Abstract
The purpose of this study was to examine the level of HIV/AIDS risk-behavior knowledge of students majoring in recreation and health-related fields. A total of 258 undergraduate and graduate students were surveyed. Over 50% of the participants believed that HIV can penetrate unbroken skin, over 40% believed that sharing kitchen utensils and a bathroom with a person with AIDS places one at risk for contracting AIDS, and nearly 25% believed that AIDS can be transmitted by mosquitoes and cockroaches. No significant relationship was found between participants' personal experience with people with AIDS and level of knowledge. Overall students demonstrated some knowledge of AIDS. However, there is still a great deal of misinformation regarding AIDS suggesting the need for incorporating HIV/AIDS information into the curriculum.
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