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Title: Guidelines for prevention and treatment of opportunistic infections in HIV-infected adults and adolescents.
Author: Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC)
Source: MMWR. Morbidity and Mortality Weekly Report. Recommendations and Reports. 2009 Apr 10;58(RR-4):[216] p..
Abstract: Major changes in the guidelines include 1) greater emphasis on the importance of antiretroviral therapy for the prevention and treatment of opportunistic infections (OIs), especially those OIs for which no specific therapy exists; 2) information regarding the diagnosis and management of immune reconstitution inflammatory syndromes; 3) information regarding the use of interferon-gamma release assays for the diagnosis of latent tuberculosis (TB) infection; 4) updated information about drug interactions that affect the use of rifamycin drugs for prevention and treatment of TB; 5) the addition of a section on hepatitis B virus infection; and 6) the addition of malaria to the list of OIs that might be acquired during international travel.
Language: English
Keywords:
UNITED STATES OF AMERICA | SUMMARY REPORT | STANDARDS | MANUAL | ADULTS | ADOLESCENTS | PERSONS LIVING WITH HIV/AIDS | HIV INFECTIONS | HIV PREVENTION | TREATMENT | ANTIRETROVIRAL THERAPY | DRUG INTERACTIONS | EXAMINATIONS AND DIAGNOSES | Developed Countries | North America | Americas | Research Methodology | Age Factors | Population Characteristics | Demographic Factors | Population | Youth | Viral Diseases | Diseases | Medical Procedures | Medicine | Health Services | Delivery of Health Care | Health | HIV | Drugs
Document Number: 339985

Title: FHI quality improvement guidelines for care and support programs for orphans and other vulnerable children.
Author: Family Health International [FHI]
Source: Research Triangle Park, North Carolina, FHI, 2009 Jan. 18 p.
Abstract: The guidelines are organized into nine areas of support that respond to the basic needs and human rights of children. They are also aligned with the core areas of support for programs for orphans and vulnerable children established by the U.S. government in the President's Emergency Plan for AIDS Relief (PEPFAR). The areas covered by the guidelines are cross-cutting issues, care coordination, health, food and nutrition, education, psychosocial support, shelter and care, protection, and household economic strengthening.
Language: English
Keywords:
DEVELOPING COUNTRIES | SUMMARY REPORT | STANDARDS | MANUAL | ORPHANS AND VULNERABLE CHILDREN | CHILD HEALTH | EDUCATION | NUTRITION | FOOD SECURITY | HOME CARE | MENTAL HEALTH | SOCIAL PROTECTION | IMPLEMENTATION | Research Methodology | Family and Household | Sociocultural Factors | Health | Food Supply | Natural Resources | Environment | Care and Support | Health Services | Delivery of Health Care | Political Factors | Programs | Organization and Administration
Document Number: 339984

Title: Constructive men's engagement in reproductive health: a training-of-trainers' manual. Couple communication and shared decisionmaking related to reproductive health.
Author: Futures Group International. Health Policy Initiative; Care International. Keneya Ciwara; Mali. Ministere de la Sante. Division de la Sante Reproductive
Source: Washington, D.C., Futures Group International, Health Policy Initiative, 2009 May. 26 p. (USAID Contract No. GPO-I-01-05-00040-00)
Abstract: This curriculum was developed as part of a USAID | Health Policy Initiative, Task Order 1 project focused on building an enabling policy and institutional environment for constructive men's engagement (CME) in reproductive health in Mali. The project worked with the Ministry of Health and other partners in facilitating the process of creating national guidelines to integrate CME in family planning and reproductive health (FP / RH) and to improve women's and men's uptake of FP / RH services. The project brought together the assembly of a large, multisectoral group of stakeholders to develop, refine, and validate Mali's national guidelines in support of the national Reproductive Health Strategic Plan. The Minister of Health quickly approved the guidelines and signed them into effect on May 20, 2008. This document contains the manual used in the pilot workshops with relais communautaires. It is designed to enable community health educators to incorporate activities related to constructive men's engagement in reproductive health (CME-RH) in their daily work. This includes promoting dialogue among men and women to increase couple communication and shared decisionmaking related to FP / RH. As such, it can be adapted in other settings, based on local needs.
Language: English
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KENYA | MANUAL | TRAINING ACTIVITIES | COUPLES | DECISION MAKING | TRAINING OF TRAINERS | REPRODUCTIVE HEALTH | MEN'S INVOLVEMENT | INTERPERSONAL COMMUNICATION | WORKSHOPS | Africa, Eastern | Africa, Sub Saharan | Africa | Developing Countries | Training Programs | Education | Family Characteristics | Family and Household | Sociocultural Factors | Behavior | Health | Programs | Organization and Administration | Communication
Document Number: 331535

Title: [Global Burden of Diseases, Injuries and Risk Factors Study] operations manual. Final draft.
Author: Harvard University; University of Washington. Institute for Health Metrics and Evaluation; Johns Hopkins University; University of Queensland; World Health Organization [WHO]
Source: [Cambridge, Massachusetts, Harvard University, 2009 Jan 20 142 p.
Abstract: The final draft of the Global Burden of Diseases, Injuries and Risk Factors Study Operations Manual is intended to serve as a guide for the Expert Groups working on the GBD Study. There are opportunities to provide input and feedback, and instructions to do so are included in the operations manual. The new Global Burden of Diseases, Injuries, and Risk Factors Study (the GBD 2005 Study), which commenced in the spring of 2007, is led by a consortium including Harvard University, the Institute for Health Metrics and Evaluation at the University of Washington, Johns Hopkins University, the University of Queensland, and the World Health Organization WHO). It is the first major effort since the GBD 1990 Study to carry out a complete systematic assessment of the data on all diseases and injuries, and produce comprehensive and comparable estimates of the burden of diseases, injuries and risk factors for two time periods, 1990 and 2005. By November 2010 the project will produce a final set of estimates. (Excerpts)
Language: English
Keywords:
GLOBAL | MANUAL | DATA ANALYSIS | ESTIMATION TECHNIQUES | DISABLED PERSONS AND DISABILITIES | DISEASES | ACCIDENTS AND INJURIES | MORTALITY | RISK FACTORS | EPIDEMIOLOGY | INCIDENCE | PREVALENCE | RISK ASSESSMENT | BIAS | Research Methodology | Population Characteristics | Demographic Factors | Population | Health | Population Dynamics | Public Health | Measurement | Evaluation | Error Sources
Document Number: 331797

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Title: Laboratory logistics handbook: A guide to designing and managing laboratory logistics systems.
Author: John Snow [JSI]. DELIVER
Source: Arlington, Virginia, JSI, DELIVER, 2009 Jun. 83 p. (USAID Contract No. GPO-I-01-06-00007-00)
Abstract: The importance of quality laboratory services is indisputable. The expansion of programs for human immunodeficiency virus and acquired immunodeficiency syndrome (AIDS), tuberculosis, and malaria requires strong and supportive laboratory services. For antiretroviral therapy (ART) in particular, there has been a growing recognition of this importance, given the number of laboratory tests required to effectively diagnose and monitor AIDS treatment. The need to improve laboratory services for all of these disease programs provides an opportunity to strengthen laboratories in health systems overall so they can accommodate the needs of the communities they serve. This document describes the function and organization of laboratory services and the commodities needed for laboratory services, and it discusses supply chain considerations for management of laboratory commodities.
Language: English
Keywords:
GLOBAL | MANUAL | LABORATORY | LOGISTICS | EQUIPMENT AND SUPPLIES | INGREDIENTS AND CHEMICALS | INFORMATION RETRIEVAL SYSTEMS | STANDARDS | QUALITY CONTROL | STORAGE AND WAREHOUSES | PERSONNEL MANAGEMENT | HEALTH POLICY | FINANCIAL ACTIVITIES | Medical Procedures | Medicine | Health Services | Delivery of Health Care | Health | Management | Organization and Administration | Data Storage and Retrieval | Information Processing | Information | Research Methodology | Policy | Political Factors | Sociocultural Factors | Economic Factors
Document Number: 331659

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Title: The logistics handbook: A practical guide for supply chain managers in family planning and health programs.
Author: John Snow [JSI]. DELIVER
Source: Arlington, Virginia, JSI, DELIVER, 2009 Jul. 182 p. (USAID Contract No. GPO-I-01-06-00007-00) Oringinally published in 2004.
Abstract: The Logistics Handbook includes the major aspects of logistics management with an emphasis on contraceptive supplies. The text should be helpful to managers who work with supplies every day as well as managers who assess and design logistics systems for entire programs. Policymakers may find the text useful in exploring the inputs needed to create an effective logistics system. Key terms and concepts are clearly defined and explained, and the design and implementation of management information systems and inventory control are discussed in detail. Storage and quality control practices are also discussed, and overviews of forecasting and procurement processes are included.
Language: English
Keywords:
DEVELOPING COUNTRIES | MANUAL | USAID | FAMILY PLANNING PROGRAMS | LOGISTICS | CONTRACEPTIVE METHODS | DRUGS | INFORMATION RETRIEVAL SYSTEMS | RECORDS | QUALITY CONTROL | MONITORING | STORAGE AND WAREHOUSES | IMPLEMENTATION | PLANNING | Government Agencies | Organizations | Political Factors | Sociocultural Factors | Family Planning | Management | Organization and Administration | Contraception | Treatment | Medical Procedures | Medicine | Health Services | Delivery of Health Care | Health | Data Storage and Retrieval | Information Processing | Information | Evaluation | Programs
Document Number: 331681

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Title: Postpartum family planning for healthy pregnancy outcomes. A training manual.
Author: Pathfinder International. Extending Service Delivery Project
Source: Watertown, Massachusetts, Pathfinder, 2009 Feb. 124 p. (USAID Contract No. GPO-A-00-05-00027-00)
Abstract: This manual provides material to conduct a comprehensive two-day training for facility-based health workers (such as health supervisors, nurses and midwives) on providing community-based postpartum family planning education, counseling and referral that enables women and couples to use family planning methods for Healthy Timing and Spacing of Pregnancy (HTSP). The Manual addresses the following content areas: 1. The importance of the postpartum period; 2. HTSP for postpartum women; 3. Postpartum family planning for HTSP; 4. Postpartum family planning counseling and education; 5. Postpartum family planning for HIV positive women. Under each topic, key information for the trainer is provided, as well as a training activity to promote participant learning and skills development for improved community-based postpartum care that includes family planning and HTSP. (excerpt)
Language: English
Keywords:
DEVELOPING COUNTRIES | MANUAL | RECOMMENDATIONS | EVALUATION | POSTPARTUM WOMEN | PREGNANCY OUTCOMES | FAMILY PLANNING EDUCATION | TRAINING OF TRAINERS | PREGNANCY INTERVALS | POSTPARTUM PROGRAMS | FAMILY PLANNING PROGRAMS | COUNSELING | MEN'S INVOLVEMENT | Puerperium | Reproduction | Pregnancy | Education | Training Programs | Fertility Measurements | Fertility | Population Dynamics | Demographic Factors | Population | Family Planning | Clinic Activities | Program Activities | Programs | Organization and Administration
Document Number: 325159

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Title: Public health procurement guide 2010.
Author: United States. Agency for International Development [USAID]; John Snow [JSI]. DELIVER
Source: Arlington, Virginia, JSI, DELIVER, 2009. [45] p. (USAID Contract No. GPO-I-01-06-00007-00)
Abstract: USAID's Public Health Procurement Guide 2010 is an annual publication of current contraceptive and condom ordering procedures for missions. It includes USAID contraceptive ordering procedures and guidance on how to use logistics data and forecasts to calculate contraceptive requirements.
Language: English
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DEVELOPING COUNTRIES | MANUAL | STANDARDS | LOGISTICS | CONTRACEPTION | CONDOMS | COLD CHAIN | CONTRACEPTIVE DISTRIBUTION | DISTRIBUTIONAL ACTIVITIES | CONTRACEPTIVE SECURITY | Research Methodology | Management | Organization and Administration | Family Planning | Barrier Methods | Contraceptive Methods | Program Activities | Programs | Contraceptive Availability
Document Number: 331472

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Title: Integrating gender into HIV / AIDS programmes in the health sector: Tool to improve responsiveness to women�s needs.
Author: World Health Organization [WHO]. Department of Gender, Women and Health
Source: Geneva, Switzerland, WHO, 2009. [130] p.
Abstract: This hands-on WHO tool helps programme managers and health-care providers in the public and private sectors integrate gender into HIV / AIDS programmes they wish to set up, implement and evaluate so they are more responsive to women's needs. In addition to describing basic steps in gender-responsive programming, which can be applied to all HIV / AIDS programmes, the tool suggests practical actions to address key gender issues in four service delivery areas: HIV testing and counseling; Prevention of mother-to-child transmission of HIV; HIV / AIDS treatment and care; Home-based care and support for people living with HIV. The tool also provides examples of gender-responsive interventions from the field, and resources such as: counseling role plays for risk reduction and HIV treatment adherence; examples of gender-sensitive communication messages; and protocols for addressing the risk of violence among women as a result of HIV status disclosure.
Language: English
Keywords:
GLOBAL | MANUAL | HIV PREVENTION | AIDS PREVENTION | WOMEN'S HEALTH | GENDER ISSUES | INEQUALITIES | NEEDS | PROGRAM DESIGN | PROGRAM ACCESSIBILITY | HIV TESTING | COUNSELING | ANTIRETROVIRAL THERAPY | HOME CARE | PREVENTION OF MOTHER-TO-CHILD TRANSMISSION | HIV Infections | Viral Diseases | Diseases | AIDS | Health | Sociocultural Factors | Socioeconomic Factors | Economic Factors | Programs | Organization and Administration | Program Evaluation | Laboratory Examinations and Diagnoses | Examinations and Diagnoses | Medical Procedures | Medicine | Health Services | Delivery of Health Care | Clinic Activities | Program Activities | HIV | Care and Support | Disease Transmission Control | Prevention and Control
Document Number: 331798

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Title: Water safety plan manual: Step-by-step risk management for drinking-water suppliers.
Author: Bartram J; Corrales L; Davison A; Deere D; Drury D
Source: Geneva, Switzerland, World Health Organization [WHO], 2009. 101 p.
Abstract: The most effective means of consistently ensuring the safety of a drinking-water supply is through the use of a comprehensive risk assessment and risk management approach that encompasses all steps in water supply from catchment to consumer. In these Guidelines, such approaches are called water safety plans (WSPs). The aim of this Manual is to provide that practical guidance to facilitate WSP development focusing particularly on organized water supplies managed by a water utility or similar entity. (Excerpts)
Language: English
Keywords:
GLOBAL | MANUAL | CASE STUDIES | WATER SUPPLY | SAFETY | PLANNING | QUALITY CONTROL | RISK ASSESSMENT | STANDARDS | MONITORING | MANAGEMENT | PROCEDURES | Studies | Research Methodology | Natural Resources | Environment | Public Health | Health | Organization and Administration | Evaluation
Document Number: 331413

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Title: Sustainable community management of urban water and sanitation schemes (a training manual).
Author: Castro V; Msuya N; Makoye C
Source: Nairobi, Kenya, World Bank, Water and Sanitation Program - Africa, 2009 Jan. 52 p.
Abstract: The aim of this capacity building programme is to improve the efficiency and positive impact of urban, community-managed water and sanitation schemes. The manual was originally developed in collaboration with the Dar es Salaam Water and Sewerage Authority's (DAWASA) Community Water Supply and Sanitation Program (CWSSP); but some of the material is applicable to other urban communities who may need to improve their management practices and increase the likelihood of a sustainable operation. The material included in this manual is intended to provide a trainer with the tools and information to build management capacity in the target communities. Although the manual is geared for trainers, it has also been designed to serve as a reference tool for communities who may wish to review the material on an on-going basis. (Excerpts)
Language: English
Keywords:
TANZANIA | MANUAL | WATER SUPPLY | SANITATION | COMMUNITY PARTICIPATION | PROGRAM SUSTAINABILITY | ORGANIZATION AND ADMINISTRATION | PROCEDURES | COMMUNICATION | FINANCIAL ACTIVITIES | Developing Countries | Africa, Eastern | Africa, Sub Saharan | Africa | Natural Resources | Environment | Public Health | Health | Programs | Economic Factors
Document Number: 331414

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Title: Antiretroviral resistance patterns and HIV-1 subtype in mother-infant pairs after the administration of combination short-course zidovudine plus single-dose nevirapine for the prevention of mother-to-child transmission of HIV.
Author: Chalermchockcharoenkit A; Culnane M; Chotpitayasunondh T; Vanprapa N; Leelawiwat W; Mock PA; Asavapiriyanont S; Teeraratkul A; McConnell MS; McNicholl JM; Tappero JW
Source: Clinical Infectious Diseases. 2009 Jul 15;49(2):299-305.
Abstract: BACKGROUND: World Health Organization guidelines for prevention of mother-to-child transmission of human immunodeficiency virus type 1 (HIV-1) recommend administration of zidovudine and single-dose nevirapine (NVP) for HIV-1-infected women who are not receiving treatment for their own health or if complex regimens are not available. This study assessed antiretroviral resistance patterns among HIV-infected women and infants receiving single-dose NVP in Thailand, where the predominant circulating HIV-1 strains are CRF01_AE recombinants and where the minority are subtype B. METHODS: Venous blood samples were obtained from (1) HIV-infected women who received zidovudine from 34 weeks' gestation and single-dose NVP plus oral zidovudine during labor and (2) HIV-infected infants who received single-dose NVP after birth plus zidovudine for 4 weeks after delivery. HIV-1 drug resistance testing was performed using the TruGene assay (Bayer HealthCare). RESULTS: Most mothers and infants were infected with CRF01_AE. NVP resistance was detected in 34 (18%) of 190 women and 2 (20%) of 10 infants. There was a significantly higher proportion of NVP mutations in women with delivery viral loads of >50,000 copies/mL (adjusted odds ratio, 8.5; 95% confidence interval, 2.2-32.8, [Formula: see text] for linear trend) and in those with subtype B rather than CRF01_AE infections (38% vs. 16%; adjusted odds ratio, 3.6; 95% confidence interval, 1.1-11.8; P = .038). CONCLUSIONS: The lower frequency of NVP mutations among mothers infected with subtype CRF01_AE, compared with mothers infected with subtype B, suggests that individuals infected with subtype CRF01_AE may be less susceptible to the induction of NVP resistance than are individuals infected with subtype B.
Language: English
Keywords:
DEVELOPING COUNTRIES | RESEARCH REPORT | WHO | MANUAL | STANDARDS | PREVENTION OF MOTHER-TO-CHILD TRANSMISSION | MOTHERS | INFANT | PERSONS LIVING WITH HIV/AIDS | HIV | DRUG RESISTANCE | ANTIRETROVIRAL DRUGS | ANTIRETROVIRAL THERAPY | TREATMENT | LABORATORY PROCEDURES | HIV TESTING | UN | International Agencies | Organizations | Political Factors | Sociocultural Factors | Research Methodology | Disease Transmission Control | Prevention and Control | Diseases | Parents | Family Relationships | Family Characteristics | Family and Household | Youth | Age Factors | Population Characteristics | Demographic Factors | Population | HIV Infections | Viral Diseases | Medical Procedures | Medicine | Health Services | Delivery of Health Care | Health | Laboratory Examinations and Diagnoses | Examinations and Diagnoses
Document Number: 342429

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Title: Family-Friendly Workplace: A model for estimating the cost savings of implementing family-friendly policies.
Author: Plosky WD; Winfrey B
Source: Washington, D.C., Futures Group International, Health Policy Initiative, 2009 Jan. 21 p. (USAID Contract No. GPO-I-01-05-00040-00)
Abstract: The Family-Friendly Workplace (FFW) Model is designed to engage individuals and groups from diverse institutions in all sectors to make workplaces more family-friendly. The FFW model will help reproductive health advocates and employers of women understand the benefits and costs of implementing policies that support women in their reproductive years. Users of the model may be human resource departments of medium-sized and large companies, family planning advocates, maternal health advocates or groups representing women in the workplace.
Language: English
Keywords:
GLOBAL | SUMMARY REPORT | MANUAL | WOMEN | WORKPLACE | FAMILY POLICY | REPRODUCTIVE HEALTH | EXPENDITURES | COST BENEFIT ANALYSIS | PREGNANCY | WORKPLAN | MATERNITY BENEFITS | Demographic Factors | Population | Employment | Macroeconomic Factors | Economic Factors | Social Policy | Policy | Political Factors | Sociocultural Factors | Health | Financial Activities | Quantitative Evaluation | Evaluation | Reproduction | Planning | Organization and Administration | Microeconomic Factors
Document Number: 331541

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Title: Working with young women: empowerment, rights and health.
Author: Ricardo C; Fonseca V; de Leon GS; Rosas EM; Dorantes OA
Source: Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, PROMUNDO, 2009. [144] p.
Abstract: Although there has been a significant amount of work done to promote women's empowerment, most of it has been geared towards the experiences of adult women. This manual, part of an initiative called Program M, includes a series of group educational activities to promote young women's [ages 15-24] awareness about gender inequities, rights and health. It also seeks to develop their skills to feel more capable of acting in empowered ways in different spheres of their lives. Modules in this manual include: identity and relationships - this section focuses on how gender influences young women's identities and aspirations and the ways in which women and men express themselves and relate to each other; violence - this chapter explores the many forms of violence that exist, particularly in the context of young women's lives and relationships, and the links between gender, power and violence; drugs - addresses the different types of drugs that affect young women's lives and relationships and explores the concept of harm-reduction; young women and work - focuses on the traditional gender divisions which exist in different types of work and the rights of women in the workplace; and community participation - these activities can be developed in a variety of environments including schools, clubs, and community organisations, and are most effective when done with smaller groups of 10 to 20 participants. All of the activities draw on an experiential learning model in which young women are encouraged to question and analyse their own experiences and lives, in order to understand how gender can perpetuate unequal power in relationships, and make both young women and men vulnerable to sexual and reproductive health problems, including HIV/AIDS. The activities engage young women to share ideas and opinions and think about how they can make positive changes in their lives and communities.
Language: English
Keywords:
DEVELOPING COUNTRIES | MANUAL | EVALUATION | WOMEN IN DEVELOPMENT | PREGNANT WOMEN | MOTHERS | PERSONS LIVING WITH HIV/AIDS | WOMEN'S EMPOWERMENT | REPRODUCTIVE RIGHTS | WOMEN'S RIGHTS | WOMEN'S HEALTH | GENDER ISSUES | HIV PREVENTION | SEX EDUCATION | CHILD CARE | Economic Development | Economic Factors | Population Characteristics | Demographic Factors | Population | Parents | Family Relationships | Family Characteristics | Family and Household | Sociocultural Factors | HIV Infections | Viral Diseases | Diseases | Women's Status | Socioeconomic Factors | Human Rights | Political Factors | Health | Education | Child Rearing | Behavior
Document Number: 329171

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Title: Smart finance solutions: Examples of innovative financial mechanisms for water and sanitation.
Author: Singeling M; Claasen F; Casella D; van Daalen T; Fonseca C
Source: Amsterdam, Netherlands, KIT Publishers, 2009. 72 p.
Abstract: This booklet gives examples of how different financial mechanisms are being used to finance water, sanitation projects and small local businesses that contribute to reaching MDG-7. The first chapter describes different financing mechanisms being applied at household / community (micro-) and at intermediate institutional (meso-) level. It gives examples of how these mechanisms are being used to finance water and sanitation projects or small / medium enterprises. It also provides the reader with some useful links for further reading. The second part describes which business models can be used to obtain different financial mechanisms and gives an overview of how to write a successful business plan or project proposal. It also includes a list of organisations that finance water and sanitation projects / businesses. The booklet is designed as a source of inspiration, rather than a manual. It provides links to further, more in-depth information. (Author's abstract)
Language: English
Keywords:
DEVELOPING COUNTRIES | NETHERLANDS | MANUAL | CASE STUDIES | WATER SUPPLY | WATER QUALITY | SANITATION | HYGIENE | FINANCIAL ACTIVITIES | PLANNING | MANAGEMENT | Europe, Western | Europe | Developed Countries | Studies | Research Methodology | Natural Resources | Environment | Water | Public Health | Health | Economic Factors | Organization and Administration
Document Number: 331418

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Title: Transporting, storing, and handling malaria rapid diagnostic tests at central and peripheral storage facilities.
Author: World Health Organization [WHO], Regional Office for the Western Pacific; John Snow [JSI]. DELIVER; Foundation for Innovative New Diagnostics [FIND]; Roll Back Malaria Partnership; United States. President's Malaria Initiative
Source: Arlington, Virginia, John Snow [JSI], DELIVER, 2009 Jul. [35] p. (USAID Contract No. GPO-I-03-06-00007-00)
Abstract: The publication is intended for staff at central and peripheral storage facilities that use malaria rapid diagnostic tests (RDTs). It describes the basic principles for management and storage of RDT stock, and it outlines practical solutions for protecting RDTs against high temperatures during storage and transport. It also describes how to manage waste generated from RDT use.
Language: English
Keywords:
DEVELOPING COUNTRIES | SUMMARY REPORT | MANUAL | TECHNICAL ASSISTANCE | USAID | MALARIA PREVENTION | TREATMENT | ANTIMALARIAL DRUGS | IMPLEMENTATION | LOGISTICS | PHARMACY DISTRIBUTION | SAFETY | QUALITY CONTROL | TESTING | EXAMINATIONS AND DIAGNOSES | PROGRAM ACTIVITIES | Programs | Organization and Administration | Government Agencies | Organizations | Political Factors | Sociocultural Factors | Malaria | Parasitic Diseases | Diseases | Medical Procedures | Medicine | Health Services | Delivery of Health Care | Health | Management | Nonclinical Distribution | Distributional Activities | Public Health | Measurement | Research Methodology
Document Number: 331476

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Title: Transporting, storing, and handling malaria rapid diagnostic tests in health clinics.
Author: World Health Organization [WHO]. Regional Office for the Western Pacific; John Snow [JSI]. DELIVER; Foundation for Innovative New Diagnostics [FIND]; Roll Back Malaria Partnership; United States. President's Malaria Initiative
Source: Arlington, Virginia, John Snow [JSI], DELIVER, 2009 Jul. [35] p. (USAID Contract No. GPO-I-03-06-00007-00)
Abstract: The publication is intended for staff at health clinics that use malaria rapid diagnostic tests (RDTs). It describes the basic principles for management and storage of RDT stock, and it outlines practical solutions for protecting RDTs against high temperatures during storage and transport. It also describes how to manage waste generated from RDT use.
Language: English
Keywords:
DEVELOPING COUNTRIES | MANUAL | TECHNICAL ASSISTANCE | HEALTH PERSONNEL | HEALTH FACILITIES | CLINIC ACTIVITIES | MALARIA PREVENTION | TESTING | STORAGE AND WAREHOUSES | LOGISTICS | WASTE MANAGEMENT | PHARMACY DISTRIBUTION | TRANSPORTATION | Programs | Organization and Administration | Delivery of Health Care | Health | Program Activities | Malaria | Parasitic Diseases | Diseases | Measurement | Research Methodology | Management | Environment | Nonclinical Distribution | Distributional Activities | Economic Factors
Document Number: 331477

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Title: Promising Practices II: HIV and AIDS integrated programming.
Author: Catholic Relief Services [CRS]
Source: Baltimore, Maryland, CRS, 2008. 182 p. (USAID Grant No. AFP-A-00-03-00015-00)
Abstract: When programming services to people affected and infected with HIV and AIDS, it has become increasingly apparent that the issues that affect their livelihoods are complex and can vary greatly depending on the context. HIV is well documented as a disease that needs interventions from a multitude of sectors (i.e. agriculture, education, rights based initiatives) and through various players (i.e. national and local government, private health centers, community leaders, etc.). This is made more complex by the need to find funding that supports the needs of those affected by HIV and AIDS and simultaneously support the predetermined goals of the donors. The amount of response that is needed is often overwhelming and there has been a demand from Catholic Relief Services (CRS) program managers on how to best address these issues. CRS recognizes these programs cannot be 'cookie cutter' and that programs that have the most impact are ones that are specialized to fit the needs of those in each of the communities. In order to facilitate sharing of lessons learned among CRS Country Offices and contribute to documentation of promising practices in this area of programming, this manual has compiled a sample of programs from around the world. The first edition of Promising Practices in 2006 was well received by country programs and partner staff. Therefore, a second edition of Promising Practices was planned for 2008. This second version contains 24 case studies of promising HIV and AIDS practices from around the world. Each case study is organized in much the same way, including sections on how the project works, what the successes have been, and what lessons learned have emerged. At the end of each case study is the contact information for the relevant programs. Please contact the local programs directly for any additional information. (excerpt)
Language: English
Keywords:
GLOBAL | DEVELOPING COUNTRIES | MANUAL | CASE STUDIES | HIV | AIDS | ANTIRETROVIRAL THERAPY | TREATMENT | CARE AND SUPPORT | INTEGRATED PROGRAMS | PROGRAM ACTIVITIES | BEST PRACTICES | PROGRAM EFFECTIVENESS | Studies | Research Methodology | HIV Infections | Viral Diseases | Diseases | Medical Procedures | Medicine | Health Services | Delivery of Health Care | Health | Programs | Organization and Administration | Program Evaluation
Document Number: 327608

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Title: Sakhi Saheli -- promoting gender equity and empowering young women: a training manual.
Author: CORO for Literacy; Population Council. Horizons
Source: New Delhi, India, Population Council, 2008. [130] p. (USAID Cooperative Agreement No. HRN-A-000-97-00012-00)
Abstract: The Sakhi Saheli program was adapted from Instituto Promundo's Program M by CORO and Horizons/ Population Council as part of a larger research study aimed at reducing HIV risk among young men and women by addressing gender norms. In earlier phases of the study, the Yaari Dosti program with young men was piloted and evaluated leading to the work with young women in the last phase by piloting the Sakhi Saheli program. At the start of the Sakhi Saheli program, CORO and Horizons undertook qualitative research to explore young women's construction and expression of femininity and masculinity in two urban slum communities in Mumbai. A team of peer leaders from CORO was intensively trained in data collection methods to undertake social mapping, in-depth interviews and group discussions with girls and women aged 16-24 years and key informants such as parents, community elders and teachers. The peer leaders were engaged in interpreting and analysing research findings, under the guidance of the researchers. This training manual was prepared through a two-year-long participatory process undertaken in Mumbai, India. Young women were engaged as leaders in the design and implementation of program activities, which were subsequently validated through community-based research in selected urban slum communities in India. This manual aims to promote critical reflection on the social construction of gender that promotes inequality and women's vulnerabilities, and to create support for challenging these norms so as to enhance women's adoption of risk reduction practices. The manual is aimed at peer educators, community and health educators, teachers and/or other professionals working, with young women aged 16 to 24 years. Each section includes a series of educational activities based on participatory methods including role plays, games and interactive activities aimed at engaging young women in discussion, debate and critical thinking. (excerpt)
Language: English
Keywords:
DEVELOPING COUNTRIES | MANUAL | EVALUATION | WOMEN IN DEVELOPMENT | ADOLESCENTS, FEMALE | GENDER ISSUES | WOMEN'S EMPOWERMENT | MOTHERS | INEQUALITIES | USAID | PERSONHOOD | SEX DISCRIMINATION | SEX EDUCATION | HEALTH EDUCATION | DOMESTIC VIOLENCE | Economic Development | Economic Factors | Adolescents | Youth | Age Factors | Population Characteristics | Demographic Factors | Population | Sociocultural Factors | Women's Status | Socioeconomic Factors | Parents | Family Relationships | Family Characteristics | Family and Household | Government Agencies | Organizations | Political Factors | Human Rights | Social Discrimination | Social Problems | Education | Crime
Document Number: 326011

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Title: Checklist for screening clients who want to initiate combined oral contraceptives.
Author: Family Health International [FHI]
Source: Research Triangle Park, North Carolina, FHI, 2008. [3] p.
Abstract: Research findings have established that combined oral contraceptives (COCs) are safe and effective for use by most women, including those who are at risk of sexually transmitted infections (STIs) and those living with or at risk of HIV infection. However, for some women with certain medical conditions -- such as breast cancer, ischemic heart disease, or stroke -- COC use is not recommended. Women who wish to use COCs should therefore be screened for such medical conditions in order to determine if they are appropriate candidates for this method. Based on the recently revised recommendations from Medical Eligibility Criteria for Contraceptive Use (WHO, 2004; updated 2008), Family Health International (FHI) has developed a simple checklist for use by both clinical and nonclinical health care providers, including community-based distributors, to help screen clients who have made an informed decision to use COCs. The COC Checklist consists of 17 questions designed to identify medical conditions that would prevent safe COC use or require further screening. It also provides further guidance and directions based on clients' responses.
Language: English
Keywords:
GLOBAL | MANUAL | STANDARDS | PARAMEDICAL PERSONNEL | COMMUNITY WORKERS | WOMEN | CLIENTS | COUNSELING | CLINICAL DISTRIBUTION | SCREENING | ORAL CONTRACEPTIVES, COMBINED | SAFETY | BREASTFEEDING | TOBACCO USE | HEADACHE | DIABETES | TUBERCULOSIS | SIGNS AND SYMPTOMS | Research Methodology | Health Personnel | Delivery of Health Care | Health | Demographic Factors | Population | Program Activities | Programs | Organization and Administration | Clinic Activities | Distributional Activities | Examinations and Diagnoses | Medical Procedures | Medicine | Health Services | Oral Contraceptives | Contraceptive Methods | Contraception | Family Planning | Public Health | Infant Nutrition | Nutrition | Behavior | Diseases | Infections
Document Number: 331507

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Title: Checklist for screening clients who want to initiate DMPA (or NET-EN).
Author: Family Health International [FHI]
Source: Research Triangle Park, North Carolina, FHI, 2008. [3] p.
Abstract: Research findings have established that depot-medroxyprogesterone acetate (DMPA) and norethisterone enantate (NET-EN) are safe and effective for use by most women, including those who are at risk of sexually transmitted infections (STIs) and those living with or at risk of HIV infection. However, for some women, use of these injectables is not usually recommended due to the presence of certain medical conditions, such as breast cancer or most types of liver tumors. For this reason, women who wish to use DMPA must be screened for certain medical conditions in order to determine if they are appropriate candidates for this method. Based on the recently revised recommendations of the Medical Eligibility Criteria for Contraceptive Use (WHO, 2004; updated 2008), Family Health International (FHI) has developed a simple checklist for use by both clinical and nonclinical health care providers, including community-based distributors, to help screen clients who have made an informed decision to use DMPA. The DMPA Checklist consists of 14 questions designed to identify medical conditions that would prevent safe DMPA use or require further screening. It also provides further guidance and directions based on clients' responses.
Language: English
Keywords:
GLOBAL | MANUAL | STANDARDS | CLIENTS | PARAMEDICAL PERSONNEL | WOMEN | PERSONS LIVING WITH HIV/AIDS | MEDROXYPROGESTERONE ACETATE | CLINICAL DISTRIBUTION | NONCLINICAL DISTRIBUTION | SAFETY | SCREENING | BREASTFEEDING | TOBACCO USE | HEADACHE | DIABETES | TUBERCULOSIS | SIGNS AND SYMPTOMS | Research Methodology | Program Activities | Programs | Organization and Administration | Health Personnel | Delivery of Health Care | Health | Demographic Factors | Population | HIV Infections | Viral Diseases | Diseases | Contraceptive Agents, Progestin | Contraceptive Agents, Female | Contraceptive Agents | Contraception | Family Planning | Distributional Activities | Public Health | Examinations and Diagnoses | Medical Procedures | Medicine | Health Services | Infant Nutrition | Nutrition | Behavior | Infections
Document Number: 331508

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Title: Checklist for screening clients who want to initiate use of the copper IUD.
Author: Family Health International [FHI]
Source: Research Triangle Park, North Carolina, FHI, 2008. [3] p.
Abstract: Research findings over the past 25 years have established that intrauterine devices (IUDs) are safe and effective for use by most women, including those who have not given birth, who wish to space births, and those living with or at risk of HIV infection. For some women, IUD insertion is not recommended due to the presence of certain medical conditions, such as genital cancer and current cervical infection. Women who desire to use an IUD should therefore be screened for such medical conditions in order to determine if they are appropriate candidates for the IUD. Based on the recently revised recommendations of the Medical Eligibility Criteria for Contraceptive Use (WHO, 2004; updated 2008), Family Health International (FHI) has developed a simple checklist to help health care providers screen clients who have made an informed decision to use an IUD. The IUD Checklist consists of 21 questions designed to identify medical conditions and high-risk behaviors that would prevent safe IUD use or requirefurther screening. It also provides further guidance and directions based on clients' responses.
Language: English
Keywords:
GLOBAL | MANUAL | STANDARDS | SCREENING | CLIENTS | WOMEN | IUD, COPPER RELEASING | PREGNANCY TESTS | SEX BEHAVIOR | PELVIC EXAM | SEXUALLY TRANSMITTED DISEASES | SIGNS AND SYMPTOMS | Research Methodology | Examinations and Diagnoses | Medical Procedures | Medicine | Health Services | Delivery of Health Care | Health | Program Activities | Programs | Organization and Administration | Demographic Factors | Population | IUD | Contraceptive Methods | Contraception | Family Planning | Laboratory Procedures | Laboratory Examinations and Diagnoses | Behavior | Physical Examinations and Diagnoses | Reproductive Tract Infections | Infections | Diseases
Document Number: 331509

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Title: Developing and scaling up a counseling tool to promote integrated services for youth.
Author: Family Health International [FHI]
Source: [Research Triangle Park, North Carolina], FHI, 2008. [2] p. (Research Utilization Case StudiesUSAID Cooperative Agreement No. GPO-A-00-05-00022-0)
Abstract: Research had shown that youth make up a large proportion of the people seeking HIV testing, yet no tools were available to help providers of this service counsel their young clients about HIV and other sexual risks, including pregnancy. Family Health International's (FHI's) YouthNet program and FHI / Kenya collaborated with a group of youth counselors in Kenya to create a new evidence-based counseling tool for providers of HIV counseling and testing for youth. The new manual attracted wide attention, resulting in its translation into at least four languages. Demand also prompted FHI and additional partners to develop a training guide to help providers effectively use the new counseling tool. The partners -- including International Planned Parenthood / Western Hemisphere Region (IPPF/WHR) and Population Services International (PSI) -- also helped field-test the training guide and are committed to scaling up its use. (Excerpt)
Language: English
Keywords:
DEVELOPING COUNTRIES | KENYA | SUMMARY REPORT | INTERVENTIONS | MANUAL | YOUTH | CLIENTS | HIV TESTING | COUNSELING | HEALTH SERVICES | INTEGRATED PROGRAMS | Africa, Eastern | Africa, Sub Saharan | Africa | Programs | Organization and Administration | Age Factors | Population Characteristics | Demographic Factors | Population | Program Activities | Laboratory Examinations and Diagnoses | Examinations and Diagnoses | Medical Procedures | Medicine | Delivery of Health Care | Health | Clinic Activities
Document Number: 331526


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