Some Sociological Aspects of AIDS in the West and its Islamic Approach for Prevention

Abstract

AIDS is the most devastating ailment at the global level. Since there is neither any cure nor immunization available till now, it has spread all over the globe, especially in the Western countries and the USA. The treatment modalities like ART therapy significantly reduce morbidity and mortality but the global disease burden is a serious concern. The present article takes into a brief account of its incidence in the developed countries of the world. Some of its sociological aspects have also been discussed. The age of puberty in Western countries has decreased during the last few decades. Similarly, the birth and abortion rate in developed countries has also
shown an increasing trend. Since there is no cure, some Islamic teachings have been discussed for its prevention highlighting the educational and moral training of human beings as given in Quran and Hadith.