Title: Ghana HIV / AIDS strategic framework, 2001-2005.

POPLINE Document Number: 277035

Corporate Author(s):

Ghana. AIDS Commission

Source citation:

[Accra], Ghana, Ghana AIDS Commission, 2001. 58 p.

Abstract:

The National HIV/AIDS Strategic Framework for Ghana has been formulated in recognition of the developmental relevance of the disease. It is an issue that requires a holistic, multi-sectoral and multi-disciplinary response to confront it and bring it under control. Ghana, by this document and the bold initiatives therein outlined, has joined the global community in a united effort to combat the epidemic. Over the years, the incidence of HIV/AIDS has increased steadily and has almost reached epidemic proportions in the country. The very fact that victims of HIV are mainly in the productive ages of 25-49 years, poses a major challenge to Ghanais developmental efforts. We, therefore, have to take urgent and pragmatic steps to confront the epidemic. This- Framework provides broad guidelines for sector Ministries, Departments, Agencies, District Assemblies, the Private Sector, Non-Governmental Organisations and civil society at large, to evolve such specific HIV/AIDS strategic plans and activities as may be determined by their peculiar needs and circumstances. (excerpt)

Keywords:

Ghana
Progress Report
Evaluation
HIV Positive Persons
HIV Prevention
Health Policy
Planning
Health and Welfare Planning
AIDS Prevention
Decentralization
Blood Donors
HIV Testing
Monitoring
Developing Countries
Africa, Western
Africa, Sub Saharan
Africa
HIV Infections
Viral Diseases
Diseases
Policy
Organization and Administration
Social Planning
Economic Factors
AIDS
Blood Supply
Equipment and Supplies
Laboratory Examinations and Diagnoses
Examinations and Diagnoses