Aids Crossing Borders: The Spread Of Hiv Among Migrant Latinos

by Shiraz I. Mishra (Editor)

Overview

This book is the collection of research studies, focusing specifically on migrant Latino farmworkers. It provides the reader with a comprehensive analysis of the impact of the HIV/AIDS epidemic among the Latino farmworking population.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9780367165246
Publisher:	Taylor & Francis
Publication date:	05/31/2021
Pages:	224
Product dimensions:	6.00(w) x 9.31(h) x (d)

Table of Contents

Part One: Introduction 1. Migrant Workers in the United States: A Profile From the Fields Part Two: Research Reports 2. A Growing HIV/AIDS Crisis Among Migrant and Seasonal Farmworker Families 3. Perspectives on HIV/AIDS Prevention Among Immigrants on the U.S.-Mexico Border 4. Sexual History and Behavior of Mexican Migrant Workers in Orange County, California 5. The Underground World of Latina Sex Workers in Cantinas 6. Mexican Men, Female Sex Workers and HIV/AIDS at the U.S.-Mexico Border 7. Risk Factors for HIV and AIDS Among Latino Farmworkers in Pennsylvania 8. Evaluation of an HIV Prevention Program Among Latino Farmworkers Part Three: Conclusions 9. HIV Prevention Policies and Programs: Perspectives from Researchers, Migrant Workers and Policymakers

Editorial Reviews

Physicians, anthropologists, and psychologists contribute seven research studies which together offer a profile of the HIV prevention, surveillance, and treatment needs of Latino migrant farm workers in the US. Analysis covers perceptions of risk, sexual beliefs and practices, effects of migration on changing risk profiles, prevention efforts, and policies and programs that may stem the spread of HIV among this population. Annotation c. Book News, Inc., Portland, OR (booknews.com)

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