"This important and comprehensive volume focuses on the epidemiological and programmatic aspects of the HIV/AIDS epidemic in Asia. The contributors discuss the dynamics and determinants of HIV and cover a wide range of pertinent topics related to its prevention, care and treatment." "Covering a large number of Asian countries and based on actual experiences from the field, this volume will be invaluable for all those engaged in combating HIV throughout the world. In particular, it will be of immense use to all those involved in HIV/AIDS control programmes, public health professionals, health care workers and health administrators, as also to international agencies, NG's and community-based organisations dealing with AIDS."--Jacket.