AIDS (Acquired Immune Deficiency Syndrome) -- A Public Health Challenge, State Issues, Policies and Programs, Volume 1: Assessing the Problem

• NCJ Number: 109423
• Author(s): M Rowe; C Ryan
• Date Published: 1987
• Length: 200 pages
• Contract Number(s): 282-05-0013
• Sponsoring Agency: US Dept of Health and Human Services Office of the Surgeon General
• Corporate Author: George Washington University
• Sale Source: George Washington University
• Publication Type: Report (Technical)
• Language: English
• Country: United States of America

Annotation

This report identifies most of the policy issues confronting State legislators and other State and local decisionmakers in addressing the epidemic of Acquired Immunodeficiency Syndrome (AIDS).

Abstract

It emphasizes the leadership role that all States must play in managing the AIDS crisis within their boundaries. Basic facts concerning AIDS are presented. Further analysis covers the major advantages and disadvantages commonly associated with controversial policies related to screening and testing; reporting; contact tracing and notification; confidentiality issues; and dealing with discrimination in employment, insurance, health care, and other situations. Options for State policymakers, innovative or exemplary ways States are solving AIDS-related problems, and factors that influence the success of the State programs are outlined. Charts and maps. For related volumes focusing on financial and management issues and organizations and resource materials, see NCJ 109424-25.