Publication type:
Policy Paper / Action Plan
Summary:
The document includes background on HIV/AIDS cases in Central and Eastern European and the former Soviet Union along with information on HIV/AIDS treatments; anti-retrovirals; injecting drug use; and PCP prevention and CD4+ testing gathered through a survey of 132 organizations in the region. There are a number of charts and graphs throughout the document along with personal testimonials from people in different countries. The authors also include conclusions and recommendations for future research, ARVs, access to testing and primary health care, and substitution treatment.
Keywords:
anti-retrovirals; Europe; Soviet Union; harm reduction; HIV/AIDS; injection drug use; IDU; treatment