Second generation of HIV surveillance system : a pattern for Iran
Joint Authors
Askarian, M.
Nimah Allah, M.
Khalesi, N.
Moghaddasi, H.
Source
Iranian Red Crescent Medical Journal
Issue
Vol. 14, Issue 5 (31 May. 2012), pp.309-312, 4 p.
Publisher
Publication Date
2012-05-31
Country of Publication
United Arab Emirates
No. of Pages
4
Main Subjects
Topics
Abstract EN
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.
American Psychological Association (APA)
Nimah Allah, M.& Khalesi, N.& Moghaddasi, H.& Askarian, M.. 2012. Second generation of HIV surveillance system : a pattern for Iran. Iranian Red Crescent Medical Journal،Vol. 14, no. 5, pp.309-312.
https://search.emarefa.net/detail/BIM-311708
Modern Language Association (MLA)
Nimah Allah, M.…[et al.]. Second generation of HIV surveillance system : a pattern for Iran. Iranian Red Crescent Medical Journal Vol. 14, no. 5 (May. 2012), pp.309-312.
https://search.emarefa.net/detail/BIM-311708
American Medical Association (AMA)
Nimah Allah, M.& Khalesi, N.& Moghaddasi, H.& Askarian, M.. Second generation of HIV surveillance system : a pattern for Iran. Iranian Red Crescent Medical Journal. 2012. Vol. 14, no. 5, pp.309-312.
https://search.emarefa.net/detail/BIM-311708
Data Type
Journal Articles
Language
English
Notes
Includes bibliographical references : p. 312
Record ID
BIM-311708