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Editorial

The vulnerability of the Caribbean region

Introduction

Does conservatism and religion guide this phenomenon? What is a better path to address the topic?

What is needed?

Review Articles

Pan American Health Organization approves nine-year regional strategy and plan of action to reduce the vulnerabilities of Caribbean adolescents and youth

Abstract

Introduction

Adolescents and young people neglected in HIV and AIDS response

Vulnerabilities of Caribbean adolescents and young people

The way forward

PAHOs strategic areas of action

Conclusion

References

Human papillomavirus (HPV) and cervical cancer health system preparedness in Saint Lucia: A policy brief

Abstract

Introduction

Who is affected and how?

Analysis of data

Distribution in the population and risk factors

How it is related to the functioning utilization of services and cost of providing care

Public health significance of the issue

Population affected

Policy Interventions

Policy 1 –Vaccination

Implementation

Policy 2 – Education and Screening

Implementation

References

Sexual and reproductive health education: A case for inclusion in the curriculum of primary schools in the Caribbean

Abstract

Introduction

Background

SRH knowledge, attitudes and behavior among youth

SRH education in the Caribbean

Justification for SRH education in Caribbean primary schools

SRH education curriculum for primary schools

Curriculum development

Curriculum content

Curriculum implementation

Discussion

Limitations

Conclusion

References

Original Articles

“Horning” and the emergence of female empowerment: Translation of gendered sex practices

Abstract

Introduction

Methods

Results

Table 1. Distribution of participant characteristics (n = 114)

Table 2. Reasons for horning (n = 50)

Discussion

References

Violence among adolescents in 13 Caribbean islands

Abstract

Introduction

Methods

Results

Table 1. Prevalence of violence among Caribbean adolescents aged 12 to 15 years

Table 2. Associations between physical violence indicators in a sample of Caribbean boys and girls aged 12 – 15

Discussion

References

Socio-cultural factors influence vulnerability to HIV infection: An outreach to men who have sex with men (MSM) in Grenada

Abstract

Introduction

HIV/AIDS stigma

Homosexuality and men who have sex with men in the Caribbean

HIV in the English-speaking Caribbean

The Grenadian context

Methods

Study procedures

Survey measures

Data analysis

Results

Table 1. Baseline characteristics of 47 participants recruited in Grenada

Table 2. Participants’ general knowledge about HIV and STIs

Table 3. Participants’ internal stigma

Table 4. Participants’ external stigma and discrimination

Table 5. Participants’ attitudes due to stigma and discrimination

Table 6. Participants’ sexual behaviors

Discussion

Conclusion

Strengths and limitations

References

Child sexual abuse in Saint Lucia

Abstract

Introduction

Methods

Results

Discussion

Conclusion

Recommendations

References

The threat of HIV and hepatitis C transmission among Grenadian adolescents from injection drug use

Abstract

Introduction

Methods

Results

Table 1. Demographic summary of the sample

Table 2. Summary of injecting drug use behavior

Table 3. Summary of post injection use behavior

Discussion

Conclusion

References

Provision of tuberculosis services in public facilities to HIV/AIDS infected clients in the Eastern Caribbean

Abstract

Introduction

Methods

Data collection protocol

Data collection questionnaires

Statistical analyses

Results and discussion

Availability of services

Table 1. Basic HIV/AIDS-related service provision by public facilities that offer any care or support services (CSS), CHSPA1, 2005/2006

Supportive management

Tuberculosis services and service-related conditions

Table 2. Number of facilities with supportive management practices for health service providers who treat infections relevant to HIV/AIDS,1 2005/2006

Table 3. Tuberculosis services,1 2005/2006

Tuberculosis treatment and/or follow-up using DOTS

Resources and supplies for diagnosing TB

Table 4. Tuberculosis treatment and/or follow-up using Direct Observed Treatment Short-course (DOTS)1, 2005/2006

Table 5. Resources and supplies for diagnosing tuberculosis1, 2005/2006

Conclusion

Acknowledgments

References

The influence of family structure on sexual health behavior in Saint Lucia youth

Abstract

Introduction

Methods

Study population

Data collection and analysis

Results

Table 1. Distribution of respondents by their demographic characteristics

Sexual practices and behaviour

Table 2. Distribution of respondents by sexual practices and risk behaviours

Table 3. Distribution all of ages of Saint Lucia youth who have had sex and who haven’t had sex by family structure

Table 4. Percentage of youth who have had sex who used a condom during their last act of sexual intercourse by age at first sexual experience

Table 5. Percentage distribution of survey respondents who have ever had sex, age at first sex, multi-partner sexual relations, and inconsistent condom use by selected characteristics

Table 6. Family structure and risky sexual behavioural patterns among youth in Saint Lucia

Table 7. Gender and risky sexual behavioural patterns among youth in Saint Lucia

Factors predicting risky sexual behavioural patterns

Risky sexual behaviours

Multiple sexual partner relationships (2+)

Inconsistent condom use

Discussion

Limitations and strengths of the study

Conclusion

References

Correlation between self-efficacy in sexual negotiation and engagement in risky sexual behaviors: Pilot study of adolescents attending a secondary school in Grenada, West Indies

Abstract

Introduction

Methods

Study design

Sample

Data analysis

Results

Table 1. Summary of self-efficacy: Total sample

Table 2. Summary of condom usage

Discussion

Limitations of study

Conclusion

References

Risky sexual behaviors and marijuana use among Grenadian adolescents

Abstract

Introduction

Methods

Table 1. Summary of demographic variables

Data analysis

Results

Table 2.

Table 3. Summary of sexual health risk behaviors by gender

Table 4. Summary of sexual risk behaviors by grade level

Analysis of current Grenadian policies

Grenadian secondary school’s drug policies

Sexual health policy in Grenadian secondary schools

Sexual health policies within the Ministry of Health

Grenada’s Planned Parenthood Association (GPPA) sexual health policy

Discussion

Policy recommendations

Conclusion