Second Generation of HIV Surveillance System: A Pattern for Iran.
Iran Red Crescent Med J
; 14(5): 309-12, 2012 May.
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ABSTRACT
BACKGROUND:
For the purpose of minimizing the HIV/AIDS epidemic effects, one of the programs is the promotion of scientific methods and setting of the suitable surveillance systems. The present research was conducted to design the HIV/AIDS surveillance system in Iran applying WHO recommendations and the experience of some countries.METHODS:
In 2009, based on the country's requirements, the HIV/AIDS surveillance system was proposed and designed for Iran. The Delphi technique was utilized to find the views of experts. Data analysis was conducted based on a comparison of the attributes of the HIV/AIDS surveillance systems in the countries under consideration using a descriptive and theoretical analysis.RESULTS:
The model was approved obtaining the final score of 36.3 out of 44, viz 82.5%.CONCLUSION:
Designing and performing of the HIV/AIDS surveillance pattern in the direction of "second generation of HIV/AIDS surveillance" can be considered as an important step in the improvement of the patient's control and precaution of HIV/AIDS.
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01-internacional
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MEDLINE
Tipo de estudo:
Prognostic_studies
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Screening_studies
Idioma:
En
Revista:
Iran Red Crescent Med J
Ano de publicação:
2012
Tipo de documento:
Article
País de afiliação:
Irã