EVALUATION OF SUPPORT SERVICES NEEDED FOR PEOPLE LIVING WITH HIV (PLWH) ATTENDING RETRO CLINIC, TERTIARY CARE HOSPITAL AND ART PLUS CENTER, KARNATAKA, INDIA (original) (raw)

Introduction: Human Immunodeficiency Virus (HIV) that reasons Acquired Immunodeficiency Syndrome (AIDS) has become one of the world's most alarming health- related problem. In developing countries like India AIDS have not only impact on physical health but also have retarding impact on Social and Psychological status of patients. People living with HIV/AIDS (PLWHA) may lose career, income, and even friends and family members as significant resources of assistance and support. The quality and organization ...