Men’s Health

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Introduction
HIV affects a significant population in the globe. However, it is among the health ailments that contribute to an increase in the mortality rates. The gay men are affected by the virus hence the need for implementation of the intervention strategies. Aspects such as group as well as individual intervention can curb the adverse implications of HIV. Among the factors leading to the HIV, sexual activities contribute highly to the condition. Public education and awareness play a critical role in lessening the adverse effects of the state. Every person has a responsibility in reducing the severe prevalence of the condition. The African Americans are significantly influenced by the status among various groups such as the Latino and the Caucasian. The paper explores the HIV/ AIDs intervention strategies.
Addressing HIV at Population Level
Voluntary Counseling and testing
HIV test is a critical approach to reducing the prevalence at the population level. The method helps people to know their status which may change their lifestyles such as diet. However, testing allows people to access the lifesaving medical care that may curb new forms of infections (Papageorge, 2010). The approach is therefore critical in reducing the transmission behaviors mainly through sexual activities.
HIV Treatment
The HIV positive individuals should obtain HIV treatment thus helping in reducing the mortality rates. The antiretroviral drugs are essential in lessening the HIV plasma levels.

However, the use of the ART drugs has been influenced by the country’s economic status (Pantaleo & Levy, 2016). Individuals from the low-income communities have been faced with the challenges of accessing the treatment. It is crucial for the government and other sectors to implement social programs to cater for every person in the community.
Modification of Behavior
Behavioral interventions can help curb the transmission of the HIV among the population. Use of condom helps to reduce the sexual transmission that may be severe to a person. Creation of awareness and health promotion programs contribute significantly to changing the peoples’ behavior.
Determining Appropriate HIV interventions
Health education, as well as the risk reduction aspects, is issues to consider to aid in determining the appropriateness of HIV intervention. It is critical to dispel the myths regarding the transmission and treatment of the HIV (Vanderford, Adamski & Silvestri, 2010). Public education helps to curtail the myths and enhance a healthy lifestyle among the communities. Various aspects are considered during public education. Cultural competence and the age are a critical consideration during health promotions and training.
Collaboration and partnerships are critical in developing the HIV interventions. Cooperation with the healthcare providers and the government can help in implementing the mitigations and interventions.
However, the non-governmental organizations can also play a vital role in nurturing the interventions. The government can help in reducing the cost of the HIV treatment drugs thus increasing the patient’s quality of life.
Conclusion
In summary, HIV/AIDS is a severe condition that can affect any member of the society. Gay men are significantly affected by the disease. Utilization of the intervention strategies has eased the aspect of public education. Creation of awareness plays a critical role in reducing the transmission of the condition due to the change of behavior. The government and other stakeholders should consent to help in implementing distinct strategies to curb HIV. The aspect of public education enhances patient safety and clinical care thus promoting the quality of life. Eventually, the HIV condition will be curtailed, and the intervention will aid advancing the quality of life.
References
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Vanderford, T., Adamski, J., & Silvestri, G. (2010). HIV-associated chronic immune activation:
current understandings and therapeutic intervention. HIV Therapy, 4(2), 161-177. http://dx.doi.org/10.2217/hiv.10.2