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23-11-2024

NAME: MALCOM KIMANI

REG NO: S13/02321/19

UNIT: ZOOL 143-R: Biology of HIV/AIDS and Society

Topic 10 : Socioeconomic Impact of HIV/AIDS on Households

1. Discuss socio-economic impact of HIV/AIDS on public service sector.

Workforce Reduction and Productivity Loss:


 The epidemic predominantly affects the working-age population, leading to reduced staff availability in
essential public services such as healthcare, education, and law enforcement.
 Absenteeism due to illness or caregiving responsibilities increases. Public servants who contract the disease or
lose family members to it often take extended leave, reducing productivity and increasing workloads on
remaining staff.
Increased Costs:
 Healthcare expenses rise as public systems must manage an increased demand for HIV/AIDS treatment and
care, straining limited budgets.
 Funeral expenses and support for affected families further burden public resources.
Decrease in Service Quality and Coverage:
 The loss of skilled personnel results in service delays, compromised quality, and reduced efficiency. For
instance, healthcare systems become overwhelmed, and education sectors face teacher shortages, hindering
overall service delivery.
Stigma and Discrimination:
 Stigma associated with HIV/AIDS affects public sector employees and their families, potentially reducing morale
and hindering workplace cohesion.

2. Enumerate actions that may be taken to save tourism sector from collapsing due to impact of
HIV/AIDS.

Implement Workplace Programs:


 Education and Prevention Campaigns: Establish workplace HIV/AIDS awareness and prevention programs for
tourism employees to reduce new infections.
 Voluntary Testing and Counseling: Provide access to confidential HIV testing and counseling to promote early
diagnosis and treatment.

Strengthen Workforce Capacity:


 Train more staff to replace workers lost due to the epidemic.
 Offer support and treatment for HIV-positive employees to ensure they remain productive.
Improve Healthcare Infrastructure:
 Collaborate with local health sectors to improve access to antiretroviral therapy (ART) and other treatments,
ensuring the workforce remains healthy and available.

Enhance the Destination Image:


 Launch public relations campaigns to reassure tourists that destinations are safe and proactive in addressing
the HIV/AIDS crisis.

Diversify Revenue Sources:


 Reduce reliance on labor-intensive tourism models by promoting technology-enhanced services like
automated booking systems.

Strengthen Community Support:


 Encourage partnerships with local communities to ensure the tourism industry provides mutual benefits,
including job creation and funding for HIV-related health initiatives.

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