Aid Programs Research Articles

Empleo y salarios de los graduados universitarios: evaluación del impacto de un programa de ayuda financiera mediante propensity score matching

Introduction / Objective: Educational funding in Venezuela is limited, especially in private higher education institutions, due to existing budget constraints. Despite these limitations, some grant programmes manage to serve a significant proportion of students. The purpose of this research was to evaluate the impact of a financial aid programme at a Latin American university by analysing the probability of employment and remuneration at three key points in time: during the degree programme, upon graduation, and three years after graduation. Methodology: A sample of graduates from various programmes was used, and information about their career paths was collected by means of a follow-up survey. The analysis was conducted using propensity score matching through the Average Treatment Effect on the Treated (ATT) estimator, employing both parametric and non-parametric methods. Results: The results indicate an inverse relationship between the financial aid received and the salary earned during the evaluation periods, alongside a positive relationship with the probability of being employed. However, none of the estimated coefficients were significant, whether for the nearest neighbour, the 5 or 10 nearest neighbours, the Kernel estimation, or the local linear estimation, taking into account the common support and the 20% trimming. Conclusions: It cannot be concluded that the grant received during the degree programme significantly improves employment and remuneration outcomes. This suggests the need for a comprehensive programme that includes support in job placement processes in order to enhance these outcomes.

Assessment of the acceptability and feasibility of HIV self-testing in vulnerable population groups in Togo

Background: The aim of this study was to assess the acceptability and feasibility of HIV self-testing in vulnerable population groups. Methods: This was a quantitative and qualitative study conducted in April 2022 in thirteen pilot centers of the national AIDS program. The target populations were men who had sex with men (MSM), female sex workers (FSWs), and street adolescents. Results: During the study period, 802 people were included in this study, among whom 51.4% were male. The study population consisted mainly of FSWs (34.4%), MSM (24.4%), and people from the general population (23.2%). The median age of the participants was 23 years, ranging from 13 to 77 years. The overall acceptability of the self-test was estimated to be 97.1% (n = 779). Six participants refused to do it immediately yet suggested that they might do it later, and 17 (2.1%) outright refused to do it. Acceptability was 100% among street adolescents, transgender people, and drug users. The lowest level of acceptability (93.5%) was found among the FSWs. Self-testing was considered feasible for 99.7% (n = 777) IC95% (99.1-100.0) of the participants. Conclusion: Our study showed that self-testing is a highly acceptable and practical strategy for MSM, FSWs, and adolescents in Togo. Therefore, in order to accelerate the implementation of population screening programs in our country, it is important to bring all innovative interventions to scale if we are to achieve the UNAIDS 95-95-95 targets by 2026. Key words: Autoimmune bullous dermatoses, Pemphigus, Bullous pemphigoid, Togo

WOMEN EMPLOYMENT AND ENTREPRENEURSHIP: A SYSTEMATIC REVIEW OF TRENDS AND PATTERNS POST UTILIZATION OF NEW MEDIA TECHNOLOGIES

The rapid spread of COVID-19 across the country and the subsequent lockdowns disrupted a substantial number of businesses across the country. Small businesses, especially those owned and operated by women, have been affected by the epidemic, which has exacerbated the situation. In addition, the information gleaned from the applications revealed that despite these challenging circumstances, women had demonstrated remarkably high levels of leadership, happiness, and resilience. In 2020, women initiated twice as many Facebook-based fundraising campaigns as men. Moreover, female-initiated events received twice as many donations, accounting for 64% of the total cash donations. In addition, this research provides information on how businesswomen can utilize social media successfully in their operations, as well as variables that are advantageous to these businesswomen when conducting online business on social media. The objective of this study is to examine the pattern and trend of women's employment and entrepreneurship post utilization of new media. The study reveals that despite the presence of educational and socioeconomic issues, tribal women entrepreneurs have emerged in the last few decades with the aid of government-sponsored economic programs, and they are also improving their society.

Humanitarian Aid for Ukraine as a Pivotal Element in the Polish Aid Programme and an Opportunity to Amplify the Role of Development Cooperation in the Polish Foreign Policy

Russia’s aggression against Ukraine and the ensuing humanitarian crisis made 2022 a landmark year in terms of humanitarian aid to Ukraine and resulted in a huge wave of support, not only financial. Poland became known as a “humanitarian superpower,” and the attitude of Poles was assessed as unprecedented in terms of solidarity. The events in Ukraine significantly affected the Polish development cooperation system (Polish Aid), causing not only a more than 200 percent increase in ODA and the proportion of its distribution, but increasing the involvement of Polish actors. The answer to the question of how much the situation is likely to translate into an increase in the share of humanitarian aid, which is part of development cooperation, in Polish foreign policy depends on Poland’s further strategy of providing humanitarian aid and skillfully combining it with social potential.

Faktor-Faktor Yang Mempengaruhi Audit Delay Pada Perusahaan Sektor Properties & Real Estate

This research is based on the phenomenon of many public companies experiencing long periods of time in publishing their financial reports. This research aims to test the effect of profitability, solvency, firm size, and auditor reputation on audit. In this study, profitability, solvency, firm size, and auditor reputation variables act as independent variables, besides the dependent variable used is audit delay. The sample in this study is properties & real estate companies listed on the IDX in 2021- 2022 with a total sample of 70 samples. The sample selection is based on the purposive sampling method with the criteria and requirements determined by the researcher. The analytical method used in this research is multiple linear regression analysis using SPSS 25 program aid. The results showed that partially variables profitability have a significant negative effect on audit delay and solvency have a negative effect but not significant on audit delay. Meanwhile, the firm size and auditor reputation have a positif but not significant effect on audit delay.

Challenges Associated with Persons Internally Displaced by Boko Haram Insurgency in Yobe State

This study investigates the challenges confronting individuals displaced by the Boko Haram insurgency in Damaturu Local Government Area, Yobe State, shedding light on the broader impact of global terrorism and insurgency. The research objectives focus on understanding the reasons for displacement and identifying obstacles faced by Internally Displaced Persons (IDPs) in accessing essential/everyday life items. Using a mixed-method approach, including surveys and in-depth interviews, data was gathered from 805 respondents for the survey and 5 participants for the IDI in 5 IDPs’ settlements including Abbari YBC, Abujan Mai-Mala, AMG Farm, Kasaisa and Kukareta. Key findings reveal that 99.0% of respondents attribute their displacement to Boko Haram, with 50.2% experiencing the loss of family members. Challenges in accessing basic necessities are prevalent, with 93.9% reporting difficulties, particularly in food (78.8%), toiletries (61.1%), and clothing (77.9%). The demographic profile highlights a higher representation of women (61.5%) and a younger demographic. The study underscores the urgent need for comprehensive support mechanisms, including humanitarian aid, enhanced security, psycho-social support, tailored education, and sustainable livelihood programs. Vulnerable groups, particularly women and youth, require targeted interventions. In conclusion, the study emphasises the necessity for coordinated efforts to address the multifaceted challenges faced by internally displaced persons in Yobe State, ensuring their survival, dignity, and future stability in the aftermath of insurgency. Recommendations of this study include intensified humanitarian aid, collaboration with security agencies, psycho-social support programs, tailored education initiatives, sustainable livelihood support, and facilitation of collaboration among governmental agencies, non-governmental organisations, and local communities.

Adaptation of Conventional Wheat Flour Mill to Refine Sorghum, Corn, and Cowpea

This study evaluated the refinement of sorghum, corn, and cowpea grains using the processing steps and equipment originally designed for wheat milling that consists of a conventional gradual reduction system. The need to mill these grains resulted from a desire to produce alternative ingredients for developing new fortified blended extruded foods used for food aid programming. Milling of white sorghum grain resulted in a crude protein content of 7.4% (wb) for both whole and coarse-milled flour. The crude protein content in whole fine-milled sorghum was 6.8% (wb), which was significantly lower than that of whole coarse flour at 9.3% (wb). A decrease in the ash content of sorghum flour correlates with the decortication process. However, degermed corn, fine and coarse, had significantly different crude protein content of 6.0 ± 0.2% (wb) and 7.7 ± 0.06% (wb), respectively. Degerming of corn improved the quality of corn flour (fine and coarse) by reducing the crude fat content from 3.3 ± 0.18% (wb) to 1.2 ± 0.02% (wb) and 0.6 ± 0.13% (wb), respectively. This helped increase the starch content from 60.1 ± 0.28% (wb) in raw corn to 74.7 ± 0.93% (wb) and 71.8 ± 0.00% (wb) in degermed fine and coarse corn flour, respectively. Cowpea milling did not produce differences in the milling stream outputs when the crude fat and crude protein were compared. Whole flour from the grains had higher milling yields than decorticated flour. This study demonstrated that a mill dedicated to wheat size reduction can be adapted to refine other grains to high quality.

College opportunity and teen fertility: Evidence from Ser Pilo Paga in Colombia

We study the effects of an increase in post-secondary educational opportunities on teen fertility by exploiting policy-induced variation from Ser Pilo Paga (SPP), a generous college financial aid program in Colombia that dramatically expanded college opportunities for low-income students. Our preferred empirical approach uses a triple difference design that leverages variation in the share of female students eligible for the program across municipalities and the fact that the introduction of SPP should not affect the education and fertility decisions of older women not targeted by the program. We find that after the introduction of SPP, fertility rates for women aged 15–19 years old decreased in more affected municipalities by about 6 percent relative to less affected municipalities. This effect accounts for approximately one-fourth of the overall decrease in teen fertility observed in the years following the program’s announcement. Our results suggest that increasing economic opportunities through expanding college access can contribute to lowering teen fertility rates.

Актуальні напрями соціальної роботи з військовослужбовцями та їхніми сім’ями

Social workers play a critical role in providing support and guidance to military families during deployment. They offer counseling services to help family members cope with the emotional challenges of separation and uncertainty. By creating a safe space for families to express their fears and concerns, social workers can facilitate the healing process and strengthen family bonds. In addition, social workers play an important role in bridging the communication gap between deployed personnel and their families by ensuring that important messages and updates are effectively communicated. In addition, social workers connect military families with resources and support networks to help them navigate the challenges of deployment. Whether it's access to mental health services, financial aid programs, or educational resources for children, social workers advocate for the well-being of military families. In addition to the support provided by social workers, there are various programs and activities specifically designed to meet the needs of military families. Family therapy sessions are conducted to eliminate communication disorders and improve family relationships. These activities create a safe environment for family members to express their thoughts and feelings, ultimately fostering better understanding and cohesion.

Sustainable Employment Creation through the Polish Investment Zone in Lagging Regions

The article aims to identify the firm-level effects of public support within the Polish Investment Zone (PIZ) on firms’ employment located in lagging regions of Poland, signalling insights into sustainable employment creation. Utilising a difference-in-differences framework and accounting for controls, including the firms’ size, age, leverage, other public aid programmes, subsidies, and firm-level fixed effects, our objective is to ascertain the average treatment effects (ATEs) of the programme, particularly concerning the creation of additional workplaces. To ensure the reliability of our findings, we conducted robustness checks utilising alternative econometric approaches and scrutinise changes in the duration of both the pre- and post-treatment periods. No significant ATEs were observed in the year of the treatment or in one to three years following treatment. This outcome remains robust to variations in the econometric approach, the set of variables considered, and alterations in the length of both pre- and post-treatment periods. This article contributes to an ongoing discussion marked by a lack of consensus regarding the effectiveness of special economic zones in fostering sustainable employment and reducing unemployment rates by presenting the effects of the PIZ and directing policy attention towards more qualitative aspects of created workplaces, fostering sustainable employment.

Financial Policies for Single-Person Household Housing in South Korea

We investigated the determinants of awareness, utilization, and satisfaction regarding financial aid programs for single-person households in South Korea and proposed policy enhancements. Our analysis employed logistic regression on microdata from the “2020 Housing Survey” by Statistics Korea, covering the nation and all age groups. We categorized single-person household traits affecting program awareness, utilization, and satisfaction into demographic, socio-economic, housing, and housing perception factors. The dependent variables included awareness, utilization status, and satisfaction levels of government-sponsored financial support programs, which were measured on a four-point Likert scale. The independent variables encompassed demographic, socio-economic, and housing characteristics, which were analyzed comprehensively. We identified factors that influenced awareness, utilization, and satisfaction and recommended tailored policy measures. The findings revealed lower awareness among elderly individuals, women, rural residents, and rental households. Moreover, older age, lower income, rental, and one-room dwelling households exhibited lower utilization rates, with decreased housing and residential environment satisfaction correlating with diminished program satisfaction. Due to the diverse characteristics of single-person households, strategic interventions are crucial. Measures to bridge information gaps, establish comprehensive long-term support systems, and develop differentiated policies tailored to single-person household traits are imperative for improving financial aid programs for this demographic.

Place-based policies, agglomeration economics, and environmental impacts: evidence from China’s Xinjiang targeted pairing aid program

Concerns about opportunistic behaviors by governments and their failure to recognize local needs are significant issues with place-based policies. In China’s aid program targeted at Xinjiang, rather than solely relying on fiscal transfers and centralized decision-making, there was encouragement for the involvement of state-owned enterprises and direct cooperation between aid providers and recipients. While these arrangements have helped the program succeed in addressing concerns related to place-based policies and have contributed to economic growth in recipient areas, there are potential negative impacts on the local environment, leading to what is termed as a pollution heaven scenario. Analyzing of data from 72 ethnic cities in China using a difference-in-differences approach, we demonstrate that the program resulted in notable increases in local GDP and PM2.5 concentrations, accompanied by expansion of polluting industries. This study is pertinent to ongoing discussions in place-based policy research and offers policy insights both domestically and internationally.

An intersectional perspective on the impacts and responses of entrepreneurs during the COVID-19 pandemic in Germany

In the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic, research is swiftly progressing to comprehend the impact on solo self-employed individuals and microenterprises. Although there is unanimous agreement within the literature that this unprecedented event has profoundly affected businesses globally, evidence regarding these impacts’ precise direction and extent remains inconclusive. A limited understanding exists concerning the various intersecting factors influencing entrepreneurs’ affectedness and coping strategies. This article employs qualitative interview data to examine how entrepreneurs from knowledge-intensive services and retail and hospitality sectors in Germany experienced, navigated and responded to the multifaceted challenges posed by the COVID-19 pandemic. Results reveal that factors at the intersection of sector affiliation, gender, migrant background and care/parental responsibilities determine entrepreneurs’ affectedness and shape their coping strategies, including using state aid programmes. Highlighting distinct combinations of intersecting factors, we contribute to advancing the ongoing scholarly discourse on crisis dynamics and intersectionality in entrepreneurship and policymaking.

Disaster mitigation education (DME): A bibliometric study from Scopus database

Abstract Natural catastrophes may be especially devastating in some countries. Thus, in disaster-prone areas, it is crucial that people get education on mitigation strategies so that they can be prepared for future calamities. Therefore, it is vital for all parties involved that research be conducted on mitigation education. This bibliometric study examines disaster mitigation education (DME) bibliographies in the Scopus database from 2011 to 2022 with the goal of mapping this research to guide future studies on the subject of disasters. The study process consisted of four steps: finding, filtering, correcting, and analyzing; each step was accomplished with the aid of a different program, such as Publish or Perish, Mendeley Desktop, and the VOSviewer application. Publication tendencies connected to mitigation education were examined, along with citations, authors’ collaboration, and the examination of keywords used in abstracts. Throughout the four phases, there were 13 issues that saw an increasing publishing rate throughout the aforementioned period. After that, the years 2015-2017 saw an increase in the issue’s citations before gradually declining again. Only ten authors, mostly from North American nations, worked together on studies of DME globally. Finally, the authors in this issue made frequent use of 16 abstract terms, the most common of which were “mitigation,” “student,” and “object.” According to these findings, there has been a dearth of research on the feasibility of incorporating disaster-prevention strategies into existing educational structures, including curricula, learning materials, and policies. Students should be taught about disaster preparedness at an early age so that future generations may avoid problems before, during, and after a crisis.

Emergency medical services impact evaluation approaches in low and middle-income countries

There is a strong need to critically consider the neocolonial context when discussing the impact evaluation of Eemergency Medical Services (EMS) systems in many low to middle-income countries. Many of these countries have faced exploitation and settler colonialism, and in today’s world the aftermath of these political–economic unequal power dynamics persists through neocolonialism. “Solutions” to prehospital care and related donor-driven development sector aid programs are typically orchestrated by high-income countries in the Global North, many of whom directly benefited from centuries of colonizing the Global South. This perpetuates the financial and technocratic dependency of many low to middle-income countries.Traditional Global North–led impact assessment typically revolves around mortality outcomes. This is problematic because singularly tracking mortality can obscure the influence of important factors at play beyond the emergency response incident itself, such as morbidity and socioeconomic privilege. This is why process indicators such as response times and economic impacts on first responders and communities are crucial. Hence, instead of trying to develop a one-size-fits-all impact assessment criteria for all the diverse prehospital care system contexts across the world, it is important to focus on enabling bottom-up, community-led, and participatory approaches to finding context-tailored solutions. A key element of this should be the co-creation of the measures of success themselves with the community stakeholders.Such a decolonial holistic approach may then help put the spotlight on often neglected important measures, such as the inclusion of underprivileged minorities in emergency response and the level of protection against catastrophic health care expenditure built into EMS systems. In doing so, it can encourage a monitoring and evaluation shift from short-term mortality to long-term wellbeing, taking into account cultural contexts about what “wellbeing” entails. Furthermore, it is important to challenge the taken-for-granted notion that in low to middle-income countries, EMS systems are solely for trauma and medical emergencies. It is also important to consider (with the dialogue led by the local stakeholders) what sustainability would look like, and how resources accordingly should be allocated, in those regions in low to middle-income countries where there is political and economic volatility as a consequence of continuing neocolonial hegemony.

Similarities and differences of lung cancer (LC) multidisciplinary teams (MDTs) in China compared to Europe and Canada.

e13562 Background: LC MDTs involve a collaborative approach where specialists work together to analyze individual cases, discuss treatment options, and tailor comprehensive care plans for patients. Implementing MDTs can be challenging, especially for developing countries with limited resources and high disease burden. China, with approximately 820,000 new patients with lung cancer in 2020 accounting for 37% of the total number in the world, bears the responsibility of treating the largest lung cancer patient population worldwide. The global MDT Aid Program (MAP) in LC has been including China to gather insights on the challenges, best practices, similarities, and differences of China LC MDT processes compared to other countries, so as to improve the outcome and cost-efficiency of global MDTs. Methods: In this study, we learned about the status, best practices, challenges of LC MDT development in China through virtual semi-structured healthcare professional (HCP) interviews, on-site masterclasses, and internal data sharing with 3 Chinese leading hospitals in LC - Guangdong Provincial People’s Hospital, West China Hospital and Xiangya Hospital. Similarities and differences were gathered based on previous MAP experience and insights from HCP discussions in LC across the Netherlands, Italy, Spain, Switzerland, Denmark, Norway, and Canada. To build a global collaboration on LC MDTs, three international knowledge exchange (IKE) sessions were organised to include China and all participating countries. Results: We identified seven main differences between China, Europe and Canada, including the enrolment criteria of patients in MDT that China MDTs focus on challenging cases such as resistance to multi-lines of therapy, multiple primary lung cancer and stage III lung cancer, while Europe and Canada MDTs mainly for routine patients. Other differences include setup and composition of MDT teams, digitalization of MDTs, incentives and reimbursement for MDT attendance, cross-institutional patient referral to the MDT, time spent per patient, patient follow-up after MDT discussion. Similarities identified include the MDT development model from both hospital and national level, experience sharing to educate junior physicians, hospital willingness to learn at global level, and challenges of high pressure with limited medical resources. Best practices of leveraging innovative digital capabilities to improve MDT efficiency and to support decision-making have been shared by China participants during the IKEs. Conclusions: Global collaboration to identify synergies within LC MDT communities can help China and other regions learn from each other and share China expertise in large-volume data-based practices globally. Alongside China’s rapid development of digital health, the digitalization of MDTs is likely to follow.

Impact of educational financing on the social mobility of university graduates: An analysis using regression discontinuities

The aim of this research was to evaluate the impact of the financial aid programme at a private university in Venezuela on the outcome variables of post-graduation or social mobility, such as remuneration at the time of graduation and at present, and the probability of entering the labour market. We used the fuzzy regression design for multiple treatments, given that the programme consists of the application of percentage discounts on tuition, where the allocation index only shows the probability of being treated, thus finding beneficiary individuals to the right and to the left of the threshold at each of the cut-off points. The results show that there are differences in labour market insertion between treated and untreated individuals, in favour of the former, but higher wages for non-beneficiaries. As for the estimates of the fuzzy regression regressions for both remuneration at the different points in time and labour market insertion, it is not possible to identify a positive impact of the treatment.

Analisis Fenomena Hedonisme di Kalangan Mahasiswa Penerima Beasiswa KIP Kuliah: Perspektif Sosio-Ekonomi Baru

This research aims to explore the phenomenon of hedonism among recipients of the Kartu Indonesia Pintar Kuliah (KIPK) scholarship from a new socio-economic perspective. Using a qualitative approach with in-depth interview methods, this study was conducted at Universitas Negeri Jakarta in May 2024. A total of 8 students, both KIPK recipients and non-recipients, were purposively selected as informants. Data collection techniques were carried out through face-to-face interviews or communication media using structured interview guidelines. The data obtained were then thematically analyzed to identify patterns, differences, and key factors influencing the hedonism phenomenon among KIPK recipients. The research results reveal that social pressure, campus environment, social media, ineffective financial management, and lack of financial education are the main driving factors of consumptive behavior among KIPK scholarship recipients. The findings also identify negative impacts such as misuse of funds, social jealousy, and misalignment in the implementation of the scholarship program. This research provides important insights to enhance the effectiveness of financial aid programs through a more holistic and sustainable approach.

Assessment of the financial and economic situation at Ukrainian enterprises during the war

The financial stability of the enterprise is the main criterion that indicates its financial condition and ensures successful functioning. With the beginning of the war, many Ukrainian enterprises became insolvent due to their own financial problems, illiquidity and circumstances that made it impossible to continue business. The paper analyzes the results of a survey of domestic business entities with regard to their expectations regarding the current financial situation. It is studied the share of enterprises operating at full and almost full capacity compared to the pre-war period. There are clarified the main challenges that domestic enterprises are exposed to during the war, in terms of industries. During the war, problems with electricity, water and heat supply interruptions and rising prices for raw materials shared the first place in the rating of business obstacles. Difficulties with the transportation of raw materials and goods in Ukraine were recognized as the third most significant problem. Labor safety ranks fourth in the rating. Disruption of supply chains ranks fifth. There are summarized the main transformations that took place in the country's economy during the war and affected the financial stability of domestic enterprises. They are the following: enterprises revised their approaches to labor organization and the dimensions of production or service provision; in two-thirds of enterprises there was a reduction in personnel; half of the enterprises reviewed their customer base and/or suppliers; businesses began investing in business continuity (generators, communications) and security (relocation costs or employee safety). All of this complicates the financial condition of the business, because at the same time as income decreases, the items of forced expenses increase. From these positions, indicators of the assessment of the financial and economic situation and expectations in the future at Ukrainian enterprises are studied. As a result, there are systematized the directions of adaptation of domestic enterprises to support financial security in wartime, namely: attraction of direct and indirect financial investments, resumption of export of own products and participation in state and international financial aid programs.

HIV/AIDS and its marker diseases-manifestations

An objective confirmation of the seriousness of the human community’s understanding of the global significance of such a «relatively young» infection as HIV/AIDS is the extensive discussions — the discussion of this seemingly purely medical problem at several meetings of the UN General Assembly, as well as the creation of a specialized UNAIDS program (of the United Nations AIDS Program) which this year published a final report entitled «In danger». It assessed the current situation with this infectious disease as an absolute threat to the entire modern human society. Objective — to conduct an analysis of professional publications of recent years regarding the modern clinical and epidemiological features of the clinical course of HIV-infection/AIDS and to determine organizational measures to ensure at least partial well-being of the public health of the population of Ukraine in wartime conditions and the conduct of active hostilities. It is important to emphasize to primary care physicians not only the significant variety of clinical manifestations of various forms of this acutely contagious viral pathology, but also the real possibility of visually diagnosing it — suspecting it at a daily outpatient polyclinic appointment, based on the clinical manifestations of numerous marker diseases already present on the skin and mucous membranes. Materials and methods. Official documents and scientific publications related to public health policy, approaches to overcoming the HIV/AIDS epidemic, dynamics of morbidity and specific manifestations and clinical course of certain marker dermatological manifestations of this viral pathology in Ukraine were analyzed. Results and discusion. The content of the analyzed professional publications indisputably shows that the problem of HIV/AIDS has gone far beyond the scope of the purely medical field and has acquired the status of national significance. A modern approach to improving the state of public health requires constant coordination of the efforts of different people, who at the same time have a wide range of professional skills in many different disciplines, as well as the ability to collaborate fruitfully with others in joint multiprofessional teams to achieve the common goal of overcoming this viral epidemic. Conclusions. The analysis of scientific publications of recent years on the problem of HIV/AIDS indicates an urgent need to consider this disease in the state public health system as a socially significant infectious disease of the whole organism, in which early visual identification on the skin of clinical manifestations of a number of marker dermatoses allows prompt suspicion, and then and to quickly confirm both the fact of HIV infection and to start a course of ART. This requires an interdisciplinary approach and systematic methodological cooperation of primary care physicians, dermatovenerologists, infectious disease specialists, and pathologists in the aspect of timely (early) diagnosis and complex therapy of this viral infectious pathology.