Title: HIV / AIDS and care of the teeth and gums.

POPLINE Document Number: 314787

Author(s):

Dickson M

Source citation:

In: Where there is no dentist: a book of methods, aids, and ideas for instructors at the village level, by Murray Dickson. Berkeley, California, Hesperian, 2006. :169-195.

Abstract:

Many things in the world have changed since Where There Is No Dentist was first published in 1983. One of the most profound changes has been the spread of HIV/AIDS worldwide. Although millions of people are now infected with HIV, the illness is still surrounded by fear and disinformation. This chapter explains HIV/AIDS, what it means for people who are infected and for oral health workers, and how we can all work together to prevent the disease from continuing to spread. (excerpt)

Keywords:

Developing Countries
Teaching Materials
Persons Living With HIV/AIDS
Health Personnel
Dental Health
Self Care
HIV Testing
HIV Transmission
Signs and Symptoms
Physical Examinations and Diagnoses
Infections
Treatment
HIV Infections
Viral Diseases
Diseases
Delivery of Health Care
Health
Medical Procedures
Medicine
Health Services
Laboratory Examinations and Diagnoses
Examinations and Diagnoses