NEET BIOLOGY

ECOLOGY

ENVIRONMENTAL ISSUES

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
What strategies would help in preventing the spread of HIV/AIDS in Africa?
A
education on prevention
B
radiation treatment
C
ATVs
D
natural healing
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -You can use strategies such as abstinence (not having sex), never sharing needles, and using condoms the right way every time you have sex. You may also be able to take advantage of HIV prevention medicines such as pre-exposure prophylaxis (PrEP) and post-exposure prophylaxis (PEP).

Detailed explanation-2: -In sub-Saharan Africa, as elsewhere, HIV-prevention messages have included promotion of partner reduction, postponement of sexual debut, alternatives to risky sex, mutually faithful monogamy, consistent and proper use of condoms, better recognition of STD symptoms, and more effective health-seeking behavior.

Detailed explanation-3: -Schooling reduces the risk of HIV infection. Young people who stay in school longer are more aware of HIV and AIDS. They are more inclined to take protective measures such as using condoms, getting tested and discussing HIV/AIDS with their partners.

Detailed explanation-4: -Talk to local community and regional radio as well as newspapers about doing stories that will educate people about prevention, non-discrimination and care. Ask for space to run a talk show or advice column on HIV and AIDS. Ask them to interview people living with HIV and AIDS and their families.

Detailed explanation-5: -The ABC Prevention Program Cited by many as one of the most successful HIV/AIDS prevention campaign in the world, the ABC program began in Uganda and has played a major role in the publics’ education on HIV/AIDS.

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