Aids in the Bahamas - 1764 Words

AIDS in Bahamians, ages 15-44 A major cause of death of Bahamians in the age group 15 to 44 is AIDS. This is a result of unprotected sex, ignorance and the reluctancy to get tested and treated. Many Bahamians engage in sexual intercourse without the use of contraceptives. Ignorant to the dangers of AIDS, they believe that nothing will happen. When and if there is a slight belief that one is infected with AIDS, Bahamians tend to hesitate to get tested or treated because of appearances. However, â€Å"as research, investment and commitment into understanding HIV and AIDS increased, so the outcome of people living with HIV improved around the world† (â€Å"AVERTing HIV AIDS†). With innovative and private methods many organizations have formed for†¦show more content†¦Moreover, 93% of females can transmit the AIDS virus to males during unprotected sex. Furthermore, 94% of the combined sample recognized that the AIDS virus can be transmitted through heterosexual relations. In addition, Rodgers and Rolle state that only 32% of the sexually active combined sample ensured that they always used condoms during sex. This means that 68% of the sexually active adolescents in this survey are conducting in unprotected sex which can very well, lead to AIDS. It is evident that in this age group, these is reckless and irresponsible engagement in sexual activity which has led to the dangerous AIDS epidemic. After interviewing Ms. Sandra Smith, age 21, it was found that she was a prime example of a young Bahamian engaging in reckless unprotected sex adding to the AIDS epidemic. Ms. Smith said, â€Å"I was 20 when I found out I had AIDS. I have about six serious partners before I got tested. I had sex with them all without using protection†. When Ms. Smith was asked why she did not use a condom she responded by saying, â€Å"I really do not know why I did not use a condom. I guess it was all in the heat of the moment. It was all fun, at the time†! Ms. Smith ended the inte rview by saying that, â€Å"I regret doing what I did, my stupid actions, not using protection. It is the reason that I have AIDS. I am not proud of my actions but it is the truth. I have AIDS and I will probably live a short life because I had unprotected sex†.Show MoreRelatedHuman Development Report1826 Words   |  8 PagesUS decline: visitor arrivals have declined by 4.5% in 2008, tourism’s output has decreased for three consecutive years because of lower occupancy rates and reduced visitors spending. Financial services are the second-most important sector of the Bahamian economy and account for about 36% of GDP although the financial services sector remains minimally exposed to financial contagion the outlook for this sector is guarded. Manufacturing and agriculture combined contribute less than a 10th of GDP andRead MoreThe Second Seminole War2447 Words   |  10 Pagesthe government to punish Jackson for the injustices led to foreign hostilities with both Brit ain and Spain. The Adam-Onis Treaty of 1819 officially ended the First Seminole War and transferred ownership of Florida from Spain to the United States (a major political victory for the United States at the time), and the deportation of the Seminoles out of the newly acquired land became of the utmost importance in 1821. After tensions between indigenous tribes and white settlers intensified in the years