HIV/AIDS

Scientists at University of Tokyo target HIV/AIDS

Published in AIDS Weekly, March 19th, 2007

Data detailed in "Reaching hard-to-reach migrants by letters: an HIV/AIDS awareness programme in Nepal" have been presented. According to recent research published in the journal Health & Place, "We assessed the impact of an HIV/AIDS programme for Nepalese migrants to India that involved writing letters. The programme created opportunities for sending HIV/AIDS-related messages to the migrants in India, and encouraging them practicing safer sex."

"Initially, they received the messages only from the programme, but later from their colleagues, spouses or other family members. They discussed the messages in groups, disseminated them, and sought more knowledge in...

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Source: AIDS Weekly (2007-03-19)

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