The hidden epidemic : confronting sexually transmitted diseases /
Provides an independent, critical assessment of the nation's response to this public health crisis, and presents a comprehensive strategic plan for STD prevention for the present day and the next century.
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| Format: | Licensed eBooks |
| Idioma: | anglès |
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Washington, D.C. :
National Academy Press,
1997.
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| Accés en línia: | https://search.ebscohost.com/login.aspx?direct=true&scope=site&db=nlebk&AN=831 |
Taula de continguts:
- 1. Introduction and Background
- 2. The Neglected Health and Economic Impact of STDs. Broad Scope and Impact of STDs. Health Consequences of STDs. Impact of STDs on HIV Transmission. Economic Consequences of STDs
- 3. Factors that Contribute to the Hidden Epidemic. Biological Factors. Social Factors. Secrecy as a Contributing Factor
- 4. Prevention of STDs. Issues in Prevention. Reducing Exposure and Transmission. Reducing Duration of Infection
- 5. Current STD-Related Services. Clinical Services. National Surveillance and Information Systems. Training and Education of Health Professionals. Funding of Services
- 6. Establishing an Effective National System to Prevent STDs. Laying the Foundation for a National System. Strategy 1: Promote Health Sexual Behaviors. Strategy 2: Develop Leadership. Strategy 3: Focus on Adolescents and Underserved Populations. Strategy 4: Ensure Access to Services. Collaborating to Improve Services.