~ AIDS / HIV ~

Access Information Centre at the Alfred
A state-wide resource centre on HIV/AIDS, Hepatitis and Sexually Transmissible Infections for the Victorian community (Australia). The Access Information Centre helps people using the service to find information. The web site guides users through the range of Internet information available and includes fact sheets on various sexually transmitted diseases, support services, statistics, prevention and links to other useful sites.

Aids, Hepatitis and Sexual Health Line Inc.
An incorporated association that deals with sexually transmitted diseases including HIV/AIDS, viral hepatitis and in particular hepatitis C. The web site contains general information about the functions of the association as well as information about hepatitis, AIDS and other sexually transmitted diseases.

AIDS Council of South Australia
South Australia's peak community based HIV/AIDS organisation. ACSA seeks to promote the best health and quality of life for those people in the community affected by AIDS. ACSA works to achieve its aims by advocating for the interests of those affected by AIDS virus, and through providing a wide range of quality education, information, care and support services.

Australian Federation of Aids Organisations (AFAO)
AFAO is the peak non-government organisation representing Australia's community-based response to HIV/AIDS. Resources on the site include: a magazine for people living with HIV/AIDS, policy and legal publications, Health Maintenance and Monitoring Information Page, and links to related materials.

Australian National Council on AIDS and Related Diseases (ANCARD)
ANCARD is the Federal Government's peak advisory body on Australia's response and management of HIV/AIDS and related diseases. ANCARD is primarily concerned with the identification of national needs, objectives and priorities in the areas of education, treatment, services and research and to take on a public information role on HIV/AIDS and related issues in order to increase community understanding. The site has information on and links to AIDS related committees, strategies and reports.

National Centre in HIV Social Research (NCHSR)
NCHSR conducts research which describes and analyses the social understandings, meanings and practices of peoples, institutions and communities in relation to HIV, STDs and other communicable diseases. Information about current studies, research opportunities, and updates on research projects is available from the site.

Sexually Transmitted Disease Services - Clinic 275 - Royal Adelaide Hospital
This site provides information about Clinic 275, Adelaide's STD clinic and the services it offers. Included is a brief overview of the most common sexually transmitted diseases in South Australia with links to more detailed information. Statistics, information for health workers and links to other STD Clinics are also available.

Vivaids
VIVAIDS is a statewide membership based organisation of drug users funded through government grants. Its main aim is to increase the knowledge and understanding amongst drug users about blood borne viruses, overdose and other issues of concern about illicit drug use. The membership is made up of current users, ex-users and people whose aim is to increase information and education about illicit drug use so that people who take drugs do so with minimum harm to themselves. The web site provides information related to a range of issues associated with drug taking, HIV/AIDS and hepatitis.

AEGIS - the HIV Daily Briefing
Developed with the support of Roxane Laboratories, iMetrikus, Inc., the National Library of Medicine US, and individual donations, ÆGIS presents publications, research, facts, news and other resources about HIV and AIDS. The information on the site is updated hourly, and includes information on prevention, treatment, discrimination issues and more.

AVERT
A leading UK AIDS Education and Medical Research charity, responsible for a wide range of education and medical research work. The site focuses on information about education to prevent infection with HIV, information for HIV positive people and the latest news and statistics. Resources, available in a number of languages, include downloadable booklets, conferences and events announcements, frequently asked questions, and more.

The Impact of HIV/AIDS on Children
This page is part of the Early Child Development (ECD) web site sponsored by The World Bank Group. The chapter is designed to be a portal in which ECD has compiled information provided by the numerous groups and individuals who have put forth an effort to address the pandemic. Links to organizations, data, articles and newsletters, and plans of action related to children affected by the HIV/AIDS are listed here.