AIDS: images of the epidemic

Abstract

This book presents a portrait of the global AIDS epidemic in its multiples public health, social and human dimensions. Drawing upon eye-witness accounts as well as data from the WHO Global Programme on AIDS, the book goes beyond statistical forecasts to show how AIDS affects the lives of real people, why the infection continues to spread, and what can be done to fight back

While the overall pictures is grim, the book provides solic evidence of a number of approaches that have proven successful in meeting the dual goals of prevention and compassionate care for those already infected

Country data by WHO Region