dd Diabetes Prevalence and Its Relationship With Education, Wealth, and BMI in 29 Low- and Middle-Income Countries By care.diabetesjournals.org Published On :: 2020-03-20T11:50:34-07:00 OBJECTIVE Diabetes is a rapidly growing health problem in low- and middle-income countries (LMICs), but empirical data on its prevalence and relationship to socioeconomic status are scarce. We estimated diabetes prevalence and the subset with undiagnosed diabetes in 29 LMICs and evaluated the relationship of education, household wealth, and BMI with diabetes risk. RESEARCH DESIGN AND METHODS We pooled individual-level data from 29 nationally representative surveys conducted between 2008 and 2016, totaling 588,574 participants aged ≥25 years. Diabetes prevalence and the subset with undiagnosed diabetes was calculated overall and by country, World Bank income group (WBIG), and geographic region. Multivariable Poisson regression models were used to estimate relative risk (RR). RESULTS Overall, prevalence of diabetes in 29 LMICs was 7.5% (95% CI 7.1–8.0) and of undiagnosed diabetes 4.9% (4.6–5.3). Diabetes prevalence increased with increasing WBIG: countries with low-income economies (LICs) 6.7% (5.5–8.1), lower-middle-income economies (LMIs) 7.1% (6.6–7.6), and upper-middle-income economies (UMIs) 8.2% (7.5–9.0). Compared with no formal education, greater educational attainment was associated with an increased risk of diabetes across WBIGs, after adjusting for BMI (LICs RR 1.47 [95% CI 1.22–1.78], LMIs 1.14 [1.06–1.23], and UMIs 1.28 [1.02–1.61]). CONCLUSIONS Among 29 LMICs, diabetes prevalence was substantial and increased with increasing WBIG. In contrast to the association seen in high-income countries, diabetes risk was highest among those with greater educational attainment, independent of BMI. LMICs included in this analysis may be at an advanced stage in the nutrition transition but with no reversal in the socioeconomic gradient of diabetes risk. Full Article
dd Empagliflozin as Add-On to Metformin in Patients With Type 2 Diabetes: A 24-Week, Randomized, Double-Blind, Placebo-Controlled Trial By care.diabetesjournals.org Published On :: 2014-06-01 Hans-Ulrich HäringJun 1, 2014; 37:1650-1659Emerging Technologies and Therapeutics Full Article
dd Efficacy and Safety of Canagliflozin, a Sodium-Glucose Cotransporter 2 Inhibitor, as Add-on to Insulin in Patients With Type 1 Diabetes By care.diabetesjournals.org Published On :: 2015-12-01 Robert R. HenryDec 1, 2015; 38:2258-2265Special Article Collection: Insulin Full Article
dd Beneficial Effect of Low-Glycemic Index Diet in Overweight NIDDM Subjects By care.diabetesjournals.org Published On :: 1992-04-01 Thomas M S WoleverApr 1, 1992; 15:562-564Short Report Full Article
dd Undiagnosed NIDDM: Clinical and Public Health Issues By care.diabetesjournals.org Published On :: 1993-04-01 Maureen I HarrisApr 1, 1993; 16:642-652Kelly West Lecture 1992 Full Article
dd Policy Solutions to Address Crisis at Border Exist, But Require Will and Staying Power to Execute By www.migrationpolicy.org Published On :: Mon, 01 Apr 2019 14:51:59 -0400 Closing the U.S.-Mexico border and cutting off aid to Central America would only feed the crisis unfolding at key points along the U.S.-Mexico border. This commentary outlines a range of immediate and long-term policy responses that would more effectively address the complex mix of factors fueling rising Central American migration to the United States. Full Article
dd Addressing caries through the lens of social justice, health equity, human rights By www.ada.org Published On :: Wed, 29 Jan 2020 11:49:00 -0600 It’s a conviction that was published in the November issue of The Journal of the American Dental Association and the basis for the October 2019 forum that Dr. Francisco Ramos-Gomez fostered, where dentists, physicians, nurses and public health and public policy experts proposed, discussed and recommended solutions for preventing early childhood caries through the lens of social justice, health equity and human rights. Full Article
dd PBHS adds mobile chairside patient education system to ADA TV By www.ada.org Published On :: Mon, 10 Feb 2020 09:21:00 -0600 PBHS, Inc. announced in January the launch of Consult Mode, an addition to ADA TV that enables dental providers to demonstrate 3D procedural animations, videos and tutorials chairside via tablets, iPads and other hand-held devices. Full Article
dd ADA adds frequently asked questions from dentists to coronavirus resources By www.ada.org Published On :: Thu, 12 Mar 2020 16:47:00 -0500 With the coronavirus disease now deemed a pandemic by the World Health Organization, the American Dental Association updated its webpage on the disease March 11 to include a link to frequently asked questions from member dentists covering topics such as personal protective equipment and patient communications. Full Article
dd ADA begins to address coding, billing procedures during COVID-19 outbreak By www.ada.org Published On :: Thu, 19 Mar 2020 16:52:00 -0500 The ADA is releasing a guide intended to help dental offices navigate issues related to coding and billing for virtual check-ins in the midst of the COVID-19 outbreak. Full Article
dd ADA, recovery task force seek to address PPE shortages By www.ada.org Published On :: Wed, 22 Apr 2020 11:31:00 -0500 Association staff and members of the ADA Advisory Task Force on Dental Practice Recovery are aware and working diligently in addressing members’ concerns over the limited availability of certain personal protective equipment items. Full Article
dd Two new dental benefit guides address common hurdles anticipated when reopening practices By www.ada.org Published On :: Mon, 04 May 2020 11:26:00 -0500 In the face of economic challenges, the ADA has released two online guides relating to third-party payment programs available at ADA.org/virus that are intended to help smooth the path of reopening practices: Handling Contract Negotiations and Handling Eligibility Verification Full Article
dd Sleep Duration Patterns in Early to Middle Adulthood and Subsequent Risk of Type 2 Diabetes in Women By care.diabetesjournals.org Published On :: 2020-03-24T15:44:44-07:00 OBJECTIVETo identify sleep duration trajectories from early to middle adulthood and their associations with incident type 2 diabetes.RESEARCH DESIGN AND METHODSUsing a group-based modeling approach, we identified sleep duration trajectories based on sleep duration in ages 20–25, 26–35, 36–45, and 46+ years, which were retrospectively assessed in 2009 among 60,068 women from the Nurses’ Health Study II (median age 54.9 years) who were free of diabetes, cardiovascular disease, and cancer. We investigated the prospective associations between sleep duration trajectories and diabetes risk (2009–2017) using multivariable Cox proportional hazards models.RESULTSWe documented 1,797 incident diabetes cases over a median follow-up of 7.8 years (442,437 person-years). Six sleep duration trajectories were identified: persistent 5-, 6-, 7-, or 8-h sleep duration and increased or decreased sleep duration. After multivariable adjustment for diabetes risk factors, compared with the persistent 7-h sleep duration group, the hazard ratio was 1.43 (95% CI 1.10, 1.84) for the 5-h group, 1.17 (1.04, 1.33) for the 6-h group, 0.96 (0.84, 1.10) for the 8-h group, 1.33 (1.09, 1.61) for the increased sleep duration group, and 1.32 (1.10, 1.59) for the decreased sleep duration group. Additional adjustment for time-updated comorbidities and BMI attenuated these associations, although a significantly higher risk remained in the decreased sleep duration group (1.24 [1.03, 1.50]).CONCLUSIONSPersistent short sleep duration or changes in sleep duration from early to middle adulthood were associated with higher risk of type 2 diabetes in later life. These associations were weaker after obesity and metabolic comorbidities were accounted for. Full Article
dd Combination Therapy With Canagliflozin Plus Liraglutide Exerts Additive Effect on Weight Loss, but Not on HbA1c, in Patients With Type 2 Diabetes By care.diabetesjournals.org Published On :: 2020-03-27T15:11:48-07:00 OBJECTIVETo examine the effect of combination therapy with canagliflozin plus liraglutide on HbA1c, endogenous glucose production (EGP), and body weight versus each therapy alone.RESEARCH DESIGN AND METHODSForty-five patients with poorly controlled (HbA1c 7–11%) type 2 diabetes mellitus (T2DM) on metformin with or without sulfonylurea received a 9-h measurement of EGP with [3-3H]glucose infusion, after which they were randomized to receive 1) liraglutide 1.2 mg/day (LIRA); 2) canagliflozin 100 mg/day (CANA); or 3) liraglutide 1.2 mg plus canagliflozin 100 mg (CANA/LIRA) for 16 weeks. At 16 weeks, the EGP measurement was repeated.RESULTSThe mean decrease from baseline to 16 weeks in HbA1c was –1.67 ± 0.29% (P = 0.0001), –0.89 ± 0.24% (P = 0.002), and –1.44 ± 0.39% (P = 0.004) in patients receiving CANA/LIRA, CANA, and LIRA, respectively. The decrease in body weight was –6.0 ± 0.8 kg (P < 0.0001), –3.5 ± 0.5 kg (P < 0.0001), and –1.9 ± 0.8 kg (P = 0.03), respectively. CANA monotherapy caused a 9% increase in basal rate of EGP (P < 0.05), which was accompanied by a 50% increase (P < 0.05) in plasma glucagon-to-insulin ratio. LIRA monotherapy reduced plasma glucagon concentration and inhibited EGP. In CANA/LIRA-treated patients, EGP increased by 15% (P < 0.05), even though the plasma insulin response was maintained at baseline and the CANA-induced rise in plasma glucagon concentration was blocked.CONCLUSIONSThese results demonstrate that liraglutide failed to block the increase in EGP caused by canagliflozin despite blocking the rise in plasma glucagon and preventing the decrease in plasma insulin concentration caused by canagliflozin. The failure of liraglutide to prevent the increase in EGP caused by canagliflozin explains the lack of additive effect of these two agents on HbA1c. Full Article
dd Metabolic Factors, Lifestyle Habits, and Possible Polyneuropathy in Early Type 2 Diabetes: A Nationwide Study of 5,249 Patients in the Danish Centre for Strategic Research in Type 2 Diabetes (DD2) Cohort By care.diabetesjournals.org Published On :: 2020-04-28T09:53:07-07:00 OBJECTIVETo investigate the association of metabolic and lifestyle factors with possible diabetic polyneuropathy (DPN) and neuropathic pain in patients with early type 2 diabetes.RESEARCH DESIGN AND METHODSWe thoroughly characterized 6,726 patients with recently diagnosed diabetes. After a median of 2.8 years, we sent a detailed questionnaire on neuropathy, including the Michigan Neuropathy Screening Instrument questionnaire (MNSIq), to identify possible DPN (score ≥4) and the Douleur Neuropathique en 4 Questions (DN4) questionnaire for possible associated neuropathic pain (MNSIq ≥4 + pain in both feet + DN4 score ≥3).RESULTSAmong 5,249 patients with data on both DPN and pain, 17.9% (n = 938) had possible DPN, including 7.4% (n = 386) with possible neuropathic pain. In regression analyses, central obesity (waist circumference, waist-to-hip ratio, and waist-to-height ratio) was markedly associated with DPN. Other important metabolic factors associated with DPN included hypertriglyceridemia ≥1.7 mmol/L, adjusted prevalence ratio (aPR) 1.36 (95% CI 1.17; 1.59); decreased HDL cholesterol <1.0/1.2 mmol/L (male/female), aPR 1.35 (95% CI 1.12; 1.62); hs-CRP ≥3.0 mg/L, aPR 1.66 (95% CI 1.42; 1.94); C-peptide ≥1,550 pmol/L, aPR 1.72 (95% CI 1.43; 2.07); HbA1c ≥78 mmol/mol, aPR 1.42 (95% CI 1.06; 1.88); and antihypertensive drug use, aPR 1.34 (95% CI 1.16; 1.55). Smoking, aPR 1.50 (95% CI 1.24; 1.81), and lack of physical activity (0 vs. ≥3 days/week), aPR 1.61 (95% CI 1.39; 1.85), were also associated with DPN. Smoking, high alcohol intake, and failure to increase activity after diabetes diagnosis associated with neuropathic pain.CONCLUSIONSPossible DPN was associated with metabolic syndrome factors, insulin resistance, inflammation, and modifiable lifestyle habits in early type 2 diabetes. Full Article
dd Securing the Border: Defining the Current Population Living in the Shadows and Addressing Future Flows By www.migrationpolicy.org Published On :: Tue, 24 Mar 2015 12:34:40 -0400 Testimony of Marc Rosenblum before the Senate Committee on Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs for the March 26, 2015 hearing on the characteristics of unauthorized immigrants in the United States and how to address future flows. Full Article
dd Watch: Tinsley Mortimer, Scott Kluth planning 'small' wedding By www.upi.com Published On :: Fri, 08 May 2020 09:43:18 -0400 "Real Housewives of New York" star Tinsley Mortimer gave an update on her wedding plans amid the coronavirus pandemic. Full Article
dd [ Add-ons ] Open Question : Finding a way to backup with external harddrive? By answers.yahoo.com Published On :: Sat, 09 May 2020 17:16:10 +0000 I'm trying to make a backup to an external harddrive, but when I go to update & security and then to back up, I don't find the option to 'add a drive'. It's completely empty, even though my computer is detecting the external harddrive. Where do I find the option to backup files? I'm using windows 10 Full Article
dd [ Politics ] Open Question : Trump supporters: Do you watch Disney and Pixar movies even though they carry hidden liberal agendas? By answers.yahoo.com Published On :: Sat, 09 May 2020 17:23:37 +0000 Do you let your kids watch Disney and Pixar movies? They're all created by liberals. Full Article
dd The Multicultural Dilemma: Amid Rising Diversity and Unsettled Equity Issues, New Zealand Seeks to Address Its Past and Present By www.migrationpolicy.org Published On :: Wed, 04 Sep 2019 15:12:38 -0400 New Zealand drew global attention for its unity and support for the Muslim community targeted during the horrific Christchurch attacks. Yet the country's road to inclusion has been far from straightforward, and amid rising diversity it is grappling with the best way to achieve inclusion for its multiethnic population, including indigenous Māori peoples and migrants. This article outlines the opportunities and challenges to fostering multiculturalism against a backdrop of bicultural policies. Full Article
dd Legal Migration Pathways to Europe for Low- and Middle-Skilled Migrants By www.migrationpolicy.org Published On :: Sat, 05 Oct 2019 09:38:55 -0400 This event hosted by MPI Europe and the Research Unit of the Expert Council of German Foundations on Integration and Migration featured a discussion of research into legal migration pathways for work and training for low- and middle-skilled migrants. Full Article
dd Turning the Tide: Addressing the Long-Term Challenges of EU Mobility for Sending Countries By www.migrationpolicy.org Published On :: Thu, 21 Nov 2019 17:52:46 -0500 Amid ongoing debates about the costs and benefits of free movement, this MPI Europe webchat examines big-picture trends of East-West migration; considers possible policy responses at regional, national, and EU levels to alleviate some of the challenges; and reflects on realistic actions that could be taken under the incoming European Commission. Full Article
dd Addressing Trauma in Young Children in Immigrant and Refugee Families through Early Childhood Programs By www.migrationpolicy.org Published On :: Mon, 25 Mar 2019 09:18:38 -0400 During this webinar, speakers discuss a MPI policy brief that explores the intersection of trauma and early childhood development, exploring how migration-related trauma and stressors can influence the wellbeing of young children of immigrants, and points to key opportunities for states to support, through early childhood and other programs. Full Article
dd Expansion of legal migration opportunities for third-country nationals, particularly in middle- and low-skill sectors, holds potential but should not be oversold as migration management tool, new study cautions By www.migrationpolicy.org Published On :: Mon, 21 Oct 2019 17:18:25 -0400 BRUSSELS — While the European Union has called on Member States to expand channels for foreign workers as a way to meet labour market needs and potentially tackle spontaneous migration, they have struggled to deliver on this pledge. To date, policies have focused more on attracting high-skilled workers, but less attention has been paid to admission of low- or middle-skilled nationals. Policymakers would do well not to overestimate the potential of legal channels to reduce irregular migration. Full Article
dd Phillippa's Christmas Pudding By www.abc.net.au Published On :: Tue, 20 Oct 2015 12:50:00 +1100 This recipe was featured on Foodie Tuesday, a weekly segment with Raf Epstein on Drive, 774 ABC Melbourne, 3:30 PM, courtesy of Phillippa Grogan. Her new book is 'Phillippa's Home Baking.' Full Article ABC Local melbourne Lifestyle and Leisure:Recipes:All Lifestyle and Leisure:Recipes:Christmas Australia:VIC:Melbourne 3000
dd Muhallabiya (citris pudding) By www.abc.net.au Published On :: Tue, 15 Dec 2015 12:04:00 +1100 This recipe was featured on Foodie Tuesday, a weekly segment with Richelle Hunt on Drive, 774 ABC Melbourne, 3:30 PM, courtesy of Hana Assafiri. Hana's new book is called "Moroccan Soup Bar: Recipes of a Spoken Menu." Full Article ABC Local melbourne Lifestyle and Leisure:Recipes:All Australia:VIC:Melbourne 3000
dd Flinders island lamb saddle, crushed peppered turnip, fried salt bush By www.abc.net.au Published On :: Tue, 19 Jul 2016 14:22:00 +1000 This recipe features on Foodie Tuesday, a weekly segment on 774 Drive with Raf Epstein, 3.30PM, courtesy of David Hall of Pure South Dining Full Article ABC Local melbourne Lifestyle and Leisure:Recipes:Main Australia:VIC:Melbourne 3000
dd Lemony myrtle delicious pudding By www.abc.net.au Published On :: Fri, 19 Aug 2016 10:25:00 +1000 Sometimes these old desserts are just the ticket on a winter's night. We have used a little lemon myrtle powder to add that native home growing touch to this gorgeous pudding. Full Article ABC Local northcoast Lifestyle and Leisure:Food and Cooking:All Lifestyle and Leisure:Recipes:All Lifestyle and Leisure:Recipes:Main Australia:NSW:Lismore 2480
dd Vanilla-scented Baked Rice Pudding By www.abc.net.au Published On :: Tue, 13 Sep 2016 11:44:00 +1000 This recipe features on Foodie Tuesday, a weekly segment on 774 Drive with Raf Epstein, 3.30PM, shared by the Dinner Ladies (Katherine Westwood & Sophie Gilliatt) Full Article ABC Local melbourne Lifestyle and Leisure:Recipes:All Australia:VIC:Melbourne 3000
dd Rich and warm teff pudding By www.abc.net.au Published On :: Tue, 08 Aug 2017 10:38:00 +1000 Here's a healthy, rich and super tasty teff pudding for a stylish breakfast, brunch or anytime snack. Full Article ABC Local northcoast Lifestyle and Leisure:Food and Cooking:All Lifestyle and Leisure:Recipes:All Lifestyle and Leisure:Recipes:Main Australia:NSW:Lismore 2480
dd Legal Migration Pathways to Europe for Low- and Middle-Skilled Migrants By www.migrationpolicy.org Published On :: Thu, 24 Oct 2019 11:17:54 -0400 This event hosted by MPI Europe and the Research Unit of the Expert Council of German Foundations on Integration and Migration featured a discussion on research into legal migration pathways for work and training for low- and middle-skilled migrants. Full Article
dd Turning the Tide: Addressing the Long-Term Challenges of EU Mobility for Sending Countries By www.migrationpolicy.org Published On :: Thu, 05 Dec 2019 15:26:24 -0500 Amid ongoing debates about the costs and benefits of free movement, this MPI webinar examines evidence from the EU-funded REMINDER project on different types of East-West mobility. Speakers examine big-picture trends of East-West migration; consider possible policy responses at regional, national, and EU levels to alleviate some of the challenges; and reflect on realistic actions that could be taken under a new European Commission. Full Article
dd Addressing Trauma in Young Children in Immigrant and Refugee Families through Early Childhood Programs By www.migrationpolicy.org Published On :: Wed, 03 Apr 2019 18:32:45 -0400 During this webinar, speakers provide an overview of an MPI policy brief that seeks to raise awareness of the intersection of trauma and early childhood development, and how U.S. early childhood programs could more effectively address this trauma in young children in refugee and immigrant households. The participants discuss efforts to integrate trauma-informed approaches into early childhood systems and how home visiting services can effectively address trauma and mental health through a two-generation approach. Full Article
dd What's So Tough About Taking Insulin? Addressing the Problem of Psychological Insulin Resistance in Type 2 Diabetes By clinical.diabetesjournals.org Published On :: 2004-07-01 William H. PolonskyJul 1, 2004; 22:147-150Practical Pointers Full Article
dd Cuddling: The Amazing Effect On Your Brain By www.spring.org.uk Published On :: Sat, 09 May 2020 15:30:14 +0000 For the study, 10 couples spent 45 minutes inside a brain scanner together in close physical contact. → Support PsyBlog for just $5 per month. Enables access to articles marked (M) and removes ads. → Explore PsyBlog's ebooks, all written by Dr Jeremy Dean: Accept Yourself: How to feel a profound sense of warmth and self-compassion The Anxiety Plan: 42 Strategies For Worry, Phobias, OCD and Panic Spark: 17 Steps That Will Boost Your Motivation For Anything Activate: How To Find Joy Again By Changing What You Do Full Article Relationships
dd Is Addiction Hereditary? By feedproxy.google.com Published On :: Thu, 26 Mar 2020 17:17:17 +0000 Addiction is a major health problem, both mentally and physically. In fact, it is probably one of the most complicated illnesses to deal with because it is has to be dealt with on both a physical and psychological level. Approximately one in eight adults struggle with drug and alcohol addiction at the same time and […] Full Article Abnormal Psychology Definitions addiction genes alcohol addiction drug addiction treatment newsnow what is addiction
dd Hidden Segregation Within Schools Is Tracked in New Study By feedproxy.google.com Published On :: Tue, 25 Feb 2020 00:00:00 +0000 When schools reduce racial segregation between schools, racial isolation within the classes inside those schools goes up, according to an analysis of 20 years of North Carolina data. Full Article North_Carolina
dd Staff Email Addresses Removed From District Websites to Improve Cybersecurity By feedproxy.google.com Published On :: Wed, 05 Dec 2018 00:00:00 +0000 Some district technology leaders say having staff email addresses publicly available opens the door for phishing scams and potential hacks. Full Article Virginia
dd Texas Directed to Take Additional Actions to Remedy Special Education Violations By feedproxy.google.com Published On :: Sat, 20 Oct 2018 00:00:00 +0000 Thousands of Texas children are believed to have been kept from special education services because of a now-prohibited special education enrollment target of 8.5 percent, which is well below the national average. Full Article Texas
dd Eight States Add Citizenship Test as Graduation Requirement By feedproxy.google.com Published On :: Tue, 18 Aug 2015 00:00:00 +0000 Advocates have plans to push more state legislatures to pass laws requiring high schoolers to pass a citizenship test in order to graduate in coming years. Full Article North_Dakota
dd Lessons From a 'Hidden Gem' in Alabama By feedproxy.google.com Published On :: Tue, 27 Sep 2016 00:00:00 +0000 A rural Southern school with a predominantly Native American population engages the whole community in its continued quest for improvement. Full Article Alabama
dd New Jersey Solicits Community Input on Later Middle, High School Start Times By feedproxy.google.com Published On :: Wed, 04 May 2016 00:00:00 +0000 State education officials are responding to a state law passed last year requiring them to solicit feedback from the community on the impact of implementing later school start times for middle and high school students. Full Article New_Jersey
dd Called to the islands / Alison Todd. By www.catalog.slsa.sa.gov.au Published On :: The memoirs of Alison Todd MBE, a retired minister who, as a young woman, went to the New Hebrides (later Vanuatu) as a missionary nurse. She spent nearly twenty years there, establishing a successful clinic on the island of Paama, and helping medical services on Tanna prepare for independence. Full Article
dd Just a girl from Crewe / Janice Madden. By www.catalog.slsa.sa.gov.au Published On :: Full Article
dd Carly Tarkari Dodd : shackled excellence : 1 October - 10 December 2019 / curated by Adele Sliuzas ; photography by Morgon Sette. By www.catalog.slsa.sa.gov.au Published On :: Carly Dodd is a KaurnaNarungga and Ngarrindjeri artist. Carly mixes traditional and contemporary techniques, to produce works that are conceptually and culturally driven. Jack Buckskin is a Kaurna, Narungga and Wirangu man, born in the Adelaide Plains region, who has dedicated himself to learning and sharing the Kaurna language and culture. Full Article
dd Modelling carp biomass : estimates for the year 2023 / Charles R. Todd, John D. Koehn, Tim R. Brown, Ben Fanson, Shane Brooks and Ivor Stuart. By www.catalog.slsa.sa.gov.au Published On :: Full Article
dd Portfolio additional estimates statements 2018-19 : explanations of additional estimates 2018-19 : Prime Minister and Cabinet Portfolio / Department of the Prime Minister and Cabinet. By www.catalog.slsa.sa.gov.au Published On :: Full Article
dd Stigma & Resilience Framework : (National strategic framework to address HIV stigma and build resilience capacity for people living with HIV) / written and edited by Brent Allan and Kirsten Machon. By www.catalog.slsa.sa.gov.au Published On :: "The HIV resilience framework will be of relevance to a wide range of people involved at all levels of the HIV response. We hope it provides encouragement for government decision makers and policy developers to pursue consistent and enabling policy and legislative environments and work cooperatively between jurisdictions and across departments to achieve best practice. Our consultation suggests that consistent legislation with the goal of supporting strong health outcomes, making disclosure safe, and eliminating stigmatising laws is crucial to creating environments in which people with HIV feel safe to access testing, treatment, and care. The HIV resilience framework also contains valuable insights for those who have responsibility for HIV health program management and service delivery, providing guidance to help ensure that programs, services, interventions or strategies supporting people living with HIV are developed and delivered in a way that is mindful of the interlinked twin goals of building personal resilience and eliminating stigma and discrimination." --President's message (page 6). Full Article