HIV and Me

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General Information

   
Extext:    48 pages.
ISBN: 0975199633
RRP: $14.95 (Generous discounts apply for large orders)

HIV and me presents the facts about HIV and AIDS in easy to understand language for early adolescents. Using colourful, quirky drawings, the book informs readers of all ages about the complex topics of HIV and AIDS and their prevention.

This version of the book has been produced for the Pacific / Papua New Guinea market. However, translations of the text and drawings tailored to other markets can be produced on request. Please contact the publishers for further details.

 Tok Pisin version now available. Contact FarrBooks for details.

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About the Author and Illustrator

Steve Lambert (author) has been working in the HIV sector since the early 1990s, first in the community and then in the area of medical education. Steve is a qualified teacher and he has also completed post-graduate studies in public health. Working in education and health, combined with his continued work in HIV, has given Steve the knowledge and special skills required for this book.

Matt Tesch (illustrator) has more than 20 years’ experience in art and designing for print. He has been a key contributor to several published reference books and to numerous community organisations in that time.

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Table of Contents

Chapter 1   My body
Chapter 2   HIV – what is it?
Chapter 3   How my body reacts
Chapter 4   How can I catch HIV?
Chapter 5   Staying safe from HIV
Chapter 6   Myths about HIV
Chapter 7   Living with HIV
Chapter 8   Respecting people with HIV
Glossary    Keywords explained

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