Evolution of Aklan's HIV Program

2000

HIV/AIDS prevention and control integrated
in the reproductive health program

Focus on info work in schools and communities.

2001

1st HIV/AIDS case breaks out; case referred to Iloilo due to lack of facility in the province.

2003-2004

Response steeped up

Intensified info work vis-à-vis advocacy to sustain initiatives of Provincial AIDS Council.

2005

Aklan launches comprehensive and integrated HIV/AIDS Prevention and Control Program

Massive retooling of health service providers

Formation of HACT (HIV/AIDS Core Teams in 3 Health Centers

2006

Continued provision and scaling up of services:

Established Satellite Social Hygiene Clinic in Boracay

Revitalized Provincial AIDS Council

Broader networking for greater multicultural partnership