Walker utilizes a wide range of current information from diverse sources in an integrated, manageable way to produce a synthesis aimed at students taking courses dealing with AIDS within contemporary social issues, sociology, social anthropology, and sexually transmitted diseases. Annotation copyrighted by Book News, Inc., Portland, OR

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Aids was first recognized by the U.S. Center for Disease Control & Prevention in 1981. The virus and disease often referred together as HIV/AIDS is a major health problem in many parts of the world. Today, there is still no known cure. However, there are treatments that reduce both the deaths and new infections associated with this pandemic. "What To Do Now?" is an easy to read and follow guide for individuals newly diagnosed with HIV/AIDS. The information and activities provided allows affected individuals to make good choices for a great tomorrow. This guide is a wonderful tool to be used at home and during medical appointments.

The publication highlights that what happens to young people today will determine what becomes of their communities and societies in the decades ahead, as well as highlights concerns for the future. In many countries, millions of young people are deprived of their most basic rights: to shelter, health, education, care and love.

In 2001, the world marked 20 years of AIDS. The epidemic has turned out to be far worse than predicted, and is still in its early stages. Effective responses are possible but only when they are politically backed and full-scale, and done today and tomorrow. Presents evidence of the responses to the epidemic mounted by many partners, incl. gov'ts., the bus. sector and civil society. This report provides positive proof that HIV, if left to run its natural course, will cause devastation on an unprecedented scale. The evidence presented here shows that where care is most needed it is least accessible. The agenda for building the capacity to extend care to all who need it is clearly presented, and the case for boosting resources for prevention and care is compellingly made.