Aids literature for anthropologists: A working bibliography

Bolton, Ralph; Lewis, Michelle; Orozco, Gail

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“…These stories are of vast sociocultural significance, especially as they provide insights into understanding how people assign meaning to pathogens—and with what consequences. Culture, fear, and prejudice play major parts in this process [ 18 ], and it is not without reason that academic publishers across health research have devoted many volumes and special issues to HIV/AIDS throughout the years [ 19 , 20 ].…”

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Reshaping the narrative: Tracing the historical trajectory of HIV/AIDS, gay men, and public health in Sweden

Nyman

2024

PLoS ONE

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The human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) emerged as an endemic health crisis in the United States during the early 1980s. Initially labelled a “gay disease” due to its prevalence among gay men, the spread of HIV led to widespread fear and moral panic, as there was limited medical knowledge on preventing its transmission. While HIV is often associated with Sub-Saharan Africa, this article focuses on Sweden, a pioneering nation that became the first to achieve the remarkable Joint UNAIDS/WHO 90-90-90 continuum in addressing the epidemic. However, despite this significant milestone, the punitive legislation and attitudes prevalent in Sweden have had a counterproductive effect on curbing the virus’s spread. Drawing upon a comprehensive triangulation of various data and sources on the evolution of public policy in Sweden, this article argues for the urgent need to reduce stigma surrounding HIV and AIDS. By undertaking further measures to combat stigmatisation, we not only have the potential to prevent the spread of HIV but also significantly enhance the quality of life for individuals living with the virus. An essential step in this journey is to eliminate the legally-enforced mandatory disclosure of one’s HIV status, which would mark a tremendous victory for all those affected. With limited evidence to support the effectiveness of criminalisation and penal laws, no longer being viewed as criminals for non-disclosure would be a monumental achievement, positively transforming the lives of people living with HIV and fostering a more inclusive and supportive society.

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