Document 2393
 DOCN  M94A2393
 TI    HIV seroprevalence trends among women in developing countries.
 DT    9412
 AU    Stanecki KA; Way PO; Center for International Research, U.S. Bureau of
       the Census,; Washington, D.C. 20233-3700.
 SO    Int Conf AIDS. 1994 Aug 7-12;10(1):314 (abstract no. PC0187). Unique
       Identifier : AIDSLINE ICA10/94370182
 AB    OBJECTIVE: To describe trends and patterns of HIV infection among women
       in developing countries. METHODS: Data from the HIV/AIDS Surveillance
       Data Base are used to describe patterns of HIV seroprevalence among
       women in Africa, Asia, and Latin America. Differences in HIV
       seroprevalence by age, between men and women, and between urban and
       rural areas are investigated. Patterns and trends in infection, by
       gender, are shown in graphs by country and displayed in maps. RESULTS
       AND DISCUSSION: Although currently, more men than women are HIV
       infected, the gap is decreasing despite survey data showing more men
       than women engaging in high-risk behavior. Women are more at risk to HIV
       infection not only biologically but also socially. Women are also being
       infected at younger ages than men. Women do not have the same economic
       or political opportunities as men by which to negotiate and protect
       themselves. The data indicate that the HIV epidemic among women is
       different not only by region but within country. Infection levels among
       women impact the number of infected infants and children. Intervention
       and prevention strategies need to reflect these differences among women.
 DE    *Developing Countries  Female  Human  HIV Seroprevalence/*TRENDS  Male
       Risk Factors  Sex Behavior  MEETING ABSTRACT

       SOURCE: National Library of Medicine.  NOTICE: This material may be
       protected by Copyright Law (Title 17, U.S.Code).