Women are a rapidly growing group of people with AIDS in the United States, and Hispanic/Latina and African American women are disproportionately represented. This paper reviews the literature on the epidemiology of AIDS/HIV infection among Latina women, children, and adolescents and discusses the needs of Latinas regarding AIDS prevention…

The traditional emphases of outdoor education--cognitive understanding of ecological balances, sensory awareness, aesthetic appreciation of the natural environment are important to a wellness approach to life. Frost Valley YMCA (New York) is promoting the application of wellness concepts to its resident environmental education programs. (LC)

Investigated the sociofamilial environment of French children born to HIV-positive mothers and the psychological repercussions to the family of events following HIV infection. A quantitative approach and interviews with parents were analyzed to understand the nature of the relationship between parent and children, the process of relational…

Although evidence indicates that people know how the human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) is spread, many are not changing risky sexual behavior patterns. Reasons for this lack of change are explored, and a four-point program for containing the epidemic is offered. Age- and gender-specific programs are essential. (SLD)

Ten observational studies indicate that condoms help prevent human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) infection, but research on barriers and spermicides is lacking. Given the effectiveness of female-controlled methods in preventing other sexually transmitted diseases, more research into protection from HIV infection by use of diaphragms and spermicides…

Explores relationships between perceived control of life of 375 African-American college students and both specific and general fears of Acquired Immune Deficiency Syndrome (AIDS). African-American students have relatively variable responses, but feeling in control is related to lower levels of specific and general fears of AIDS. (SLD)

Describes levels of human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) knowledge, condom use, self-efficacy, and intentions to practice HIV-safe behaviors among 52 young incarcerated African-American males. Although overall knowledge and intent to practice safe sex were moderate, transmission knowledge was low. Peer and subjective norms support condom use. (SLD)

Addresses the health of young children and how to safely and effectively care for children with diarrhea in the home and in early child care settings. Discusses specific intervention and program activities, including specially designed materials for mixing homemade oral rehydration usage. (Author/SD)

Health promotion seeks to provide practitioners of medicine and public health as well as members of the public with the information, resources, and tools that they can use to improve health and well-being. This goal is consonant with that of the National Institutes of Health (NIH), namely, to improve public health outcomes via research,…

The health and safety standards presented in this document represent the consensus of many practitioners about good practice in child care. The standards are intended to guide a wide audience such as caregivers, public health professionals, licensing agencies, departments of education, and parents. Standards directed to facilities appear in…

In an effort to help community colleges develop and implement programs that promote community health, the American Association of Community Colleges (AACC) held a teleconference in April 1996 focusing on service learning and HIV/AIDS prevention. This two-part document provides the teleconference program and a transcript of remarks made during the…

Following an overview and background information on Human Immunodeficiency Virus/Acquired Immune Deficiency Syndrome (HIV/AIDS), this paper is divided into six sections. The first section discusses the extent of the problem and educational implications for children, adolescents, and young adults. The second section, Calls to Action, provides…

This brochure is designed to help parents answer the questions that their children may ask them about Acquired Immune Deficiency Syndrome (AIDS) and the Human Immuno Deficiency Virus (HIV), the virus that causes AIDS. It provides basic information about AIDS and HIV, as well as sources for further information, such as the National AIDS Hotline. It…

These guidelines were developed to assist Connecticut school personnel to strengthen collaborative efforts among families, educators, and health professionals to provide effective programs for students with special health care needs. The guidelines assist in identifying appropriate services and service providers and in planning the support…

Several interested organizations and agencies completed an exploration of the complexities and challenges affecting the communication of health information through the mass media. The goal of this effort was to create a shared agenda for increasing cooperation between mass media and public health professionals in addressing the issues, problems,…