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Review of new NSPs in Asia and the Pacific Region Scoring and Explanations Download this publication |
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It has been 12 years since the last report on HIV and sexually transmitted infection (STI) was published by the Regional Office for the Western Pacific (WPRO) of the World Health Organization in 1999. This report documents the achievements and challenges of the Region’s health sector response to the epidemic over the past decade. It identifies key technical recommendations to further reduce the number of new infections, and prolong and improve the quality of life of people living with HIV in the Region. |
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In July 2012, there were 278 new HIV Absero-positive individuals confirmed by the STD/AIDS Cooperative Central Laboratory (SACCL) and reported to the HIV and AIDS Registry (Table 1). This was 36% higher compared to the same period last year (n=204 in 2011) [Figure 1]. Download this publication |
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Global Fact Sheets by UNAIDS July (2012) |
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Regional Fact Sheets by UNAIDS July (2012) |
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Core Epidemiology Slides. |
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The global community has made great progress in responding to the AIDS epidemic. More people than ever are receiving treatment, care and support. The prevention revolution is delivering dramatic results while science is offering new hope. |
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This year’s report on progress towards the Millennium Development Goals (MDGs) highlights several milestones. The target of reducing extreme poverty by half has been reached five years ahead of the 2015 deadline, as has the target of halving the proportion of people who lack dependable access to improved sources of drinking water. Conditions for more than 200 million people living in slums have been ameliorated—double the 2020 target. Primary school enrolment of girls equalled that of boys, and we have seen accelerating progress in reducing child and maternal mortality. |
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Bangladesh is a major supplier of labour to the world market. Female migrant workers are increasingly important for the Bangladeshi job market, as they contribute to poverty reduction and economic growth. Though the sector has significant potential to grow given the demand, there are challenges that put the rights of female migrant workers at risk. |
