AIDS in the World II: Global Dimensions, Social Roots, and Responses : The Global Aid Policy Coalition - Couverture rigide

Mann, Jonathan M.

Couverture rigide

ISBN 10 : 0195089944 ISBN 13 : 9780195089943

Editeur : Oxford University Press Inc, 1996

Synopsis

"AIDS in the World", published by Harvard University Press in 1992, was the first full analysis of the global confrontation with this disease, Since then, the AIDS scene has been changing so rapidly that a second volume is needed to describe new findings. The authors extend the international comparisons from 38 countries to the entire world, show that the AIDS pandemic has become increasingly fragmented within the world population, present data to go beyond the current understanding of the vulnerability of nations and communities to the major spread of HIV, and discuss in depth the social strategies that have enabled individuals to avoid infection. They also place more emphasis on the vulnerabilities of different age and sex groups, such as infants, children and women.

A propos du livre

Revue de presse

Praise for the first volume: "No one can remain illiterate about HIV/AIDS -- a new phenomenon in our time. This authoritative compilation of valuable information and understandable concepts is an invaluable source for non-spcecialists and specialists alike." -- Jonas Salk, M.D.

"A comprehensive and masterful approach to the AIDS pandemic, a major challenge to our civilization." -- Luc Montagnier, Institut Pasteur, France

"AIDS in the World is an extraordinarily useful resource for anyone concerned about the HIV pandemic and its ramifications around the globe. The projections of the future scope of AIDS and HIV are of such magnitude that extensive planning is urgently needed; this volume is invaluable in facing this daunting task." -- June E. Osborn, M.D., University of Michigan

"This important new book puts it finger on the pulse of the world, ailing with HIV and AIDS, and the prognosis looks grim -- only occasionally does an effective heartbeat get through to show the patient is making any response. While it will not be easy toi pull the patient round, this important initial diagnostic assessment should allow policy makers to get on with the business of planning a sustained approach to treatment -- based on a realistic assessment of the problem and a vision of what could be achieved." -- Anthony J. Pinching, St. Bartholomew's Hospital, England

"AIDS in the World is a call to arms in the fight against AIDS. Its honest analysis presents a compelling case for a massive worldwide effort to end the pandemic. But that effort will only be successful if it deals directly with issues of human rights, equity between the sexes, and the absolute necessity for rich nations to help poor ones. AIDS in the World is a must read for those concerned about the future of the global community." --Mervyn F. Silverman, M.D., President, American Foundation for AIDS Research

"AIDS in the World frames the context of the epidemic in such a way to remind all of us how both fascinatingly complex and disarmingly simple the issues of HIV prevention and AIDS care are. It challenges us to find the political will to work together on a global basis to save human lives and to serve justice. It shouldremind the jaded why they joined the fight against AIDS and motivate those who have not yet found the courage or confidence to act." --Ron Rowell, Executive Director, National Native American AIDS Prevention Center

Présentation de l'éditeur

AIDS in the World charts a course into the future based on clear analysis of the global pandemic and response, lessons learned from the first decade, and understanding of the scientific and social dimensions of the HIV/AIDS challenge. It explains how the diversity of responses to the pandemic has contributed to a more specific understanding of the determinants of our vulnerability to HIV/AIDS, and provides a blueprint for an expanded global prevention effort.

Détails de l'édition

• Éditeur: Oxford University Press Inc
• Date d'édition: 1996
• Langue: anglais
• ISBN 10: 0195089944
• ISBN 13: 9780195089943
• Reliure: Relié
• Numéro d'édition: 2
• Nombre de pages: 650
• Coordonnées du fabricant: non disponible
• Personne responsable: non disponible