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HIV Infection: Educational Programs and Policies for School Personnel

Jeffrey Lynn Black

Jeffrey Lynn Black, MD, Assistant Professor of Pediatrics, Dept. of Pediatrics, Division of Pediatrics (H-664), University of California, San Diego, 225 Dickinson St., San Diego, CA 92103-9981

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Lorraine Henke Jones,

Lorraine Henke Jones

Lorraine Henke Jones, RN, MSN, FASHA, Assistant Professor of Nursing, School of Nursing, Ball State University, Muncie, IN 47306

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Jeffrey Lynn Black,

Jeffrey Lynn Black

Jeffrey Lynn Black, MD, Assistant Professor of Pediatrics, Dept. of Pediatrics, Division of Pediatrics (H-664), University of California, San Diego, 225 Dickinson St., San Diego, CA 92103-9981

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Lorraine Henke Jones,

Lorraine Henke Jones

Lorraine Henke Jones, RN, MSN, FASHA, Assistant Professor of Nursing, School of Nursing, Ball State University, Muncie, IN 47306

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First published: October 1988

https://doi.org/10.1111/j.1746-1561.1988.tb00556.x

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ABSTRACT: Acquired Immunodeficiency Syndrome (AIDS) challenges schools as the frontline defense against this epidemic. School personnel should become knowledgeable about human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) infection and get involved in presenting quality HIV/AIDS education programs. This paper provides an epidemiological update on AIDS as it relates to the school-age population. Evidence establishing modes of transmission is emphasized, and recommendations are presented for handling students infected with HIV. Information is provided to assist school staff implement HIV/AIDS education programs, including core concepts to be emphasized.

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October 1988

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