AIDS

Tricking And Tripping Summary

Students frequently believe that anthropological fieldwork necessitates traveling to far-flung tropical locations, but this is not always the case. This reading is based on research conducted in New York City and Atlanta. Claire Sterk is an anthropologist who works in a public health department at a university and focuses on women’s health issues, particularly as … Read more

AIDS – Acquired Immune Deficiency Syndrome

AIDS is a debilitating and often deadly disease caused by the human immunodeficiency virus (HIV). HIV attacks the body’s immune system, making the person infected susceptible to other infections and illnesses, which can lead to AIDS. People with AIDS often experience a wide range of symptoms that can make everyday activities very difficult. There is … Read more