AIDS in Africa

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AIDS in Africa

Author	: Max Essex
File Size	: 46,7 Mb
Publisher	: Springer Science & Business Media
Language	: English
Release Date	: 08 May 2007
ISBN	: 9780306478178
Pages	: 740 pages

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AIDS in Africa by Max Essex Book PDF Summary

This comprehensive reference book addresses the unique challenges facing many African nations as poor infrastructure and economics continue to obstruct access to advanced treatments and AIDS care training. It takes into account the context of settings with limited resources. Information on how to best utilize existing resources and prioritize scaling-up of infrastructure is a critical aspect of this book for those working in HIV/AIDS-related fields in Africa.

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