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Acquired immunodeficiency syndrome or Acquired immune deficiency syndrome (AIDS or Aids) is a collection of symptoms and infections in humans resulting from the specific damage to the immune system caused by infection with the human immunodeficiency virus (HIV). The late stage of the condition leaves individuals prone to opportunistic infections and tumors. Although treatments for AIDS and HIV exist to slow the virus's progression, there is no known cure. HIV is transmitted through direct contact of a mucous membrane or the bloodstream with a bodily fluid containing HIV, such as blood, semen, vaginal fluid, preseminal fluid, and breast milk. This transmission can come in the form of anal, vaginal or oral sex, blood transfusion, contaminated needles, exchange between mother and baby during pregnancy, childbirth, or breastfeeding, or other exposure to one of the above bodily fluids.
Most researchers believe that HIV originated in sub-Saharan Africa during the twentieth century;
it is now a pandemic, with an estimated 38.6 million people now living with the disease worldwide. As of January 2006, the Joint United Nations Programme on HIV/AIDS (UNAIDS) and the World Health Organization (WHO) estimate that AIDS has killed more than 25 million people since it was first recognized on June 5, 1981, making it one of the most destructive epidemics in recorded history. In 2005 alone, AIDS claimed an estimated 2.4 - 3.3 million lives, of which more than 570,000 were children. A third of these deaths are occurring in sub-Saharan Africa, retarding economic growth and destroying human capital. Antiretroviral treatment reduces both the mortality and the morbidity of HIV infection, but routine access to antiretroviral medication is not available in all countries. HIV/AIDS stigma is more severe than that associated with other life-threatening conditions and extends beyond the disease itself to providers and even volunteers involved with the care of people living with HIV.
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Vision and Reading Aids :: Disability
Blindness and Visual Impairment :: Communication Disorders
Blindness and Visual Impairment :: Organisations
Low Vision Aids :: Assistive Technology
Blazie - Technology for visually impaired people. Products include softwarer, braille displays, note takers and a handheld pc.
Braille Transcription UK - Specialises in converting text to Braille for organisations seeking to ensure accessibility for their visually impaired customers or clients. Details of services, charges, and their technology.
Meta Description: [ Braille Transcription UK Ltd are one of Britain's leading independent producers of Braille, large print and audio recordings. ]
Cobolt Systems Ltd - Specialists in the design, manufacture and supply of aids for the blind and partially sighted. Online shopping for household and communication aids.
Meta Description: [ This site has been optimised for accessibility to those who are visually impaired. ]
Force Ten - Suppliers of hearing loop systems, and a wide range of low vision aids, including software, cameras and text readers. Catalogue with prices and contact details.
Meta Description: [ The force Ten Company provides an Extensive range of quality Low Vision products such as Text Readers, Bar Code Scanners, i.d.Mate and other products for the blind and visually impaired. It also offers a wide range of solutions for those with Hearing Loss With home and professional mains loop sy... ]
Horizon - Suppliers of optical and electronic magnifiers by mail-order and online. Product and contact details.
Listening Books - Provides an audio book library service to people throughout the UK. Includes news and how to donate.
Modern World Data - Suppliers of braille, tactile and talking devices. Catalogue and online shop.
Sight And Sound Technology - Computer systems, accessories and software for people who are blind or visually impaired. Catalogue and contact details for purchases plus details of training offered, exhibitions and roadshows.
Talking Newspaper Association UK - Provides national and regional talking newspapers and magazines in alternative formats for the blind, visually impaired and the disabled. Includes news, support and links.
Meta Description: [ www.tnauk.org.uk - The Talking Newspaper Association of the UK National Recording Centre charity was set up in 1984. It provides National and Regional Talking Newspapers and Magazines in alternative formats for the Blind, Visually Impaired and the Disabled who find it difficult to hold a Newspaper. ]
Techno-Vision Systems Ltd - A range of computer software and hardware for Braille, screen magnifiers, text readers, and enhanced keyboards for people with visual impairment. Product information, second-hand corner, and contact details.
Meta Description: [ A range of products & services for blind and visually impaired people. ]
TransMedia Link - Offers audio, braille and large print transcription services for the visually impaired and blind. Details of services, news and visual disability facts.
Meta Description: [ Braille Translations, Audio Translations, Braille Transcriptions, Audio Transcriptions, Large Print Services and Large Print Transcriptions for the visually impaired and blind. ]
Vis-Ability (DK) - Suppliers of electronic and practical aids for visually impaired people. Product notes, photographs and contact details.
Meta Description: [ Vis-Ability supplying electronic aids for visually impaired people since 1992 ]
VST (Vision Support Trading) - Provides transcription services in braille, large print and audio, so companies can meet the needs of visually-impaired customers.
Meta Description: [ Vision Support Trading - Supplier of accessible format (Braille, large print, audio) transcription services. ]
Zychem Ltd - Manufacturer of a range of products including specialist papers and equipment for producing tactile diagrams.
