Author:
Bell, Sigall K.
Imprint:Santa Barbara, Calif. : Greenwood, c2011.
Descriptionxvi, 151 p. : ill. ; 24 cm.
Note:Historical perspective : Where did HIV come from? -- What is HIV? -- An introduction to the human immune system -- HIV around the world -- HIV transmission -- How does HIV affect the body? -- Diagnosis and treatment -- Cultural impact of HIV -- Lessons learned and future directions -- "My story" -- What you can do.
Bibliography Note:Includes bibliographical references (p. [135]-143) and index.
Note:"This comprehensive review examines the biological, medical, social, historical, and political aspects of HIV/AIDS"-- Provided by publisher.
