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Panem, Sandra – Issues in Science and Technology, 1988
Claims that the United States' inadequate response to the acquired immune deficiency syndrome (AIDS) crisis was more related to structural problems in the country's health system than with politics and social mores. (TW)
Descriptors: Acquired Immune Deficiency Syndrome, Disease Control, Disease Incidence, Federal Government

Gough, Michael – Issues in Science and Technology, 1988
Discusses the problem of using asbestos to insulate heating and air-conditioning systems in schools and mixing asbestos into ceiling plaster for fireproofing and noise control. Suggests that the Environmental Protection Agency's plan for asbestos removal may be causing problems where none exist. (TW)
Descriptors: Asbestos, Construction Materials, Disease Control, Elementary Secondary Education

Pinching, Anthony J. – School Science Review, 1987
Discusses what is currently known about acquired immune deficiency syndrome (AIDS), including routes for the transmission of the AIDS virus, the prevention of AIDS, and some of the non-issues regarding the disease. Urges community leaders and teachers to become more involved in AIDS education. (TW)
Descriptors: Acquired Immune Deficiency Syndrome, Disease Control, Disease Incidence, Diseases
Keeling, Richard P. – AGB Reports, 1986
College administrative and governance issues related to acquired immune deficiency syndrome on campus are discussed, including fear and prejudice, statistical incidence, development of appropriate school policy, and the governing board's responsibility. (MSE)
Descriptors: Acquired Immunodeficiency Syndrome, Agency Role, Attitudes, College Administration
Keeling, Richard P. – Association of Governing Boards of Universities and Colleges, 1992
The report is designed to inform members of college and university and administration governing boards about facts and issues surrounding acquired immune deficiency syndrome (AIDS) and the human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) so that they may develop education and prevention programs for their institutions and ensure protection from accidental…
Descriptors: Acquired Immune Deficiency Syndrome, Administrative Policy, College Administration, Communicable Diseases
Amaro, Hortensia; Hardy-Fanta, Carol – 1995
This study examines the Ryan White CARE Act (RWCA), which was passed in part to improve access to care services for underserved populations with HIV or AIDS. A major intent of the legislation was to expand the capacity of local agencies to provide direct care and support to those with HIV/AIDS. This care and support included health education and…
Descriptors: Acquired Immune Deficiency Syndrome, Community Organizations, Disease Control, Federal Legislation
Department of Health and Human Services, Washington, DC. – 2000
This publication presents 10-year health objectives for the nation, reflecting the scientific advances that have occurred in the past 20 years in preventive medicine, disease surveillance, vaccine and therapeutic development, and information technology. It incorporates information from a broad cross-section of scientific experts. The publication…
Descriptors: Access to Health Care, Disease Control, Environmental Influences, Health Promotion
Baranowski, Tom; Carlton, Bill – Health Education (Washington D.C.), 1982
Issues in the development of community health education programs for rural areas include: (1) knowledge of disease processes; (2) health care intervention; (3) systems intervention; (4) ethics for change; and (5) program implementation. (JN)
Descriptors: Change Agents, Community Health Services, Community Programs, Cost Effectiveness
Starr, Sarah Anne – Early Childhood News, 1996
Highlights the importance of each child-care facility having an explicit hand-washing policy that includes caregivers and teachers as well as children. Outlines a specific hand-washing technique and gives a variety of practical suggestions for promoting good hygiene and good health. (ET)
Descriptors: Bacteria, Caregiver Training, Child Health, Communicable Diseases

DiSpezio, Michael A. – Science Teacher, 1990
Contrasted are DNA viruses, RNA viruses, and RNA retroviruses. The structure, genome, and replication of retroviruses are discussed. The discovery, structure, and action of the HIV virus are described. A list of 17 references is included. (CW)
Descriptors: Acquired Immune Deficiency Syndrome, Biological Sciences, Communicable Diseases, Disease Control

Greer, David S. – Academic Medicine, 1990
The profession of medicine has a central role to play in ushering in the new paradigm of a health care system that will invest its efforts in health promotion and disease prevention on the one hand and in treatment and rehabilitation of the sick and injured on the other. (MLW)
Descriptors: Curriculum Development, Disease Control, Global Approach, Health Promotion

Goetz, Angella; And Others – Academic Medicine, 1992
A survey of 149 entering first-year medical residents concerning experiences with and knowledge of infection control investigated occurrence and patterns of accidental needle-sticking and reporting, student immunization for Hepatitis B, and instruction in universal precautions. It is concluded that students are at risk for needle-sticking, but…
Descriptors: Accident Prevention, Acquired Immune Deficiency Syndrome, Communicable Diseases, Disease Control

Brown, Joseph D.; Richter, Jan – Strategies, 1994
Provides guidelines for physical educators who handle blood and body fluid spills, clean contaminated surfaces and equipment, and clean body fluids from students. The guidelines establish good health practices that can protect teachers and students against various infections and contagious diseases. (SM)
Descriptors: Acquired Immune Deficiency Syndrome, Communicable Diseases, Disease Control, Elementary Secondary Education

Anderson, Warwick – American Journal of Public Health, 1991
Controversy over attempts to establish a needle and syringe exchange scheme in New York City (1985 to 1991) as an Acquired Immune Deficiency Syndrome (AIDS) prevention measure are described. These efforts highlight several political and social pitfalls in AIDS prevention. (SLD)
Descriptors: Acquired Immune Deficiency Syndrome, Activism, Behavior Modification, Crime

Shifren, Kim; And Others – Sex Roles: A Journal of Research, 1993
Examines relationships between gender role orientation and physical health for 103 female and 42 male college students. Gender role orientation is significantly related to health-related behaviors but not to self-reported physical health. Masculine individuals do not perceive themselves as having less illness symptoms than others. (SLD)
Descriptors: Androgyny, College Students, Comparative Analysis, Disease Control