global issues Flashcards
AIDs
1
Q
what is the distribution of AIDs?
A
AIDs is mainly found in Developing countries but there are lower amounts in Developed countries. Biggest problem in southern Africa, Central Africa also a significant problem; Eastern Europe, Russia and also in south-east Asia
2
Q
what are causes of AIDs?
A
sharing dirty needles
unprotected sex with infected person
babies drinking breast milk of infected mother
infected blood transfusions.
3
Q
what are strategies to control AIDs?
A
introduction of health education programmes
compulsory testing of people
increase the availability of ARV drugs to treat the disease
distribution of free condoms
use of radio and TV to get the message over due to lack of literacy skills.
