The Politics of HIV/AIDS in Russia

Focusing on the impact of civil society organizations, the book examines the HIV/AIDS epidemic in Russia, highlighting its evolution into a critical social, economic, and political issue. It emphasizes the alarming statistics reported by UNAIDS, noting that Russia was confronting the largest HIV/AIDS crisis in Europe, with approximately 980,000 individuals living with HIV in 2009. The study offers insights into the challenges and responses surrounding this public health emergency.