An Assessment on the Outcomes of HIV/AIDS Development Intervention Management In the Cities of Bukidnon, Philippines

Abstract

This study is designed to investigate the outcomes of HIV/AIDS intervention management in Valencia City and Malaybalay City, Bukidnon, Philippines. Specifically on the adoption of multi-sectoral intervention in terms of community support for the care and treatment of HIV/AIDS, as well as in designing strategies to promote information, education and communication on HIV/AIDS. The multi-sectoral involvement of the government and private sectors enables them to do the planning, execution and monitoring of the status of HIV/AIDS in their respective jurisdiction. The CHO, CSWD, City AIDS Council, community and religious based organization, media, LGBT, women’s organization, PNP and Academe collaborative efforts to conduct Mobile VCT, HIV/AIDS awareness Peer education, prevention and diagnostic tests were successful.. The partnership of Alagad ng Mindanao, LGU’s and several hospitals provided the doctors, nurses, pharmacist and trained volunteers with STI & HIV management training, primary care training, HIV proficiency for Medtech on HIV testing and as well as Regional AIDS Assistance team meetings. Those infected with HIV/AIDS are encouraged to break free from the stigma and embarrassment and more patients avails the treatment and care services and indulged themselves for regular check-up and monitoring of HIV/AIDS status. There is a gradual decrease of social stigma and discrimination and avail the needed medication to slow the effects of the HIV/AIDS and continue to perform their day-to-day activities. The local response is a key element of the country's program for combating HIV/AIDS. The two local governments (LGUs), along with Cagayan De Oro City, are the core of the program in Region X. They had committed to reduce HIV infection through the Sustainable Development Goal (SDG) and the HIV and AIDS Medium-Term Plan (AMTP).