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Budapest declaration on public health & trafficking in human beings
Declaration of commitment by participants of a conference held in Budapest about public health and trafficking of human beings in Central, Eastern and Southeast Europe.
Truck drivers and casual sex: an inquiry into the potential spread of HIV/AIDS in the Baltic region
This report is based on a survey that explores the practice of casual sex among truck drivers and sex workers in the border areas of Poland and Lithuania. The Baltic states are particularly vulnerable to the spread of HIV as they are at the crossroads of the main east-west and north-south transport corridors. The survey found that a large number of truck drivers engaged in casual sex while on the…
Regional health strategy for ethnic minorities
The number of ethnic minority groups in Ireland has grown rapidly. This publication describes the Regional Health Strategy for the (Irish) Eastern region. Principles of equity and access demanded a strategy that reflects the health and social support needs of migrant workers, foreign students, and any other national or non national ethnic minority group or individual living in the East, as well…
KINDA Ireland 2004: Findings from a qualitative study (...)
The aim of this report is to help inform policy and practice on migrant gay and bisexual men and on male sex work in Ireland. Part one gives an overview of the situation and background on homosexuality, sexual health, HIV and legal issues around migrants and male prostitution. It includes a summary of research and reports on male sex workers. Part two details the interviews held with six asylum…
UNAIDS/IOM statement on HIV/AIDS-related travel restrictions
The main rationales given for travel restrictions are the protection of public health and the avoidance of an excessive demand on health care and social services. This document describes such restrictions and their impact, reviewing international law and human rights principles and discussing humanitarian and ethical concerns. It concludes that HIV/AIDS-related travel restrictions have no public…
HIV and human rights in refugee settings
The article discusses vulnerability to HIV among groups displaced by armed conflict. It is argued that a human rights framework provides a useful basis for understanding and addressing this vulnerability. For instance, such a framework can inform crucial confidentiality around testing. It can also inform discussions in refugee communities to address (upset) gender roles and relations.
Strategies for improving sexual health in ethnic minorities
A review of the literature suggests that multifaceted and sustained approaches are needed to improve the sexual health of ethnic minority communities. Chief among these approaches are improving STI surveillance and research tools; creating collaborative partnerships with communities; targeting high-risk groups and networks; and improving access to proven effective interventions.
The experiences of minority ethnic women living with HIV
This report describes a project to identify the needs of and to develop responses for ethnic minority women living with HIV in Ireland. The research was conducted by participants of the Women's Health Action programme of Cairde, an NGO aimed at reducing health inequalities among ethnic minorities. The report includes recommendations and an action plan.
Sex, sun, sea, and STIs: Sexually transmitted infections acquired on holiday
Sexual encounters on holiday are, potentially, a major cause of morbidity. The risk is likely to be greatest in young people and sex tourists. Preventive advice should be offered to all people going on holiday but particularly those going to the developing world. Patients with genital symptoms, rashes, hepatitis, glandular fever-like illness or lymphadenopathy should have their travel history…
Migrants from Sub-Saharan Africa in the Swiss HIV cohort study : a single center study of epidemiologic migration-specific and clinical features
An increasing number of HIV-positive migrants reside in Switzerland. The described study examines epidemiologic, clinical and migration-specific characteristics of HIV-infected migrants. A majority of HIV-positive migrants were most likely infected prior to arrival in Switzerland. Sub-Saharan Africans and Southeast Asians were often diagnosed to be HIV-positive after showing suggestive symptoms…
The changing face of the HIV epidemic in Western Europe: what are the implications for public health policies?
This review describes changes in dynamics of HIV transmission and shifts in affected populations in Western Europe. Migrants from countries with a high prevalence of HIV/AIDS, notably sub-Saharan Africa, bear a disproportionate and increasing share of HIV throughout western Europe. Following a resurgence of risky sexual behaviour, HIV transmission may now be increasing among homosexual and…
The effects of AIDS prevention programs by lay health advisors for migrants in The Netherlands
Two studies describe the effectiveness of AIDS prevention programmes by lay health advisors (LHAs) for migrants in The Netherlands. Both programs result in positive effects in terms of attitude change and knowledge. The LHA programme resulted in a stronger intention to discuss AIDS with children. There is evidence that LHA programmes are more successful in inducing internally motivated intentions…
Monitoring HIV/AIDS in Europe's migrant commmunities and ethnic minorities
This paper examines the variables used to monitor HIV/AIDS in migrants and ethnic minorities in surveillance systems in Western Europe. It discusses their advantages and limitations, highlights some of the data, and gives recommendations to identify ways in which HIV/AIDS surveillance for vulnerable groups may be strengthened.
Risk behavior and social-cognitive determinants of condom use among ethnic minority communities in Amsterdam
This study assessed sexual risk behaviour and determinants of condom use among migrants in Amsterdam, the Netherlands. Data were collected from a community sample of Surinamese, Antillean and sub-Saharan African heterosexual men and women. Perceived behavioural control and subjective norms regarding condom use were main social-cognitive determinants of consistent condom use.
Welfare research into marginal communities in Finland : insider perspectives on health and social care
The questions of a year-long community research project was how migrants living in Finland experience social and health care services, gain a deeper insight into the perception of HIV in refugee communities in Northern Europe, what expectations and needs they have and what everyday reality is like. Key persons were drawn from migrant communities, who then carried out qualitative social and health…
Ethnicity and HIV: Prevention and care in Europe and the USA
This book explores how to deliver effective, comprehensive HIV prevention and care services to (HIV positive) migrants and ethnic minorities in the USA and Europe. These groups are often highly vulnerable and experience significant barriers to accessing HIV/AIDS prevention and care. Contains 4 sections: (a) epidemiology, (b) disease progression, (c) service provision and prevention strategies,…
HIV health experiences among migrant Africans in Europe: how are we doing?
Over the last few years, new approaches to researching the health of migrants and ethnic minorities have been proposed. Relatively few studies have focused on the health experiences of migrant populations living with HIV in Europe, or on their patterns of access to, and utilization of, HIV treatment and care. Strengthening liaisons between HIV clinical care settings, surveillance networks,…
Developing a culturally appropriate video to promote dual-method use by urban teens: rationale and methodology
This article describes the development and production of a video targeted at urban adolescent women who use hormonal contraception. Research has shown that this population is at high risk for non-use of condoms. Combining constructs from the health belief model, social cognitive learning theory and the theory of reasoned action with insights gleaned from the preliminary studies, the researchers…
The sexual health model: application of a sexological approach to HIV prevention
This article outlines the Sexual Health Model and its application to long-term HIV prevention through comprehensive, culturally specific sexuality education. The article concludes with some cautions and suggestions for research. It is recommended that HIV prevention agencies contemplating use of the model should design their sexual health intervention to fit the unique needs of their target…
Project Nasah : an investigation into the HIV treatment information and other needs of African people with HIV resident in England
This is a report on the findings of the survey. It describes the broad characteristics of the respondents which were recruited. It looks at their experiences of living with HIV, reports data about their needs, presents survey findings concerning both the appropriateness and effectiveness of those anti-HIV treatment information interventions they have already experienced and their future…
Refugees and AIDS. What should the humanitarian community do?
The aim of this document is to stimulate policy makers, managers and implementers to strengthen their response to HIV/AIDS in refugee situations. It gives information about strategies that relate to provision of services, changing individual behaviour, prevention and care, condom use, and addressing societal context.
Sexual behaviour of second generation Moroccan immigrants balancing between traditional attitudes and safe sex
Young Moroccan Islamic immigrants are balancing the challenges of modern society and the influences of their cultural and social backgrounds. In this qualitative research project, Moroccan adolescents were invited to focus groups. The results show the specific influence of family, religion and tradition, the importance of virginity at marriage for girls and the almost evidence of premarital…
Migration and work-related health in Europe: A literature review
This literature review focuses the current (2001) migration situation in Europe. It demonstrates an important research gap on migration and work-related health, and while there is abundant literature on the links between migration and health, and between employment and health, there is very little literature which combines all three aspects.
HIV/AIDS prevention and care in resource-constrained setting
This Handbook provides a comprehensive source of information on the design and management of HIV/AIDS prevention and care programs in resource-constrained settings. It is designed to help in the strategic planning, design of interventions, management of public health programs and resource allocation, and budgeting and financial management. It emphasizes cross-cutting issues such as gender, human…
3 day HIV/AIDS Festival Video
Video of a 3 day festival in Athens (Awareness kiosk; music events; video art installation; fashion bazaar; free condom distribution)
3 Day HIV/AIDS festival
Flyer of a 3 Day festival in Athens (awareness kiosk, music events, video art installation, fashion bazaar, free condom distribution).
Gay tourism: Culture, Identity and Sex
This book contains information about gay and lesbian tourism: the historic-cultural contexts, the personal dimensions, the sexual behaviours of gay men in holiday settings and a description of a initiative in the UK in HIV-prevention targeting gay holidaymakers. (Abstract only)
Are we meeting the psychological needs of black African HIV-positive individuals in London? Controlled study of referrals to a psychological medicine unit
This study shows that HIV-infected black Africans in London are less likely to be referred to mental health services. This because of possible failure of staff to recognise psychological morbidity in black Africans or reluctance and fear on the part of patients to be referred to services that may be perceived as threatening.
Effects of peer-led AIDS education aimed at Turkish and Moroccan male immigrants in The Netherlands. A randomised controlled evaluation study
This article describes the results of a quantitative evaluation study conducted in The Netherlands into AIDS peer education for Turkish and Moroccan men given in their native language. The main conclusion is that peer-led education for these groups is effective.
Peer paths for empowerment for EU residents: tools for your rights. Toolkit for empowerment training of minorities
Toolkit meant for grassroot NGOs, especially minority organisations, to empower them with skills like political lobbying, fundraising, networking, effective media relationships etc. Consists of 4 parts. Also in French and German.