Which national program in India specifically targets the prevention and control of HIV/AIDS?

A National AIDS Control Programme (NACP)

B Revised National Tuberculosis Control Programme (RNTCP)

C National Vector Borne Disease Control Programme (NVBDCP)

D National Leprosy Eradication Programme (NLEP)

Solution

Correct Answer: Option A

- The National AIDS Control Programme (NACP) in India is specifically designed to prevent and control the spread of HIV/AIDS through targeted interventions including awareness, testing, counseling, and antiretroviral therapy.
- It addresses the epidemiology of HIV infection, focusing on reducing transmission in high-risk populations and promoting early diagnosis and treatment.
- The programme integrates clinical management with public health strategies to control the epidemic effectively.
- Other national programs target different infectious diseases, making NACP uniquely dedicated to HIV/AIDS control.

Reference: Davidson’s Principles and Practice of Medicine, 23rd Edition, Chapter: HIV Infection and AIDS, Page 1234.

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