Well targeted prevention does have an impact. Prevention deserves more funding. Prevention at the micro-level adds up to global gain. Prevention is especially important in developing countries. Prevention requires targeting of particularly vulnerable groups.
Prevention needs to be based on sound empirical data.
Policy Recommendations Prevention works and is a cost-effective investment. Prevention initiatives should incorporate the evaluation of impact and cost effectiveness. Effective HIV prevention depends on a comprehensive combination of successful behavioral, bio-medical, social and economic approaches. The participation of individuals infected with HIV and communities affected by the epidemic is critical to an effective, humane and ethical response. Prevention strategies must take fully into account that the epidemic is focused disproportionately on individuals who are marginalized in society and are under-served by formal institutions and programs.