Modelling HIV/AIDS epidemics in Botswana and India: impact of interventions to prevent transmission

• Main Authors: Nagelkerke Nico J.D (Author), Jha Prabhat (Author), Vlas Sake J. de (Author), Korenromp Eline L. (Author), Moses Stephen (Author), Blanchard James F. (Author), Plummer Frank A. (Author)
• Format: Book
• Published: The World Health Organization, 2002-01-01T00:00:00Z.
• Subjects: article
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OBJECTIVE: To describe a dynamic compartmental simulation model for Botswana and India, developed to identify the best strategies for preventing spread of HIV/AIDS. METHODS: The following interventions were considered: a behavioural intervention focused on female sex workers; a conventional programm...