Lessons Learned From the AIDS Crisis in Lordegan, Iran, 2019

Abstract

AIDS is an acquired immunodeficiency syndrome caused by human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) [1, 2]. AIDS is among the major challenges to the health system in all countries. This health challenge has spread to all countries and all age groups, especially those 25-34 years. The probability of transmission of AIDS ranges from 70% by blood transfusion to 30% by sexual intercourse, mother-to-child transmission, and other blood products [3-5].

Keywords

• aids
• addiction
• risk communication
• social crisis
• stigma
• lordegan