PLWA and their families face difficulties other then physical illness and death. As medical progress provides the opportunity to lead long lives, its affect on the need to deal with social and emot
Comparative study on the AIDS programs of the two congolese Red Cross national societies.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D12722); Akadiri VR;;;; Federation of Red cross, Kinshasa, Zaire; Content: The study is based on: The context (armed conflicts, sexual violence, populations movement); The prevalence; The policies of the governments (Red Cross role);The objectives of the national societies Aids programs; The Plans of actions and strategies (2004 a 2008); The activities, the results and the lessons le
Intervention using female condom in a Harm Reduction Project.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D12726); Araujo PJ, Andreazzi RC, Gomes RR, Theodosio SB, Francatto GH, Zuniga V, Anselmo L, Oliveira MA, Sanches MS, Khater J, Lima JR, Maerrawi IE;;;; Sao Vicente Health Secretary, Sao Vicente, Brazil; Drug users are vulnerable to HIV infection either when they inject or when they pratice unsafe sex. In Sao Paulo State, there are 92585 notified Aids cases, 69617 among men and 22968 among women. Almost 40% of these women were infected by praticing unsafe sex with injecting drug users partners. Setting: Sao Vice
Risky business: sexual behavior among a high-risk population in Malawi.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D12730); Parker BA, Laver S, Zondetsa L, Moses P;;;; Save the Children US, Lilongwe, Malawi; Despite high levels of HIV/AIDS knowledge, unprotected intercourse between tavern/bar workers and customers is commonplace in Malawi . The norms of the bar/tavern setting encourage alcohol abuse and transactional sex. Poverty drives bar workers to accept sex without condoms, since clients pay double for this se
Challenges of scaling up nutritional supplement programs for PLWHAs: The TASO-Uganda experience.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D12734); Muzoora Henry WH, Coutinho AG, Mugume Alex A;;;; The AIDS Support Organisation(TASO), Kampala, Uganda; Scaling up nutritional supplements among PLWHAs is challenging. Contingencies are needed to ensure proper implementation. There is need for flexibility and adequate planning to avoid bad consequences. Challenges emerge during a nutritional supplement program. They involve mobilising beneficiaries,
HIV/AIDS educational workshops for teachers, leaders, and health care workers in a peri-urban community in Uganda.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D12738); Eagan SA, Okonsky JG, Walusimbi ML;;;; Case Western Reserve University, Cleveland, United States; A critical component to the continued fight against HIV/AIDS is the education of health care workers and the community. In 2002, Walusimbi conducted research on nurses caring for HIV/AIDS patients in Mulago Hospital, Kampala, Uganda and found a knowledge deficit among them. Ninety-six percent of the nurses felt
Promoting the use of traditional medicine in meeting health care needs of older people caring for people with HIV/AIDS and vulnerable children.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D12742); Kuntasuk W, Khiewrord U;;;; Northnet Foundation, Chiang Mai, Thailand; In Thailand , the majority of people living with HIV/AIDS (PHA) and children whose parents have died of AIDS are cared for by family members. Older persons are often the main carers of PHA during terminal stages of illness. In addition, raising AIDS orphans is another responsibility, which is thrust on them. Th
Mobilizing the Leadership of Red Cross in developing workplace policies and programs for staff and volunteers in 14 countries in Eastern Africa.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D12746); Couteau PC, Adunga SA, Mohamed AM;;;; International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies, Nairobi, Kenya; The Red Cross as a grassroots organization has been living with the virus for many years but never took necessary measures to prevent the spread of the virus, nor to develop care and support mechanisms for its staff and volunteers. Two years ago, the Regional Red Cross office for Eastern Africa initiated a regio
HIV prevention and care - Strengthening families (experience from Tanzania) - D 20.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D12749); Kaka R;;;; Women Fighting AIDS in Tanzania (WOFATA) - Mpwapwa District Branch, Mpwapwa - Dodoma, Tanzania; Home nursing was reported by 60% of respondents compared to hospital nursing 10/100. More AIDS death occurred at homes 60%(60/100)than in hospitals 15/100 (15%). In general, 20/100 (20%) of AIDS orphans have been actively involved in caring for the sick parent 10/100 (10%) of AIDS orphans reported seeing their m
Social and cultural barriers to long-term HIV care: a case report.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D12752); Mukuka I, Chi BH, Stringer EM, Wamulume C, Luhanga D, Stringer JS, Sinkala M;;;; Centre for Infectious Disease Research in Zambia, Lusaka, Zambia; Though long-term HIV care has started in sub-Saharan Africa, many barriers still exist. The following is a case report from Lusaka, Zambia highlighting these obstacles. FM was pregnant at 23 weeks when she tested HIV-positive and enrolled in our HIV/AIDS treatment program. Though her husband was 30
Changes in sexual behaviour due to mobility: gender differences in Tanzania.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D12755); Vissers DC, White RG, Kishamawe C, Isingo R, Zaba B, Habbema JD, Urassa M;;;; Erasmus University Rotterdam, Rotterdam, Netherlands; Mobility is associated with increased sexual risk behaviour and higher HIV incidence. We assessed how mobility is related to risk behaviour and HIV incidence, with special reference to gender. Methods: Sexual behaviour, socio-economic characteristics and HIV status of adults aged 15-54 years were collected
Establishing PLWA groups in Northern Nigeria through advocacy.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D12758); Musa EA, Ikwue M, Gundu LD, Sev S;;;; Organization for Positive Productivity (OPP), Abuja, Nigeria; Actively involving people living with HIV and AIDS (PLWA) in HIV/AIDS interventions in Northern Nigeria has been regarded as difficult in view of various cultural and religious factors prevalent in the area. However, PLWA groups and the Network of PLWA in Nigeria (NEPWHAN) have employed advocacy as a strategy f
Vulnerability of women in Tamil Nadu need special focus.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D12760); Sugantha MK;;;; South India AIDS Action Programme (Siaap), Chennai, India; Background:Among the districts of Tamilnadu, ( India ) Namakkal is considered to be the epicenter of HIV/ AIDS. married aged between 19 - 35 and with very young children living with husbands suffer severe physical and mental trauma and discrimination from families, health care providers and the community.
Access to healthcare: impacting the TRANS communities.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D12763); Baskerville LS;;;; transGenesis Social Services, Chicago, ILLinois, United States; Trans persons face numerous comple medical, psychological, stigma, and social issues. Aditionally, Trans persons have specific health care needs, and seeking health care from primary care providers in increasing numbers. Lack of training in basic Trans health care and social stigma play a significant role in the creati
Experiences of people living with HIV in defense forces in India.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D12766); Kumar S;;;; Orissa Network of PPeople, Orissa, India; A lot of people in Defense force are infected with HIV since many people at Defense Forces has to leave their families and have to work where they are posted. many people practice unsafe sexual practice and later land with HIV infection. Many of my friends have even married without informing their spouse their HIV stat
Quality of Life for People With HIV/AIDS Tanzania - Experience from Tanzania National Network of People With HIV/AIDS (TANEPHA) D - 2.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D12769); Chihimba M;;;; Tanzania NAtional Network of People with HIV/AIDS (TANEPHA), Dar es Salaam, Tanzania; Tanzania is the country with biggest burden of HIV/AIDS in Africa, benefiting from creating unifying voice for advocacy/lobbying to improve quality of life among PLHAs. TANEPHA formed out of strong need to break social stigma and isolation that was subjected to PLHAs. At that time Culture never helped the PLHAs
VCCT intervention, a must for grassroots communities.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D12772); Daniel AC;;;; NPF of UNDP, Lagos, Nigeria; With a national prevalence of 5.8% and some regional prevalence as high as 13.5 % Nigeria ranks 2nd in sub Saharan Africa with 3.5million people living with HIV/AIDS. The infection is fast eroding life expectancy and affecting the reproductive/economically viable age group. 90% of HIV interventions are preventi
Encouraging hospitals in Tamil Nadu to treat PLHAs.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D12774); Natraj N;;;; South India AIDS Action Programme (Siaap), Chennai, India; Of about 3000 public and private hospitals in Tamil Nadu equipped to treat OIs, only about 20 treat PLHAs. These are overcrowded and health care providers (HCP) over burdened. PLHAs spend significant time and money accessing facilities. Though drugs and doctors are available nearby hospitals refuse to treat
Characteristics of people living with HIV/AIDS in the western region of Puerto Rico and gaps in the services provided to them.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D12776); Asencio-Toro G, Pimentel D;;;; Inter American University of PR, San German, Puerto Rico; Prior to the Enhancing Care Initiative there was no research about PLWHA or evaluation of their services in the Western Region of Puerto Rico . No agencies had systematic information about PLWHA s background, social support, depression, needs, knowledge of AIDS, or lifestyles. Enhancing Care Initiative of P
Behaviour assessment of blood donors facing the risk of HIV infection, abidjan, Cote d'ivoire, 2001-2002.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D12778); Minga KA, Huet C, Abo Y, Dohoun HL, Bonard D, Gourvellec G, Coulibaly A, Konate S, Dabis F, Salamon R;;;; PAC-CI PROGRAM, Abidjan, Cote d'Ivoire; Despite precautions taken to guarantee blood safety, in the National Blood Transfusion Center (CNTS) of Abidjan, about 30 regular blood donors are detected with HIV seroconversion each year, two-thirds being men. Methods: A survey through face to face interview was carried out at the CNTS of Abidjan from Se
Involvement of people living with HIV/AIDS.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D12780); Sapali A;;;; Association of AIDS Widows in Tanzania (AWITA), Dar es Salaam, Tanzania; How can ordinary everyday people with limited time and resources help support and improve the quality life of PLHAS? National Network of Tanzanian Women With HIV/AIDS(NETWO+) was organized to provide information (National and International), care and support for Women+ in the country (Tanzania) as i
Methodological issues using KAP surveys in studying HIV/STI related knowledge and behaviours among adolescents in urban slums in Nigeria.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D12782); Adedimeji AA, Jagha TO, Alawode OO;;;; London School of Hygiene and Tropical Medicine, London, United Kingdom; Studies of reported sexual and reproductive behaviour among adolescents have relied largely on KAP surveys. However, this paper highlights the shortcomings of using and relying only on KAP surveys in researching adolescents reported sexual behaviour especially in large unplanned urban slums of Ibadan, NigeriaDe
United Nations Secretary General's Task Force on women, girls and HIV/AIDS in southern Africa.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D12784); Moodie N, Msimang S, Tallis V, Bwakira C;;;; UNICEF/UNAIDS, Pretoria, South Africa; African women are at least 1.2 times more likely to be infected with HIV than African men. This ratio is 2.5 among young people aged 15-24. Southern Africa is worst affected, with more than one in five pregnant women infected. This is due to women s biological vulnerability, a tendency to earlier sexual activit
Mobilizing communities to use available resources to provide support for people living with HIV/AIDS.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D12786); Dama F, Akpulonu S, Olotu B, Aliu B;;;; HOPE Worldwide Nigeria, Lagos, Nigeria; In the early 80 s when HIV/AIDS was discovered, there was little knowledge on the management of the disease. This has led to so many death and high level of stigma and discrimination of people infected with HIV in the community. The situation was so bad that people find it difficult to go for the test or seek m
Mainstreaming in international cooperation.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D12788); Diller G, Saravia C;;;; German Technical Cooperation Corporation, Lima, Peru; To respond effectively to the HIV/AIDS epidemic requires the participation of all sectors; in other words, a multisectoral response is needed. In this regard, mainstreaming has proven to be a useful tool for contributing to the expansion of a multisectoral response to HIV/AIDS. As a decentralised organisation,
Challenges in offering counselling to children infected and affected by HIV/AIDS.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D12790); Kavuma LL, Madraa E, Onyango S, Pariyo G;;;; Institute of Public Health, IPH/CDC/HIV Fellowship Program, Kampala, Uganda; Issues:The Ministry of Health, STD/AIDS Control Program is in the process of developing standards of Care for Children infecetd and affected by HIV/AIDS. In addition the Ministry recognizes the importance of coming up with a Comprehensive Package of Care for both HIV infeceted and affected children, as reflected in the
Extending couples' voluntary HIV counseling and testing (CVCT) services to non-cohabiting couples in Kigali, Rwanda: a population in need.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D12792); Ju SH;;;; Projet San Francisco, Kigali, Rwanda; Couples VCT (CVCT) is a cost-effective prevention program proven to reduce HIV transmission among African couples, where 60% of infections occur. Still, less than 1% of African couples have been tested together. Projet San Francisco (PSF) has provided CVCT to over 20,000 cohabiting couples in Kigali,
Pre-migration orientation for HIV/AIDS high risk group in hill tribe villages.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D12794); Chen A;;;; INGO, Bangkok, Thailand; Population mobility is the most significant factor for Thailand s rapid transmission of HIV/AIDS. Thailand alone hosts around 1 million migrant workers from the Greater Mekong Sub-region and mobility is very fluid internally. HIV moves with people who, while on the move, pass through varies risk situations (hot
Red Ribbon Project.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D12796); Shutt A;;;; Centre for HIV and Sexual Health, Sheffield, United Kingdom; Recent research showed that 40% of 11 year olds in the UK had never heard of HIV and AIDS. In the UK, infection continue to riseMyths,stigma and prejudice still surround the issues. Ofsted have concluded that more attention should be given to HIV and AIDS awareness and education. The red ribbon pro
Assessing needs for HIV/AIDS workplace programme.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D12798); Lungu R, Kalwani R, Sinyangwe G;;;; ZIHP, Lusaka, Zambia; The Zambia Integrated Health Programme (ZIHP) acknowledges the HIV/AIDS pandemic within it s midst. It has responded by forming an HIV/AIDS workplace programme through activities like training of counsellors, flexible working time and provision of ARVs. Despite these activities, the workplace program suffer
HIV across borders.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D12800); Venkataraman R;;;; New Delhi, India; Centre for Social Development is located in the border town of Moreh on the Indo- Myanmar border and its main contribution to the Programme has been its cross border intervention activities. It has formed links with NGOs working in Tamu, the town on the Myanmar side and is working in tandem to address the issues
The quality of life of PLWHAs who participated in the Comprehensive and Continuity of Care program in Thailand.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D12802); Uthis P, Yachompoo J, Mungtuy W;;;; Faculty of Nursing, Chulalongkorn University, Bangkok, Thailand; Quality of life (QOL) of PLWHA is one prominent indicator to the success of the implementation of the Comprehensive and Continuity of Care (CCC) program in Thailand . The CCC program for PLWHAs in Thailand has been established by the Ministry of Public Health since 1997. The main purpose of this pr
HIV/AIDS support groups, power and gender Mexico.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D12804); Caballero M, Campero L, Kendall T, Herrera C;;;; National Institute of Public Health (Instituto Nacional de Salud Publica), Cuernavaca, Mexico; Along with family members, non-governmental organizations and medical professionals are the most important social networks for Persons Living with HIV/AIDS (PLHA). As part of a larger study of social support for PLHA in Mexico , this study analyzed the leadership and participation dynamics of support groups
Laos: Support for self-help groups for people living with HIV/AIDS.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D12806); Silakoune T, Tobe M;;;; UNICEF, Vientiane, Lao People's Democratic Republic; People living with HIV/AIDS (PLWHA) have various concerns about their health, income, and their families. In addition, in most cases, they are lonely and isolated from their community because of the stigmatization against them. Forming the self-help groups helps many of them to ease their sufferings and become
Stigma: Does it impact the use of universal precautions in Malawi?: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D12808); Talashek ML, Kapunda CP, Chihana CN, Kafulafula U, Jere DG, Mbeba M, Norr K, Kachingwe SI;;;; University of Illinois at Chicago, Chicago, United States; The AIDs epidemic in Malawi places heavy demands on the health care system. It is important to understand whether beliefs of health care providers can interfere with universal precautions when providing care. Methods: Twenty-three focus groups with health workers, 11 interviews with health administrators, a
The role of significance others in the management of HIV sero-discordant couples in Ibadan.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D12810); Adewole IF, Jegede AS, Adesina AO, Bamgboye AE, Adejumo PO, Smart P, Adegbola T, Sankale JL, Sankale JL, Kanki P;;;; College of Medicine, Ibadan, Nigeria; Sexual Intercourse remains a major mode of HIV transmission in Sub-Saharan Africa yet the incidence of one partner becoming HIV positive and the other negative remains a mystery in the history of marriage relations. HIV discordance among couples has changed the course of history. Traditionally, marriage was
Questionnaire about discriminations against HIV positive people in France. 2003.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D12812); Morel M;;;; SIDA Info Service NGO, Paris, France; Many factors show that there is a gap between the 1900 discrimination Law and reality. In the background of the World AIDS Day 2003, the NGO SIDA INFO SERVICE decided to interview PWA calling its helplines. Methods: Questionnaire filled by helpline AIDS callers from Sida Info service Sida Info Droit, Ligne
Perceptions on care of infected persons among high-risk adult groups: Findings from the 2002 Kenya Behavioral Surveillance Survey (BSS).: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D12814); Mwololo P, Chebet KL, Wandia E, Mwangi M;;;; National AIDS/STD Control Programme, Nairobi, Kenya; Perceptions about caring for infected persons are likely to influence the delivery of home based care to HIV infected persons. This paper examines the perceptions on care in six high-risk adult groups. Methods: A structured questionnaire was administered to the target groups aged 15-49 years. They included
Promotion of Community Participation in Prevention and Alleviation of HIV/AIDS HIV/AIDS and Its Impacts in Rayong Province, Thailand.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D12816); Homchampa P, Wacharasin C;;;; Burapha University, Chonburi, Thailand; Community oriented prevention of HIV/AIDS is one of important strategies in contemporary primary health care in Thailand . This paper discusses the process of community participation in prevention/alleviation of HIV/AIDS and impacts in the eastern region, based on one year experience working with health workers, local
The importance of monitoring and evaluating in the implementation of projects to prevent migrant populations and HIV/AIDS in the Meso-American Region.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D12818); Cano FR, Broffman M, Miranda A, Lucas D, Valladares H, Castaneda M;;;; ASI, Guatemala, Guatemala; Two HIV prevention projects directed to the migrant population in Puerto Barrios Izabal, Guatemala , properly monitored and evaluated, facilitate the execution of their objectives to national and international organizations developing at a local level a multisectorial answer and at the same time offers the deve
Building a preventive culture in the fight against AIDS in high schools.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D12820); Nicolau DC, Garcia AC, Lohmann AM, Costa SC, Nicolau BC;;;; Municipal Foundation of Education, Niteroi, Brazil; After finally breaking out the resistance among the Educators from the city of Niteroi, Rio de Janeiro in implementing our sexuality project at the high schools, the program has extended. Today, the Sexuality and Prevention of STD/AIDS Program is fully implemented, recognized and backed by laws. Thanks to a
Weeping widows: funeral rites and the transmission of HIV/AIDS in Siaya district, Kenya.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D12822); Ambasa CS;;;; Kenyatta University, Nairobi, Kenya; HIV/AIDS is a global epidemic with devastating impact on socio-economic development. Kenya is rated among the world s six countries that are mostly infected and affected. Siaya District is the epicenter of HIV/AIDS in Kenya. Cultural factors like observance of widowhood rites seem to increase susceptibility
Talking about sex and HIV/AIDS: An analysis of narratives by rural South Africans.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D12824); du Plessis JL, Kelly K;;;; Centre for HIV/AIDS Networking, University of KwaZulu-Natal, Durban, South Africa; The main route of transmission of HIV in South Africa is, as in most other African countries, via unprotected heterosexual sex. Thus there exists a pressing need to investigate sexual behaviour in context in order to explain HIV transmission and thereby find appropriate ways of controlling the epidemic. Thi
Step by step: Strategies to develop advocacy campaign for HIV/AIDS prevention for MSM in Latin American and the Caribbean Region.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D12826); Perez OJ, Montoya O, Mayorga R, Izasola J, Hege G;;;; The Futures Group International, Washington, DC, United States; Despite the epidemiological data showing that the incidence among MSM population is very hig hwithin the Latin American Region and the Caribbean, government s spending levels on prevention targeting these vulnerable groups has shown to be minimal and in some cases none. The implications of not addressing men s
STD/AIDS prevention and harm reduction intervention in penitentiary systems in Sao Vicente City - Brazil.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D12828); Oliveira MA, Carvalho PB, Anselmo LL, Constante GF, Azevedo HL, Andreazzi RC, Soares MS, Lima JR, Khater JF;;;; Sao Vicenter Health Secretary, Sao Vicente, Brazil; STD/AIDS Prevention among incarcerated people is a priority strategy for Brazilian Government. There are a great number of people in this condition and the prevalence of HIV among this population is high. It is also know that the use of drugs in Penitentiary Systems is a problem, including injecting drug use. He
What are the attitudes of Malawians towards premarital HIV testing?: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D12830); Muula AS, Misiri H;;;; Department of Community Health, University of Malawi College of Medicine, Blantyre, Malawi; To determine factors influencing voluntary counseling and premarital testing on human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) in Malawi . Method: We analyzed the data collected by the Malawi Demographic and Health Survey (MDHS) 2000 to determine the likelihood of Malawi population to accept HIV testing. The MDHS was a
Impact of literacy skills in individuals with HIV.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D12832); Cashen MS, Wantland DJ, Holzemer WL, Huang EH, Jumpamool A, Nokes KM, Coleman C, Dole PJ, Kirksey KM, Hamilton MJ, Sefcik EF, Reynolds NR;;;; University of California, San Francisco, San Francisco, United States; Since the 1990s, there has been awareness of the importance of literacy skill levels in persons with HIV. Individuals with low literacy may not be able to read prescription labels or client education materials. Low literacy skills may impact ability to maintain adherence to complex antiretroviral regimens a
Predictors of self-reported effects of MTV's 2002 global HIV prevention media campaign.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D12834); Geary CW, Burke HM;;;; Family Health International, RTP, NC, United States; An evaluation was conducted of MTV s 2002 global HIV prevention campaign, Staying Alive. Those wo saw the campaign were asked questions about whether they learned someting from it and/or whether they took action as a result of the campaign. In order to more effectively reach young people who are likely to b
Research requirements for community preparedness in testing an HIV vaccine in Africa: A qualitative assessment of stakeholder opinions.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D12836); Willms DG, Ritvo P, Nixon S, Warren M;;;; McMaster University, Hamilton, Canada; Objectives: The objectives were to: (1) ethnographically elicit stakeholder opinions with respect to the ethical, social-cultural, and scientific requirements for conducting HIV vaccine preparedness (VP) studies in Africa: and (2), having interpreted the narrative texts, generate a cross-culturally accountable template
Counselling issues among discordant partners from VCTservices.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D12838); Otieno CM, Bukusi D, Namwebya JH, Musau F;;;; Kenyatta National Hospital, Nairobi, Kenya; VCT is a major preventive strategy in the fight against HIV/AIDS. Couple counselling and subsequent testing as a sub-strategy targets those who might be engaged in a relationship at the time that could put them at risk. Couples constitute 8-10% of all clients at a VCT centre at a major referral hospital in
Needs assessment of women living with HIV in a Cameroon urban area.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D12840); Njom Nlend A, Koukreo M, Atangana D, Same Ekobo C;;;; National AIDS Control Comittee, Yaounde, Cameroon; In Cameroon , seroprevalence of HIV is estimated at 11,8% with a high female vulnerability to the infection. Three women are infected for two men and the impact of HIV infection is linked to gender issues. In order to address this inequality a psychosocial support was given to HIV positive women on the Internat
The need for early identification of psychosocial issues by home care nurses in people living with HIV/AIDS in NYC, USA.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D12842); Bennett S, Person A, Horton DG;;;; Visiting Nurse Service of New York, New York City, United States; People wilth HIV/AIDS present with complicating factors that influence care. Nurses (RNs) who care for clients in their homes often have difficulty managing HIV cases. Because RNs use a medical model, they are not adept at identifying complex psyschosocial mental illness, substance use, family pressures
Assessment "KAP" survey n the project of the fight against HIV/AIDS in Makamba, Rutana and Bururi Provinces of Burundi.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D12844); Muberuka P, Manirambona S;;;; UNFPA, Bujumbura, Burundi; The war prevailing in Burundi since 1993 has caused a great number of displaced people regrouped in displaced sites . These people, currently very vulnerable, are exposed to HIV contamination. A project of the fight against HI/AIDS among those deplaced people of the 3 above-mentioned provinces has been achi
Constructing an effective pre-secondary sexual reproductive health curricular for schools.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D12846); Sikanku GE;;;; African Youth Allaiance, Accra, Ghana; In Africa, sexuality is still, no matter how much people deny it, a taboo issue. Yet, no concrete steps have been take to introduce sexual education in pre-secondary school as a tool for safer sexual practises and HIV/AIDS prevention. Though a high amount of awareness exists in the Ghanaian society this is not
Health promoters' workshop in labor migrant comminities-making HIV/AIDS a health issue.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D12848); Tamuz L, Krauss A, Rosenthal A, Mor Z, Gal E, Gur Y, Ezov A;;;; Israel AIDS Task Force, Tel Aviv, Israel; Mobile and undocumented populations are in many cases at high risk of HIV infection. Risk increases with lack of access to health services and insufficient knowledge. Efforts to help mobile and undocumented populations obtain proper services and information regarding HIV/AIDS are often impeded by fear of stigma
Quality assessment program of the Brazilian laboratory network for CD4 T-Cell levels using Fresh EDTA treated Peripheral blood samples and single platform strategy.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D12850); Kallas EG, Inocencio LA, Tomiyama H, Brunialti MK, Viana MA, Fernandes ML, Salomao R, Dantas MC, Granjeiro A;;;; Federal University of Sao Paulo, Sao Paulo, Brazil; After the availability of antiretroviral drugs for Brazilian patients, the Ministry of Health established a system of laboratories to provide HIV viral load and CD4+ T cell enumeration to assist the decisions of starting and monitoring antiretroviral therapy. The CD4 Laboratory Network is now constituted by
Awareness on HIV/AIDS among Liberian refugees in Oru, Ijebu-Ode camp.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D12852); Aneke H;;;; AIDS Control Department Moh, Enugu, Nigeria; The aim of the survey was to find out the awareness level of HIV/AIDS among the Liberian refugees in Oru camp. It was also targeted to find out PLWHA s amongst them and How they got the virus. The refugees admitted they have to sleep with the soldiers for safety, food, and money. METHODS: The research is pu
National scenario planning as a crucial step in AIDS impact management.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D12854); Grose B, Chitate D, Firebrace J;;;; HIV/AIDS and development specialist, Ivybridge, United Kingdom; National development programmes and poverty reduction strategies in high-prevalence countries do not reflect the impact of projected AIDS deaths. The UN projects that the seven hardest-hit countries in sub-Saharan Africa will have 14 million AIDS deaths between 1995 and 2025, a 140% increased toll on human and
Sexual risk reduction counseling of young Canadian gay men by their health care providers.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D12856); Miller ML, Lampinen TM, Chan KJ, Schilder AJ, Schechter MT, Hogg RS;;;; BC Centre for Excellence in HIV/AIDS, Vancouver, BC, Canada; HIV seronegative and seropositive gay men frequently report unprotected anal intercourse (UAI) warranting periodic risk assessment and STD screening. The extent to which young Canadian gay men receive sexual risk reduction counseling from their health care providers (HCP) is unknown. Objectives: Measure the
Gender in the era of HIV/AIDS: Feelings of Zambian hospital workers.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D12858); Nyumbu M, Kiragu K, Ngulube TJ, Eerens P, Njobvu P;;;; Zambia Integrated Health Program, Lusaka, Zambia; Gender-related factors normally shape the extent to which men and women become vulnerable to HIV infection, and in the ways in which AIDS affects them and the kind of response they give. In Zambia , cultural and economic factors make gender based inequalities more pronounced. This study set to establish whe
Vulnerability to HIV among women using injectable drugs.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D12860); Silva VN, Mesquita F, Bueno R;;;; Universidade de Sao Paulo / MEPAIDS - Nucleo de Estudos para a Prevencao da Aids, Sao Paulo, Brazil; This study has sought to reflect on the vulnerability to HIV of women that use injectable drugs. Methods: With a view to undertaking qualitative research, thirteen in-depth interviews were held (oral life stories) with women aged 23 to 46 years living in the eastern zone of Sao Paulo who were injectable dru
Men, migration and vulnerability to HIV/AIDS.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D12862); Gulalia A;;;; University of Delhi, N Delhi, India; Today more men are infected with HIV and dying of AIDS. Men s behaviour influenced by harmful cultural belief about masculinity makes them causalities of the epidemic. The aim of the study was to understand the lifestyles and social environment of long distance truckers. Method: The study was exploratory in
HIV and truck drivers.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D12864); Reedzu J;;;; NGO, Bhubaneswar, India; Truck Drivers ProgrammeKoraput district is situated between Andhra Pradesh and Madhya Pradesh, the former among the nation states having very high prevalence of HIV/AIDS cases. With linkages to national highways there are a large number of trucks commuting from one place to another. Industries like NALCO, HAL an
HIV and Labour migration in South Africa: A spatial analysis of the Eastern Cape.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D12866); Banati P, Williams BG;;;; University of Cambridge, Cambridge, United Kingdom; A unique geography characterizes the Eastern Cape, linking rural African Zululand (in present day KwaZulu-Natal) in the south-eastern part of South Africa with the affluent Western Cape province. The spectrum of social, economic and health related variables is well reflected moving east to west across the p
Sexuality education and abstinence as intervention strategies against HIV/AIDS/STIs among youths in Nigeria.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D12868); Oti SO, Onwuliri IJ, Daduut JB, Nweze I, Onwuliri CD, Odoala JU;;;; Central Youths Anti AIDS Club, Faculty of Medical Sciences University of Jos, Nigeria; The sexual habits of many youths in Nigeria are based largely on peer group influences especially as many parents shy away from discussing sex with their children. Between January 2002 and December 2003, Youths Peer Health Educators from the Society for Women and AIDS in Africa, Nigeria Plateau Sta
GVT Therapeutic Living Group: An empowerment strategy for people living with HIV/AIDS.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D12870); Casimiro GC, Pereira CT, Molica TB, Hagstron HH, Ribeiro JF, Bitencourt MR, Ferreira EF;;;; GIV-Grupo de Incentivo a Vida, Sao Paulo, Brazil; People living with HIV/AIDS face health problems related to ill periods, side effects of medications, and distress as a result of discrimination. AIDS-related stigma can generate isolation, and thus feelings of loneliness, unworthiness, and lack of help. GIV -Grupo de Incentivo a Vida- is a NGO of
Using faith-based community projects in reducing vulnerability and prevention of HIV/AIDS.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D12872); Esi-Edodo E, Umukoro U;;;; The Educator, Lagos State, Nigeria; HIV/AIDS affects the young more than any other groups. Any program aimed at reducing or preventing HIV/AIDS must take into cognicance factors that increases young people Vulnerability to HIV/AIDS. Such factors are ignorance, poverty, peer-presure, lack of good moral values, lack of good role modelling, disinteg
Positive and affected women VIH through the radio.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D12874); Acosta AD;;;; Institution, Estado de Mexico, Mexico; To visualize to affected women and positive women HIV with the objective to diminish the discrimination and estigma towards this sector of the population, as well as to visibilizar the practices and attitudes of auto stigama and auto discrimination, by means of interviews recorded and spread through a wireless
Togo traditional chieves' commitment.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D12876); Semekonawo IY, Mensah AK, Karsa T;;;; LONLONYO, Lome, Togo; The figth against the STI/HIV/AIDS is a time and labour requesting battle. Since earliest times, the traditional chieves due to lack of information and appropriate educational fillings over STI/HIV/AIDS issue stood aloof of this battle. Every week, the traditional chieves in Togo gather their local popu
Exploring opportunities for food and nutritional support of HIV/AIDS affected individuals and households in emergency settings.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D12878); Thorne-Lyman A, Jackson R, Erdelmann F;;;; United Nations World Food Programme, Rome, Italy; The issue of how to best support the special nutritional needs of people living with HIV/AIDS in emergency situations is receiving greater attention due to recognition of the vulnerability of HIV-affected populations. With limited funding to meet basic needs of emergency affected populations in many settin
HIV infection: Discordant couples.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D12880); Thiaw FS, Mbaye N, Gueye Ndiaye A, Mboup S;;;; Hospital, Dakar, Senegal; HIV discordant couples are becoming an issu in our african setting We have follow many HIV discordant couples and we whould like to shared our experience about the budden that HIV infection may causes in the african couplesHIV. Description of a case: A family ( Husband, wife, and their 15 days old b
Integrating prostitutes in the struggle against AIDS and poverty : the case of Musaga suburb.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D12882); Rwankineza R, Bandira O;;;; Swaa-Burundi, Bujumbura, Burundi; Backgound: Musaga is a popular quarter located in the south of Bujumbura City, in the surroundings of a good number of military camps. That quarter is sheltering a great number of vulnerable prostitutes. SWAA-BURUNDI, an association fighting against AIDS targetting woman has focussed on that special group in its priori
Medical tourism for HIV/AIDS care in Northern Thai communities.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D12884); Lazarus MG;;;; UC San Francisco, Center for AIDS Prevention Studies, San Francisco, United States; Obstacles to effective health care access have opened therapeutic markets to itinerant health care seekers, or medical tourists, who may travel long distances for effective and anonymous HIV/AIDS care. This ethnographic research examined social and economic contexts of health care-seeking behavior and repor
It takes a village: "Barefoot doctors" in New York City.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D12888); London KJ, Indyk D, Dorrell K, Boyer A, Indyk L;;;; Mount Sinai Medical Center, New York, United States; The majority of people living with HIV infection are not receiving ongoing primary care. To reduce degrees of separation between infected individuals and available treatment and prevention, innovative approaches engage them where they are physically and reduce barriers to care. Critical masses of marginalized HI
Greater involvement of people living with HIV/AIDS (GIPA)-The most important tool in addressing stigma & discrimination.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D12890); Ravi Kumar U, Shiva Prasad B;;;; St. Paul's Trust, Kakinada, India; Greater Involvement of People Living (GIPA) with HIV/AIDS is being practiced in St. Paul s Trust in letter and Spirit. The practical example of GIPA you can see in St. Paul s Trust. Out of 40 employees 16 are PLHA. GIPA is one of major factors which helped in making our Care and Support programme really unique. GIPA ha
Use of video in workers houses for a greater involvement of saheliens migrants on HIV-AIDS activities.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D12892); Bodin SM, Bourgade M, Leduc M;;;; Afrique Partenaires Services, Paris, France; Several studies undertaken by French institutions show that the migrants workers houses -where live mainly Africans of the Sahel- largely escape to the national campaigns of prevention on HIV-AIDS. It would seem that all subjects around AIDS can t express freely among saheliens people by the fear of stigmatizat
Exploring the spiritual & stress reduction needs of adults living with HIV/AIDS.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D12894); Russell TV, Crawford MA, Struzick T, Horn WS, Cook DJ, Roberts CN;;;; UAB SOM--Family & Community Medicine, Research Division, Birmingham, United States; Do spiritual practices contribute to stress reduction among living with HIV/AIDS? Spiritual practices and stress management before and after diagnosis were assessed. HeartMath s biofeedback stress-reduction technique was introduced to determine the feasibility of implementation. Methods: A qualitative study
SWAA-Burundi experience in Violence and HIV/AIDS.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D12896); Ninahaze E, Nsabimana S;;;; Swaa-Burundi, Bujumbura, Burundi; Millions of people, independently of their culture, religion, race, level of education or social conditions are victims of different forms of violence, which refrain them from living freely in their society. Because of subordination position, Women and Girls are most vulnerable. Unfortunately, there is a strong
Using Sports men and Sporting activities to create awareness on the values of Voluntary Counselling and Testing (VCT) in rural community of Karu, (FCT)Nigeria.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D12898); Osunkwa U;;;; Center For The Right To Health (NGO), FCT, Nigeria; To access the level of awareness of the sporting community in Karu community (FCT) Abuja on basic HIV/AIDS knowledge, condom use and Voluntary Counseling and Testing Services. This survey also attempted at the use of sports men /sporting activities to do intervention and promote VCT in the sporting
Rural communities: out of sight, out of mind.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D12900); Bravo LG, Furphy L, Milan J, Branson C;;;; CDC National Prevention Information Network, Silver Spring, United States; The HIV/AIDS epidemic has given a new challenge to scientists and stresses prevention through education and community empowerment. Some highly urbanized communities receive more resources to combat HIV, while rural communities have been relatively ignored. Geographic distribution presents a challenge to the del
Home based supportive psychotherapy: expanding traditonal models.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D12902); Samuels K, Person A, Mills R, Bobb-Semple N;;;; Visiting Nurse Service of New York, New York, United States; In urban settings where HIV merges with poverty, mental illness, and substance use, the care of people living with HIV/AIDS is multifaceted. Clients frequently have chaotic lifestyles that prevent them from keeping their medical and mental health appointments. This has led to the need for home based supportive
HIV/AIDS and STD's prevention on the trunk roads in Burkina-Faso.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D12903); Sawadogo N, Abdoul K;;;; Institution, Ouagadougou, Burkina Faso; HIV/AIDS control in Burkina is much more a development issue than a public health issue. In 1997, the prevalence rate of HIV/AIDS among the adults was 7.17%. In 1994 the prevalence rate among the long-distance truck drivers was 18%. That is the reason why the project HIV/AIDS prevention on migratory trunk roads
Challenge in STD/AIDS prevention among deaf people- SV- Brazil.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D12904); Maerrawi IE, Zuniga V, Francatto GH, Theodosio SB, Gomes RB, Marques AC, Araujo PJ, Andreazzi RC, Goncalves MS, Khater JF, Lima JR, Rampom G, Deny IL, Tintore MA, Pereira RA;;;; Sao Vicente Health Secretary, Sao Vicente, Brazil; Sao Vicente City has more them 4.000 people living with some hearing deficiency, most of them are illiterate and excluded from society. It was noticed that they know a little about STD/AIDS prevention and about condom use, although they have an active sex life. Introduction: Sao Vicente STD/AIDS Program (SP,
Dividing practices: Situating HIV-negative gay and bisexual men.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D12905); Calzavara L, Haubrich DJ, Myers T, Calla D, Ryder K;;;; HIV Social, Behavioural and Epidemiological Studies Unit, Dept. of Public Health Sciences, University of Toronto, Toronto, Canada; To explore how HIV-related discourse is appropriated and contested by HIV-seronegative gay and bisexual men. Methods: Interviews were conducted with 58 HIV-negative gay and bisexual men (matched negative controls from the Polaris HIV Seroconversion Study) regarding the personal impact of HIV disease. Interv
Promoting the sexual and reproductive health of women living with HIV.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D12906); Guevara GP;;;; Cepesju, Lima, Peru; The assistance to sexual and reproductive health given to women living with HIV does not have an integral focusing because it is linked mainly to prevent the re-infection in them, prevent the transmission to their partners and to avoid the vertical transmission, without taking care other important aspects for t
Targeted interventions towards girls porters at grand marche de Lome.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D12907); Semekonawo IY, Mensah AK, Karsa T, Semekonawo Y, Lossou A, Aledji S, Sabre A;;;; Lonlonyo, Lome, Togo; In the environnement of girls porters in Lome, few prevention actions are undertaken. A probe allowed us to carry out some prevention ppromotion activities, erly syndromic tending of STI people as well as clients and boyfriends sensitizing enhancement. These girls porters, for 1500 cfa team up in number of thirty (30)
Impact of life skills building on depression and maintainance of quality of life in HIV infected patients.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D12908); Schneider S, Sheneberger RL, Kuhn RM, Magerl W;;;; St.Mary Medical Center, Long Beach, United States; The impact of HIV infection on quality of life (QOL) and depression and has become a major concern in the HAART era. While extending life expectancy antiretroviral treatment can adversely affect QOL, while depression can adversely affect antiretroviral therapy. Interventions to maintain quality of life and
The Self-Esteem healthcare needs of HIV infected Black men upon admission to an AIDS dedicated nursing home.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D12909); Fields S;;;; University of Rochester-School of Nursing , Rochester, New York , United States; The study objective was to describe the self-esteem healthcare needs of HIV infected Black men upon admission to an AIDS dedicated nursing home. Self-esteem is the need to feel good about oneself, to feel pride and a sense of accomplishment in what one does. AIDS has been shown to directly impact an individ
Safer sex: Decision making and stability in heterosexual couples.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D12910); Escabi A, Serrano-Garcia I, Perez-Jimenez D;;;; University of Puerto Rico, Rio Piedras, Puerto Rico; Heterosexual transmission of HIV has become the leading route of infection for women and is steadly increasing among heterosexual men in US, PR and Latin America. Heterosexual people in stable relationships are less likely to engage in safer sex behaviors than people in casual relationships. The former grou
Reading between the lines: illiteracy in HIV patients of the Spanish VACH cohort.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D12911); Garcia-Alcalde ML, Suarez-Lozano I, Fajardo JM, Geijo P, Domingo P, Arribas JR, Roca B, Ribera E, Sanchez T, Galindo MJ, Viciana P, Munoz A, Terron A, Lozano F, Vergara A, Cosin J, Garrido M, Lacalle JR;;;; H Infanta Elena, Huelva, Spain; Illiteracy has become an important problem. Part of HIV-infected patients with low economic level has inadequate literacy. Problems on basic ability to read an speak Spanish have been observed in minority ethnic populations. Countries with inadequate level of literacy have been correlated with more difficul
The Power of telling one's Story: Positive Women in Bombay (India) and Edinburgh (Scotland).: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D12912); Sidhva DP;;;; University of Edinburgh, Edinburgh, United Kingdom; The quality of life of positive women is especially significant in this year, which has seen an intensified focus on women with HIV/AIDS through various initiatives of UNAIDS and other international organisations. While conducting qualitative research on positive women from Bombay and Edinburgh, I was struc
Quality of life in peruvian AIDS patients with<50 CD4 cells/mm3.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D12913); Vivar A, Garcia K;;;; Loayza Hospital, Lima, Peru; AIDS is a well-known debilitating disease. In Peru , with poor access to HAART, emphasis is given to the provision of cotrimoxazole and isoniazid prophylaxis. Assessment of Quality of Life (QOL) is critical to determine the guidelines for palliative care. Methods Outpatients with a diagnosis os AIDS and CD4
Effects of treated and untreated depression on AIDS-related mortality in a U.S. multisite cohort of women with HIV.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D12914); Burke JK, Cook JA, Grey DD, Anastos K, Cohen MH, Gandhi M, Richardson J, Wilson T, Young M;;;; University of Illinois at Chicago, Chicago, United States; Treatment of depression not only can improve quality of life for people living with HIV, but also may influence disease progression. This study examined the effects of treated and untreated depression on the likelihood of death due to AIDS-related causes among women living with HIV. Methods: The Women s Int
Campaign of mobilization of mass to increase de diagnosis of the HIV.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D12915); Goncalves E, Siqueira M, Muller M, Souza E, Faria I;;;; Brazilian STD/AIDS Program, Brasilia, Brazil; In brazil, 600.000 were infected people, but 400.000 do not know that has the HIV virus. Because of this reality, it is necessary to stimulate the diagnosis. 1, Substructure: It was agreed with the regional governments that the health department would stimulate a mobilization for the accomplishment o
Low income Chilean women confronting HIV/AIDS and domestic violence.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D12916); Cianelli R, Ferrer L, Peragallo N;;;; Escuela de Enfermeria Pontificia Universidad Catolica de Chile- College of Nursing University of Illinois at Chicago, Santiago , Chile; Individual and sociocultural factors have a significant influence on the increasing HIV infection rate among low-income Chilean women. The rate of HIV/AIDS infection is increasing more rapidly among women than among men in Chile probably due to the influence of sociocultural factors such as domestic violence (D
Brazilian indigenous peoples: STD/AIDS prevention.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D12917); Doneda D, Lopes V, Brigido H;;;; Brazilian STD/AIDS Program - Ministry of Health, Brasilia, Brazil; Broaden STD/AIDS prevention actions to indigenous segment requests a comprehensive approach. Indigenous Health System still develops discontinuous health actions and the access to those health services is precarious in several areas of the Country. Brazilian indigenous segment is about 350,000 peop
An exploratory study of the knowledge, attitudes and beliefs (KAB) of adolescents in Nairobi with respect to the disclosure of HIV status.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D12918); MacDonald KS, Shankardass K, Kimani G, Kusimba J, Matu L, Embree JE, Plummer FA, Bwayo JJ, Gelmon L;;;; University of Toronto/Mount Sinai Hospital, Toronto, Canada; The Kenyan age of consent is 18 years. Before children under this age can be informed of their HIV status, consent must be given by a parent or guardian. Informing children that they have HIV may have negative psychosocial effects, and may affect vital family relationships. Many parents and guardians choose
Psychosocial support for children affected by AIDS: a culturally-specific approach to assess impact and identify best practices.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D12919); Gilborn LZ, Dube L, Brakarsh J, Jemison K, Kluckow M, Smith T, Snider L;;;; Population Council, Washington, DC, United States; Children affected by AIDS (CABA) confront emotionally stressful events and issues, including parental illness and death, other losses, poverty, isolation, and stigma. Thus there is growing demand to respond not only to their material needs, but also their psychosocial (PS) needs. Yet there is little experience
Building the capacity of indigenous communities in HIV prevention.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D12920); Bird ME, Oropeza L;;;; National Native American AIDS Prevention Center, Oakland, United States; Indigenous communities/organizations have multiple and competing health priorities and often lack infrastructure to support HIV/AIDS services. NNAAPC was established in 1987 through federal funding agencies to assist indigenous communities/organizations in the United States in developing and im
Behavior determinants that limit HIV prevention among young women.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D12921); Betances B;;;; Colectiva Mujer y Salud, Santo Domingo, Dominican Republic; The issue of HIV/AIDS in the Dominican Republic affects the youth population; 79.6% of the cases occur among the population aged 15-44. Young people between the ages of 15-24 account for 13.2% of the cases. Where infections are segregated by age and sex, a higher number of infected women is noted.
Every church, every orphan: Church-based family care for orphans.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D12922); Nhanala J;;;; World Relief, Maputo, Mozambique; With the rise in AIDS deaths, the numbers of orphaned children outstrip our traditional coping abilities. Local churches, found in almost every community in sub-Saharan Africa, offer far-reaching help in ensuring no orphan is left alone. Churches implement well researched strategies supporting comm
Integrating food security with home care - examples from Mozambique and Rwanda.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D12923); Nhanala J, Dortzbach D;;;; World Relief, Maputo, Mozambique; Without nutritious food, life span of persons with HIV/AIDS is shortened and children face an early death of a parent as well as malnutrition. Church volunteers giving home care struggle with their own limited resources. World Relief (WR) addresses this problem in three ways. We encourage churches
Spirituality, forgiveness, and health in a U.S. inner city HIV clinic.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D12924); Temoshok LR, Wald RL;;;; Institute of Human Virology, Baltimore, MD, United States; Because of the fear and stigma still associated with HIV, spirituality and forgiveness may be of particular importance to the psychological health of persons with HIV. Our concept of forgiveness includes experiences of forgiving and being forgiven across a range of contexts - interpersonal, spiritual, self/
HIV Risks among men who report sexually assaulting women: Study of men receiving sexually transmitted infection clinic services in Cape Town, South Africa.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D12925); Simbayi LC, Kalichman SC, Jooste S, Mathiti V, Cain D, Cherry D;;;; Human Sciences Research Council, Cape Town, South Africa; Sexual assault is often linked to increased risks for HIV infection, although most research and prevention interventions for reducing sexual risks associated with sexual assault are targeted to women. The current study examined HIV transmissions among South African men who report having been sexually assaultive. Men (N
Living with HIV/AIDS and HAART therapy access: A qualitative study of PLWA in Peru.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D12926); Rosasco AM, Valverde R, Salazar X, Lopez R, Caceres C;;;; Universidad Peruana Cayetano Heredia, Lima, Peru; By the end of 2001, more than 12 thousand persons with AIDS had been reported to the Ministry of Heath in Peru , and more than 55000 persons were estimated to be living with HIV. Only 25 % of those who needed antiretroviral therapy receive it. As a part of a study aim to evaluate the epidemic situation and
Comprehensive food policy to combat hunger and AIDS.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D12927); Ruxin J, Barkan A;;;; Columbia University, New York, United States; In Southern Africa, hunger and AIDS are inextricably intertwined. They are more than related - they feed off one another. AIDS increases hunger by crippling African ministries of agriculture, the labor force, the basic household unit, systems of communication and transportation, NGOs, and the nutritional needs
Opening of the first HIV drop-in center in Moscow.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D12928); Zarochinceva IV, Deobald IV, Nedzelskiy NN;;;; INFO Plus Center, Moscow, Russian Federation; The number of HIV-positive people in Moscow increases dramatically, and the services for PLWHA are forced to extend quickly. Most of such services are medical and psychosocial services are failed to meet needs of PLWHA community, but the existing experience of providing support is sufficient enough to open drop
Participant tracking as a strategy to reduce losses in a HIV community prevention trial on a marginalized population in Peru.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D12929); Villacorta V, Leon S, Pajuelo J, Coates T, Caceres C;;;; Universidad Peruana Cayetano Heredia, Lima, Peru; Peru is part of a large multicentric community intervention trial where a person at risk for HIV is followed for a 2-year period. Populations include 3 segments: Esquineros (heterosexually identified, unemployed men, who often have transactional sex and use drugs/alcohol); Homosexuals (gay men/transvestites);
Teaching old dogs new tricks: HIV perevention for senior citizens.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D12930); Bay E;;;; Special Audiences, Inc., Newark, New Jersey, United States; In Newark, New Jersey (USA), among senior citizens (50 years and older) rates of infection for HIV/AIDS make up 16% of all new reported cases. For this population, the number of cases has doubled in the last four years; yet there are few programs in the United States that target older adults, and little researc
Institutional partnership for nutritional improvement of people living with HIV/AIDS.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D12931); Ramirez Guzman JR;;;; Institutional, Tegucigalpa, Honduras; Before the necessity to improve the health of the PVVS in Honduras that received the antiretroviral therapy, it was constitute an ALLIANCE between Care International, the World-wide Food Program, the Secretary of Health, the National Association of People Living with the HIV/AIDS and
The US/Mexico border AIDS Education and Training Center (AETC) Steering Team (UMBAST).: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D12932); Donohoe TJ, Vallejo OJ, Reyes EM, Bernstein MC;;;; Pacific AIDS Education and Training Center, Los Angeles, United States; The US/Mexico border is the most traversed border between any two nations on the planet. This session will review a Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA) AIDS Education and Training Center (AETC) study investigating the HIV/AIDS training needs of providers from US border counties in Texas, New Mex
Stigma and discrimination towards HIV positive individuals in rural Jamaica.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D12933); Mahdi IK, Nnedu ON, Ogunnowo O, Jolly PE;;;; University of Alabama at Birmingham Department of Epidemiology, Birmingham, United States; HIV/AIDS related stigma is one of the biggest obstacles in the fight to prevent HIV transmission since it deters people from seeking treatment or getting tested. Determining the factors that contribute to stigmatization of people living with HIV and AIDS (PLWHA) may be the key in finding new ways to fight s
Incorporation of scientific and non-scientifically based literature to address culturally competent HIV prevention interventions with Latino MSM populations.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D12934); Rodriguez-Diaz CE, Santos-Ortiz MC;;;; University of Puerto Rico, San Juan, Puerto Rico; Cultural competence generally refers to the capacity to understand and plan for the health needs of a specific cultural subgroup. It is also a term widely used to include very diverse things related to behaviors, attitudes, and policies in order to work effectively in cross-cultural situations. In effective and
Connecting formerly incarcerated with HIV/AIDS services.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D12935); Glymph RD, Valentine P, Campbell BK;;;; Howard University, Washington, DC, United States; In the District of Columbia, more than 2500 former prisoners return to the city each year to join thousands under supervised release. It estimated that over 10% are HIV-positive. Given the challenge of transitioning from prison to the community, coupled with an HIV positive status, there is a need to link these
The view of Brazilian adolescents over health - Other possibilities to AIDS prevention.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D12936); Cromack LM, Tura LF, Burztyn I, Branco VM, Silva AP;;;; Rio de Janeiro Federal University, Rio de Janeiro, Brazil; Introduction: This study is based on Serge Moscovici s theory of social representation developed in 1961 in Social Phsychology. According to this theory our attitudes are guided by the representation that we constructc about the objects, wich is influenced by our life stories. In Brazil , despite the efforts on Aids
Sustainable and innovative HIV education at an academic medical center through surviving HIV-infected teens, their caregivers, and their community.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D12937); Noroski LM, Aldape TM, Evans KD, Justice B;;;; Baylor College of Medicine-Texas Children's Hospital, Houston, United States; HIV stigma precludes surviving HIV-infected youth from learning HIV facts. HIV-infected youth can be an effective source in the design of their own innovative peer/family-directed HIV and quality of life program that meets their needs and implements engaging methods for themselves, peers, and caregivers to learn/teach
Thematic analysis of HIV-negative identity and sexual risk among gay men in New York City.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D12938); Yi H, Shidlo A, Koegel H;;;; National Development and Research Institutes, Inc. / TalkSafe, New York City, United States; Under the constant threats to seroconversion in the post HAART era, psychosocial domains of HIV-negative gay men are comprised of epidemic optimism and fatigue. Clinical experiences noted the objective difference between HIV-negative and HIV-positive gay men. Yet, little is known about the correlates of ide
Brazilian adolescents and the use of female condom - A new experience on Rio de janeiro State University.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D12939); Cromack LM, Ruzany MH, Castro DM, Dutra J, Pace F;;;; Adolescents Health Care Unit-Rio de Janeiro State University, Rio de Janeiro, Brazil; Brazil has 222356 cases of Aids, 4956 adolescents. With a greater rate of growing in girls. In 2000 NESA began the distribution of female condons. This study intend to check the acceptability and consistency of use of female condoms among adolescents. The adolescent is interviewed by a University student. Trying to d
Analysis of concepts which operate in the social construction of AIDS-related stereotypes.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D12940); Gomez Alonso R, Carabajal JJ;;;; Universidad Nacional de Rosario - Facultad de Psicologia, Rosario, Argentina; The preexisting local practices and cultural beliefs are determining and legitimating factors for the discrimination, stigma and denial related to HIV/AIDS. Considering that stigma is associated with social stereotypes as they are labels used to identify the unknown and that it determines reactions towards
A need for international collaboration to ensure continuity of HIV prevention and care for binational populations: an assessment of HIV/AIDS among Mexican migrant communities in California.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D12941); Ritieni A, Kral A, Quesada J, Hernandez D, Ruiz J;;;; California Department of Health Services, Sacramento, United States; Just as the geographical distribution of HIV/AIDS has been shaped by migrant labor streams around the world, so too may HIV/AIDS patterns in California, USA and Mexico be affected by the translocal and international migratory streams across these bordering regions. Roughly 140,000 Mexicans migrate annually betw
Gonorrhea and the 1992 Civil Unrest in Los Angeles.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D12942); Cohen DA, Ghosh-Dastidar B, Bluthenthal R, Scribner R, Farley TA, Robinson P, Scott M, Miu A, Kerndt P;;;; RAND, Santa Monica, United States; In the 1992 Civil Unrest in Los Angeles over $1 billion in property damage occurred and 270 alcohol outlets surrendered their licenses due to arson and vandalism. Prior studies suggest that gonorrhea is associated both with alcohol outlets and deteriorated neighborhoods. However, these studies have all been
A non-official model to provide care to people living with HIV/AIDS in Nicaragua.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D12943); Porras-Cortes G, Quant-Duran C;;;; Clinica Lopez Galo, Managua, Nicaragua; Until September 2003 are officially reported 1,167 cumulative cases of people living with HIV/AIDS (PLWAs) in Nicaragua . The majority of PLWAs are from the capital city of Managua. The National Program of Sexually Transmitted Infections and AIDS of the Ministry of Health had been providing counseling, and had
Helping communities build leadership in HIV prevention and care community planning.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D12944); Lovato JL;;;; HIV/AIDS NGO, Washington, DC, United States; People living with HIV/AIDS are not as involved in HIV/AIDS community planning bodies addressing the need for both care and prevention in the USA as previously in past 10 years. Specifically women of child bearing age, youth and young adults from communities of color, and individuals whom have experienced one o
Truck drivers: a mobile population at risk; the stakes and challenges of mobilization against HIV/AIDS.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D12945); Koulou Etoa Ella Emerant KE, Djihemine Andoulo R, Meku R;;;; Technical Provincial Group/ Provincial AIDS Control Committee (Center Province, Yaounde, Cameroon; Truck drivers are part of the mobile populations existing in Cameroon . Apart from Cameroonians, there are also Chadians, Central Africans and Congolese who criss-cross the whole country on their way to the Douala port. These truck drivers travel over a distance of 800-1600 km, stopping in 8-12 towns where
Persons with HIV/AIDS (PWA) initiated innovative community education program.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D12946); Feleke G, Ashagre A, Zemene M;;;; NUMC, East Meadow, United States; A community s awareness and knowledge of HIV is critical in the war against HIV and the stigma and discrimination associated with it. As homemakers, mothers, and members of the community women must play a prominent role in this fight. IN 2002 Medkim, persons with AIDS and orphans association initiated a pilot HI
Risk of getting HIV/AIDS among young people in Nepal: an empirical evidence.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D12947); Dahal G;;;; University of Southampton, Southampton, United Kingdom; The HIV prevalence estimated from recent studies confirms that Nepal has entered into a concentrated epidemic phase (FHI, 2002), and is second highest to India within South Asia. Although young people in Nepal are in low risk compared to the neighbouring countries, limite
Meeting of health professionals and educators who work in AIDS field with HIV/AIDS.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D12948); Telline MR, Pereira CT, Silva GC, Cruz EF, Barboza EL, Torres RR, Bertanhi ML, Molica TB, Teixeira E, Martins AS, Botas VM, Hagstron H;;;; GIV-Grupo de Incentivo a Vida, Sao Paulo, Brazil; In order to develop our activities we detected the need to share experiences and to discuss capacitation problems between health profissionals and volunteers. The need exceeded our organization and involved many other social agents which work in the AIDS field: CBOs, health services, hospices,etc.).
Onevillage Initiative: holistic ICT development for community prosperity.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D12949); Tang JW, Onyango K;;;; oneVillage Foundation, Mbita, Kenya; Case study: grassroot socio-economic empowerment program (GRASSEP) is a joint-initiative developed by a consortium of Kenya e-forum member organizations with Mbita as the first site of implementation to demonstrate how information and communication technology can be best used to reduce poverty and ecnourage sustainable
Devoloping of domiciliary integral assistance to people who lives with AIDS in Peru since the Ministry of Health and the involve of people living with AIDS.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D12950); Altamirano AN;;;; AIDS Consultant -Ministry of Health, Lima, Peru; The assistance to the health of people living with HIV does not have an integral vision,it is linked to fear, mithes and many personal problems of the health professionals. The AIDS Program in the Ministry of Health in Peru try to build a good health sistem to provide Integral Assistance to people living with H
Inappropriate sexual activity and promoting condom use among teenagers in Songkhla.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D12951); Apakupakul N, Thaijarean N, Sathirapanya C, Kosulwat S, Pratee-kao S;;;; Epidemiology Unit, Faculty of Medicine,Prince of Songkla University, Songkhla, Thailand; HIV infection in teenagers has become a serious concern in Thailand , as in many countries. This cross-sectional study aimed to examine 1)prevalence of condom use among teenagers 2)some predictive factors for sexual relations of teenagers. Methodology: 1) interviewing 400 young people in teen clubs in Songk
HIV prevention: Young women who have sex with women also have needs.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D12952); Feliciano-Torres Y;;;; PROFAMILIA, San Juan, Puerto Rico; In Puerto Rico , young people are particularly vulnerable to HIV infection because of risky sexual behavior or substance abuse. Young people, between the ages of 13 to 29 represent 18% of people living with AIDS. This segment of the population is also vulnerable because of the lack of access to HIV information
ARV therapy and medical services in the perinatal HIV outcome monitoring system (PHOMS) provinces.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D12953); Plipat T, Wachalakorn S;;;; Province Public Health Office, Bangkok, Thailand; Thailand had AZT drugs for all pregnancy since 1998. But there weren t system to follow and evaluate them. So Bureau of Epidemiology settle PHOMS in 4 provinces of every region. Method: Data were collected in all HIV positive pregnancy who deliver between 1 January 1999 to 31 December 2002
Dealing with HHV discrimination in the labor maket: the Brazilian experience.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D12954); Lettieri CC;;;; Universidade Federal do Rio de Janeiro, Rio de Janeiro, Brazil; This article aims at analyzing the Brazilian experience in fighting against HIV discrimination in the labor market. In contrast to what happens in the public health system, where important achievements have been reached and, despite of the rights guaranteed by law (CLTB- Brazilian Labor Law), HVI positive workers -and
Hidden in the data: An exploratory study of the care, treatment and support needs of women living with HIV/AIDS in Nova Scotia.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D12955); McWilliam SJ, Gahagan JC;;;; Dalhousie University, Halifax, Canada; HIV/AIDS care, treatment and support services are rarely designed specifically for women in small urban and rural communities in Canada . As such, HIV-positive women often feel marginalized when accessing formal, community health and support services. Policy advisors, program planners and service providers shou
HIV/AIDS social stigma in Puerto Rico: a validation study among people lving with and without HIV/AIDS.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D12956); Rivera SR, Martinez JV, Varas ND;;;; Carlos Albizu University, San Juan, Puerto Rico; Social stigma is one of the major challenges confronted by public health efforts to prevent and control HIV/AIDS as well as a significant barrier in access to healthcare for people living with HIV/AIDS. In Puerto Rico 28,953 cases of AIDS have been reported since the beginning of the epidemic and 17,834 persons have di
It is possible for drug-addicted HIV infected patients admitted to therapeutic communities to adhere to HAART and infectological control?: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D12957); Abadi AS, Quiruelas S, Diaz M, Verruno C;;;; Sedronar, Buenos Aires, Argentina; Drug-addicted HIV infected patients who are undergoing treatment and are admitted to Therapeutic Community centers find it difficult to continue their infectological control and a lower adherence to HAART upon entering a system that puts emphasis on the adaptation to drug rehabilitation programs and does not al
People living with HIV/AIDS: our greatest resource against new infection.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D12958); Graham M;;;; Aid for AIDS Africa, Oakland, Ca, United States; Leading with the Truth and a message of Hope is setting communities of People Living with HIV/AIDS free. Maurice Graham a person living well with HIV since 1983 is telling his story along with others who are telling their stories through a non-profit he founded called Aid for AIDS Africa (AFAA). An International speake
Cultural and psychosocial correlates of HIV risk in rural Latino men.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D12959); Bradford JB, Jarama SL;;;; Survey and Evaluation Research Laboratory, Richmond, VA, United States; This study of Latino men, migrant workers in rural Virginia and of key informants in the same geographic area identified effective HIV prevention strategies and set resource allocation priorities for prevention services developed with consumers and providers. HIV prevalence among the study population had in
Don't call me queer: Preferred self-identifiers for recruiting African American MSM's in HIV research.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D12960); Cochran SD, Scott RL, Mays VM, Nellos C;;;; University of California, Los Angeles, Los Angeles, United States; Current research ( Mays, 2001; Shavers, et al., 2002) has identified methods for increasing the recruitment and retention of ethnic minorities, including African Americans (AA), in HIV-related research. Language for self-identification is often critical to this process. Recently, the term Queer has swept U.
Gender and equity in access to drugs for HIV/AIDS: challenges for primary health care systems in Tamil Nadu, India.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D12961); Nanda P;;;; Center for Health and Gender Equity, takoma Park, United States; Given, half of those living with HIV are women and women face a higher burden of stigma, the paper draw attention to the constraints of primary health systems to address gender and equity in access to care and prevention for HIV/AIDS. Drawing on data collected from 10 primary health care centers and interviews with 50
HIV risk behavior of female factory workers at public Health Region 6 , Thailand 1998 - 2003.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D12962); Klangburum W, Treedeach S;;;; Office of Disease Prevention and Control 6, Khonkaen, Thailand; The findings of the HIV risk behavior sentinel surveillance t were that the female factory workers were the HIV risk group. To know about these problems, it was necessary to study HIV risk behavior sentinel surveillance of the female factory workers. To study the HIV risk behavior of female facto
HIV/AIDS spreading in Pakistan due to widow marriages.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D12963); arora MH;;;; uch, lahore, Pakistan; Pakistan is sitting on a bomb of HIV/AIDS scourge which is liable to give off any time. Due to social,political,reasons and because of Purdah system,this disease is not publisised when it occurs in families. Men who are known for prostitution,homosexuality and belonging to all classes and ages get the disease. They t
Transitioning homeless HIV/AIDS families to supportive housing.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D12964); Bobb-Inniss WC;;;; Bailey House, Inc., NY., New York, United States; What do homeless HIV/AIDS families need to retain housing? A supportive housing model that successfully housed 36 formerly homeless families focusing on Maslow s hierarchy of needs, strengthening client skills and teaching new skills to maintain housing. Clients enrollment consisted of assessments in
Participating in organizations, a key factor for the empowerment of PLWHA.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D12965); Jimenez RJ;;;; APASHA NGO, Quito, Ecuador; Ecuador is a small country in South America divided into 3 regions: Coast, Sierra and the Amazon region. Due perhaps to its geographical diversity, its people also show differences in their idiosyncrasy and in the way they confront their problems. Although statistics in Ecuador -maybe misleadingly- have relegated the
Sexual minorities, sexuality rights and AIDS prevention and care: towards a global response strategy.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D12966); Gosine A, Binswanger H;;;; World Bank, Washington, United States; This paper will provide an overview of contemporary debates about the needs of men who have sex with men (MSM) populations, and the relationship of sexual minority rights and sexuality rights to the pursuit of HIV/AIDS care and prevention. It will include case studies highlighting best practices that have been or are b
Children with HIV/AIDS problems and solutions.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D12967); Hansell PS, Budin WC;;;; Seton Hall University, South Orange, New jersey, United States; Although the incidence of perinatial acquired HIV/AIDS has decreased significantly in the developed world the numbers of children with HIV in developing countries continues to escalate. Problems encountered by children with HIV/AIDS are numerous and are connected to stage of development, family structure, healt
Providing support wherever it's needed: Harlem United Community AIDS Center's Mobile Mental Health Program. An innovative approach to providing mental health services to people with HIV/AIDS.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D12968); Rofofsky MS;;;; Harlem United Community AIDS Center, Inc., New York , United States; Issues and Presentation PLWA s and struggling with mental illness and substance use are some of the most difficult to engage and retain in services. This presentation describes an innovative program, within a CBO in Harlem, New York, that breaks through barriers to traditional care in order to meet the men
Gender and HIV/AIDS in the Caribbean.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D12969); Davis MV;;;; CUSO, Toronto, Canada; In this paper, I intend to show that the gendered nature of the AIDS pandemic has forced researchers and policy-makers to rethink issues of health, security and well-being to examine relations of power and inequality. The Caribbean, with the second highest incidence of AIDS in the world, presents a very critica
Three public health epidemics impacting the health of women.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D12970); Portillo CJ, Dole P, Cuca Y, Nicholas P, Bain C, Corless I, Hamilton MJ, Eller L, Kemppainen J, Kirksey K, Nokes K, Reynolds N, Wantland D, Sefcik E, Holzemer W, Coleman C, Tsai Y;;;; UCSF, School of Nursing, San Francisco, United States; Research shows that three public health epidemics have had a severe impact on the health of women. The three conditions HIV/AIDS, drug abuse and violence while are not independent of one another, present a challenging scenario in providing care for women. Method: Data were collected in a convenience sample
Combating HIV/AIDS stigma and discrimination through increased visibility of people living with HIV/AIDS.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D12971); Chama S, Musoka C, Kabwe D, Mumba C, Mwape C;;;; Kara Counselling and Training Trust, Lusaka, Zambia; Background and Stigma and discrimination of people infected and affected by HIV/AIDS is one of the worst negative effects of the scourge. Stigmatization and discrimination result in PLWHA going underground and do not take measures to protect themselves and others. The going underground of PLWHA lead to few cour
Sex workers in Kenya: Who are they, and what risks do they run?: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D12972); Nyambati WM, Meegan ME, Conroy RM, Stirling BV, Agala BC;;;; Institution, Nairobi, Kenya; This study challenges basic assumptions about sex workers in Kenya where an estimated 6.9% of women nationally have exchanged sex for money. Method: In 7 areas we interviewed 475 sex workers, 336 were in urban areas and 139 in townships. The majority of women had dependent children, and there was no signific
Picture based interactive community communications tool for ARV therapy education and prevention messaging in Botswana.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D12973); Naidoo P, Mphele TS, Tetteh E, Darkoh E;;;; ACHAP, Min of Health and BroadReach Healthcare, Gaborone, Botswana; Developing a communications tool that can be leveraged for education on HIV/AIDS and ARV therapy. It must be easy to use, culturally relevant, stimulate dialogue and have the ability to extend into different forms of communication. An interactive tool in the form of a flip chart using pictures and
Sharing best practices of HIV in the workplace response with Ukrainian ASOs.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D12974); Voznyuk D;;;; International HIV/AIDS Alliance in Ukraine, Kiev, Ukraine; As HIV/AIDS epidemic in Ukraine is rapidly growing, quite soon it may start to threaten the country s economic and social stability. For the time being commercial companies are very unwilling to introduce HIV in the workplace programs for their staff, because they do not consider HIV/AIDS a pressing issue. A pe
Promotion of safe sex.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D12975); Iraganaboina SR, Monugunta RR, Challakoluchu J;;;; Chaitanya Jyothi Welfare Society (C.J.W.S.), Nellore, India; Sexual Health promotion within the highly exploited marginalized sections such as migrants and various types of unorganized workers. There is the lack of unity and the feeling of powerlessness due to unorganized situation. An innovative strategy is being adopted such as forming as sanghas by occupational wise,
Cultural and religious factors influencing HIV Vulnerability and prevention.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D12976); Ngona M;;;; Network of Zambian People Living With HIV/AIDS, Lusaka, Zambia; Network of Zambian people living with HIV/AIDS (NZP+) Life support Group is embarking on providing/review information on facts about HIV/AIDS and develop understanding of the socio-cultural and religious implications of the HIV/AIDS pandemic. Although Faith based organisation are saying HIV/AIDS is punishme
The announcement: Sharing of the status serologic of the VIH with the spouse or his relatives parents.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D12977); Dosso AR;;;; Femmes Actives, Abidjan, Cote d'Ivoire; Context: Impact, announcement of the status serologic positive in the circle of acquaintances. Purpose: To be unloaded with a burden often difficult to support only, to be free in gestures (not to have to take molecules in secret) one asks in every for one each to share the status serologic with the persons whom one be
HIV - positive women and the desire to procreate.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D12978); Tsamo Zambou L;;;; Douala, Cameroon; Scientific researches have made it possible today for HIV positive women to have non-infected babies. But women living with HIV/AIDS in developing countries find it nearly impossible, due to their poor economic situation. Yet they manage in one way or the other to make the ends meet; that is having babies. Desc
Tackling poverty and malnutrition: an imperative in HIV/AIDS mitigation.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D12979); Nelson IE, Akpon JU, Emmanuel E;;;; Silverline Developement Initiatives, Uyo, Nigeria; Excluding probably war, only very few crises have affected the human health and threatened national, social and economic progress in quite the way that Human Immuno-deficiency Virus (HIV) that causes Acquired Immune Deficiency Syndrome (AIDS) has. The devastating impact of this pandemic has been exacerbated by
Towards a more effective and mass cultivation of care, abstinence, fidelity and behaviour change.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D12980); Fru-Asanji WJ, Neba Fabs G, Penn Mouluh J, Fru-Asanji RK, Eto'o JJ;;;; Yaounde, Cameroon; Christian spirituality is now emerging as a unique strategy to cultivate and consolidate a more effective practice of abstinence, fidelity and behaviour change. This Christian approach tackles the pandemic from grassroots level, addressing the abstract components such as lust, (emotions, desires, feelings, thou
The baneful effect of HIV/AIDS on food security and poverty alleviation.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D12981); Emeka O;;;; Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka, Anambra state, Nigeria; Poverty is one of the most worrisome problems of developing countries like Nigeria . Successive governments have in the past initiated one poverty alleviation programme or the other. But unfortunately most of the citizens particularly in the rural area still live below poverty line. The aim of poverty alleviation is to
Introduction of PMTCT in a Refugee Situation: Successes, Lessons Learned and Challenges.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D12982); Okumu G;;;; IRC Tanzania, New York, United States; Since the PMTCT programme was introduced in the refugee camps of western Tanzania in 2002, it has emerged as one of the most cost-effective HIV prevention interventions possible. The programme has allowed us to indirectly target men, thereby increasing male participation in HIV prevention activities. Since the
Health and social systems; access and availability to HIV-AIDS prevention, care and services.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D12983); Herrera Maria L;;;; Tijuana, Mexico; GLBT and our general community are focusing on the prevention and education of AIDS, providing workshops and conferences about the disease and HIV infection risk. In schools, factories and universities we talk about risk and prevention and provide information to avoid high-risk activities. Our talks are aimed at young
Involvement of people living with HIV/AIDS.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D12984); Kamgue Kopguep JJ;;;; Bafoussan, Cameroon; Before 2000, people submitted on the HIV test in the various hospitals in the West Province were not informed; consequently, the result of the test was not rendered to them, be it negative or positive. In West Provincial Health Unit, it has become imperative to put in place the HIV counselling structures before
Workplace HIV/AIDS policies: a key to success of the workplace HIV/AIDS intervention programmes. lesson lerant from bussiness sector in Tanzania, 2003.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D12985); Ndenzako F, Jaffery A;;;; WHO Country office for Tanzania, Dar Es Salaam, Tanzania; The business sector has started a long a go programmes that protect employees and their families against HIV/AIDS in Tanzania . Three business institutions doing the same business with more than 3000 employees has programme. The HIV/AIDS has very strong stigma attached to it, making programme not achieving it main obje
Radio program messages for support PLWHA to reduce HIVAIDS stigma and discrimination in Cambodia.: Int Conf AIDS 2004 Jul 11-16; 15:(abstract no. D12986); Hang D;;;; ADRA Cambodia, Phnom Penh, Cambodia; There are two primary misconceptions/beliefs influencing stigmatization: 1) Misinformation as to how HIV is transmitted (e.g.: AIDS is highly contagious and can be spread through casual contact) and lack of understanding about the disease s progression; and 2) Perceptions that PLWHA are more evil .

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