Applied Ethics and HIV-AIDS in Africa A Philosophical Discourse (Second Ed)

Kenya is at the cusp of attaining HIV epidemic control. With a four-decade old epidemic, that at its height ravaged through the country with devastating effects at all levels, the foreseeable end is indeed a momentous feat. Yet, as we forge into the future, it would be remiss of us to fail to honour the work and lives of all who in some way contributed to the gains that we see today. The epidemic now calls for new thinking. The challenge is different; and that is to end AIDS as a public health threat sustainably. Written by five authors who served as front line health workers during the height of the HIV epidemic and continue to be involved in the response, this book will appeal to many a reader. Policy makers, educationists, students, scientists, anthropologists, historians, faith and lay communities will all resonate with the book. By providing a historical chronology of events in Kenya’s HIV response, myths and misconceptions, scientific and programmatic advances, the authors provide useful insights into the past, contemporary issues and provide a sneak preview to what the future holds.