HIV and Drug Use | |
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AIDS Foundation East-West (AFEW), pdf, 5.18 MB, 2009 This accessible guide describes the cardiovascular system and covers the main issues related to prevention of serious and life-threatening conditions that can occur as a result of injecting drug use. |
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AIDS Foundation East-West (AFEW), pdf, 283 KB, 2006 A detailed guide to opiate narcotics and the risks associated with their use. Originally released in Central Asia. |
| 'Opiate and Stimulant Overdose' AIDS Foundation East-West (AFEW), pdf, 5MB, 2009 The aim of this two-part brochure is to provide concise information about overdose and the provision of first aid to people affected by drug use. It also describes the necessary tools for diagnosing and treating overdose - an easily preventable condition that remains a major cause of death among drug users. |
| 'Programme for Harm Reduction for Drug Users' AIDS Foundation East-West (AFEW), pdf, 718KB, 2006 A collection of article for professionals working with drug users that was produced under AFEW’s harm reduction programme in Belarus. It deals with areas such as psychotherapy, harm reduction techniques, prevention of HIV and hepatitis, diagnosing relapse and prescription of naloxone. |
| 'Self-Help for People Experiencing Withdrawal Syndrome' AIDS Foundation East-West (AFEW), pdf, 2.96MB, 2006 A brochure published for projects in Ukraine and Belarus that is intended for drug users who are trying to break free of dependency. Together with detailed guidance on withdrawal syndrome and ways of dealing with it, the publication also offers essential reading on harm reduction methods for drug users and ways of avoiding relapse. |
HIV and Tuberculosis | |
| 'Leading HIV/TB Action in Central Asia' (English Language) AIDS Foundation East-West (AFEW, pdf, 689KB, 2009 This booklet provides an overview of the ACCESS Project: HIV/TB Collaborative Activities in Central Asia, which implements integrated models of prevention, social support and care for the most hard-to-reach and vulnerable groups. |
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AIDS Foundation East-West (AFEW, pdf, 309KB, 2005 This poster on tuberculosis provides a concise, visual guide to the transmission routes, symptoms and progression of the disease, treatment resistance and the treatment cycle. |
HIV and Hepatitis | |
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AIDS Foundation East-West (AFEW), pdf, 1.6 MB, 2006 This poster presents a short, visual guide to prevention, transmission, symptoms and treatment of hepatitis A, B, C and D. |
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AIDS Foundation East-West (AFEW), pdf, 2.35MB, 2006 A brochure for women inmates that provides information on the impact of drug use on health, first aid for overdoses, HIV infection, hepatitis, tuberculosis and psychological guidance. |
| Sexually Transmitted Diseases and Skin Conditions AIDS Foundation East-West (AFEW), pdf, 524KB, 2003 A small booklet released under the health promotion project in Russian prisons. It offers information on various sexually transmitted diseases and skin conditions, including their symptoms, prevention and treatment, as well as advice on the use of condoms. |
Psychological Issues | |
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AIDS Foundation East-West (AFEW), pdf, 57KB, 2008 If you are reaching the end of your tether at work, then this brochure is for you. Here, you will find details of how to prevent burnout syndrome, the causes, resolution of conflict situations and reducing the build-up of tension. The brochure is intended for professionals working with clients, in particular for those offering social and medical assistance. |
