CAFOD Policy Briefing Paper
Report of Meeting: 4 November 2014, Roma
Globalization and Health 2012, 8:15
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What are the political, economic, social and security implications of the Ebola crisis, with a particular focus on Sierra Leone?
Barriers to HIV Services and Treatment for Persons with Disabilities in Zambia
The 80-page report documents the obstacles faced by people with disabilities in both the community and healthcare settings. These include pervasive stigma and discrimination, lack of access to inclusive HIV prevention ed...ucation, obstacles to accessing voluntary testing and HIV treatment, and lack of appropriate support for adherence to antiretroviral treatment. The report also describes the sexual and intimate partner violence women and girls with disabilities face, and the need for the government and international donors to do more to ensure inclusive and accessible HIV services.
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Morbidity and Mortality Weekly Report (MMWR):
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