The Human Immune Deficiency Virus

Many people are unaware of their health status further increasing transmission of disease in young adult African American(AA) women age 18-24. Human Immunodeficiency Viruses (HIV) infects and also destroy blood cells (i.e. lymphocytes) that the body need to fight off infection (Mays 2011). African American women HIV positive, age 18-24 the magnitude of issue of the health disparity in this particular population will be addressed along with the many factors of social and health determinants. The health concern is towards the increase of transmission among young AA mothers and their children who are the health outcomes in many ways than one. The many social and health determinants that affect the women today are on going cycles that have yet to be broken. African American women make 64% of new infection cases for HIV. African american obtain a vulnerability unlike other minorities. The health population’s culture and stigma has played an important role in the community. The concern for AA women is the increase of new cases and most importantly the spread of the disease to these women’s children. The mortality rate of AA women with HIV is 47.1% as of 2012. (Siddiqi 2015)

In today’s world we seem to put aside things that we consider no longer a threat. Well we are wrong to do this, because HIV/AIDS still affects over 5.4 million people that are walking around with this infection or full blown AIDS. They are friends, Criminals, neighbors, and even children attending school, etc. So, why do we think it is ok to not worry about a problem that does not have a cure, but only a life time of meds? Within this qualitative research method, we will explore Sexual risk, there or the Measures, Sexual risk, method, demographics, HIV/AIDS risk and may add other areas as they relate to this study.

Human Immunodefiency Virus has become all too common in my hometown Baton Rouge, Louisiana. Rapidly this city has taken the number one spot leading the nation cases per capita of 100,000 people, according to Rene Taylor, Executive Director of Family Services of Greater Baton Rouge. (Feb., 2018). Baton Rouge holds its highest HIV cases in the North Baton Rouge area, where African Americas account for 95% of the residents. Studies show that age, poverty and education level is concurrent with most people infected with the virus. Baton Rouge has many organizations and government funded programs for all residents but coherence is proven to be low. Therefore, I posed the question: How do we decrease the HIV percental in Baton Rouge? I suggest we decrease the HIV epidemic in Baton Rouge by first, providing mandatory Education and statistics about the virus. Secondly, promoting

The prevalence of HIV in the African American community is unmatched by any other population. African Americans accounted for 49% of all HIV related deaths in 2010 (CDC, 2014). In my specialty area of family practice, I have encountered only one non-minority patient with HIV; all others have been African-American. This population needs to be of high consideration for disease education. African Americans are typically unaware of resources available to prevent the transmission of this disease, as well as testing available to them in their communities. African American children, especially, are at greater risk for HIV due to lack of knowledge and earlier age of engaging in sexual intercourse. They are typically unaware that their behavior can yield such a negative outcome (CDC, 2012). Many urban schools lack proper funding to accommodate a sexual education curriculum. It is of increased importance to raise awareness, educate and provide a plan of care for the African American teenage and adult population, as the incidence of this disease rises daily.

To decrease or alleviate the HIV epidemic among young African American (MSM) there are three strategies that should be implemented among this population of young men. First, the health disparities among this population should be identified. Secondly, HIV stigmas and barriers that prevent young African

Poverty is not just about income, but it is about the health of people, their feelings, relationships and the environment, and society (Sutherland, 2013). According to the National Center for Children in Poverty (NCCP) (2016), the highest poverty rate is among African Americans, which make up 27.4 percent. In addition, children under the age of 18, which is about 21 percent of about 15.3 million, live in poverty. The concern related to this population is the chances of adolescent getting HIV. According to McKay, Alicea, Elwyn, McClain, Parker, Small, and Mellins (2014), 50 percent of adolescents and young adults are infected with HIV each year. In addition, due to the fact that some adolescent

However, there is growing concern about the disproportionate increase of HIV among adolescent African American males ages 13-19. These adolescent males count for 37 percent of the cases, which double their representation in their general population. Although, Poverty is a major

One of the major topics correlated with adolescents is the increase in sexual activity among adolescents (Miller & More, 1990). The dramatic increase in sexual intercourse among members of the United States, mostly homosexual men, lead to one of the worst epidemics in history, the AIDS

HIV is highly prevalent among the United States population, primarily affecting African Americans of all economic levels and age groups. HIV is transmissible through sexual contact and damages the immune system as it interferes with the individual’s capability to fight off any infections or illnesses. Health inequalities that greatly affect the high rates of HIV include but are not limited to: higher rates of poverty, lack of awareness, intercourse within the same sex, having anxiety towards getting tested for STD’s or HIV, as well as being fearful of “coming out”. Local, state, and nationwide organizations are designed to inform and provide assistance to those who have been diagnosed with HIV/AIDS. S.A.A.F. (Southern Arizona AIDS Foundation)

A prevalent issue in the Orangeburg community is the steadily increasing rate of the human immunodeficiency virus, which is known as the HIV. The HIV epidemic has been an imperative issue on the campuses of SC State and Claflin University, but this issue is expanding. Many students who are infected by this disease do not know they have it, or the consequences behind HIV. Unfortunately, others intentionally spread this epidemic to others despite the consequences that occur with it. According to SCDHEC, black males are leading the epidemic with a rate of 592.1 while black females lead with a rate of 249.2 (SCDHEC 39). The issue of HIV is primarily in the African American community and it’s tearing down the community. Although the rapid spread

The state of Georgia is still ranked high for the many HIV/AIDS reported cases.  HIV?AIDS affected gays, teenager and especially African-American women because little is known about family planning. Even though HIV is not considered the primary cause of death for Americans, it is considered the leading cause of death for particular age groups.  The HIV/AIDS budget has decrease and many services had been reduced. Many programs and organization in Georgia like the Center for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) are developing ways to minimize the spread of this disease, with a requirement of a new approach on prevention, treatments, testing and education those living with HIV often. Not many people living with HIV know the knowledge of transmission

Maya A. Corneille, Raymond H. Tademy, Mitchelle C. Reid, Faye Z. Belgrave and Aashir Nasim were the authors of the article. They obtained admirable educational backgrounds, and withhold outstanding credentials. In addition, A. Nasim, M. Corneille, and F. Belgrave have their Ph.D. which determines their experienced backgrounds, which includes them writing over 28 articles. R.H Tademy and M.C Reid are much less experience in result of 9 other published article. When I reviewed the authors, I realized that they share a common interest of study; which is implementing health promotion among African American adolescents and young adults. Their commitment to organizing the development of HIV prevention programs and sexual safety motives among young adults exemplified compassion and care. I also noticed that the authors remain active throughout the community by serving as a member of many organizations and agencies that has helped raise funds for health promotion.

Human immune-deficiency virus is often abbreviated to “HIV”, and it is one of the most feared sexually transmitted diseases in this generation. The virus replicates and destroys the T cells of the body that is meant to suppress and control infections. As the T cells deteriorates, the body becomes more vulnerable to infections and diseases, and the immune system weakens more until it eventually leads to death if left uncontrolled. This paper is designed to identify the problem or disease process, discuss how HIV relates to the Helene Fuld School of Nursing (HFSON) conceptual framework, and discuss nursing practice roles that relate to HIV, a complete nursing care plan for HIV patients and finally, an evidence-based practice relating to HIV.

According to NATIONAL SURVEY OF TEENS AND YOUNG ADULTS ON HIV/AIDS, “There are more than 1.1 million people in the United States living with HIV today, more than at any time in the history of the epidemic. Young people account for two in five new infections in the U.S., and minorities and gay men have been disproportionately affected. To better understand the views of young people in the U.S. on HIV/AIDS at this critical juncture in the epidemic, the Kaiser Family Foundation contracted with the research firm GfK in the fall of 2012 to conduct a national survey of 1,437 teens and young adults ages 15 through 24.( Kaiser Family Foundation 2012)” Nowadays, the age of maturity starts at an early age. From that point, they enter a world full of sexual desires that is apart of being human. This is why it is important for the parent(s) to be

According to the Foundation for AIDS Research, “Among the 1.1 million Americans living with HIV/AIDS, twenty-five percent of them are between the ages of 13 and 24” (The Foundation for AIDS Research [amfAR], 2015). In other words, HIV/AIDS (Human Immunodeficiency Virus/Acquired Immunodeficiency Syndrome) is very common among teenagers and young adults. People in this age group are infected with HIV every day. As a result, Healthy People 2020, a nationwide health initiative, includes goals specifically geared towards HIV/AIDS among youth. The objectives of Healthy People 2020 regarding HIV/AIDS in youth are related to some of the provisions of the Affordable Care Act (ACA). The ACA strives to solve the issue HIV/AIDS by eliminating the main causes of transmission. The primary reasons for HIV/AIDS in young people are low rates of condom use, substance use, and low rates of testing. Through the stipulations of the ACA, the goals of Healthy People 2020 concerning HIV/AIDS among young people will be met.