Document 1890
 DOCN  M94A1890
 TI    Poetry as an educational tool to prevent AIDS in Puerto Rico.
 DT    9412
 AU    Unda R; Landron EY; Suarez A; Acevedo HL; San Juan AIDS Institute,
       University of Puerto Rico.
 SO    Int Conf AIDS. 1994 Aug 7-12;10(1):428 (abstract no. PD0322). Unique
       Identifier : AIDSLINE ICA10/94370685
 AB    ISSUE/PROBLEM: In the second decade of the AIDS epidemic, Puerto Rico is
       using poetry, humor and science as an effective integrated strategy to
       deliver AIDS prevention messages to the general population. DESCRIPTION
       OF PROJECT: A Puerto Rican book of poems discusses condom use, fidelity,
       love and hope to deliver AIDS educational messages. A poetic spectacle
       was prepared based on the book. A group of popular artists, theater and
       television stars participate in the show that includes poem recitals,
       acting, pantomime, corporal expression and music. Information capsules
       are presented throughout the show by a group of health educators of the
       San Juan AIDS Institute (SJAI), presenting scientific data about HIV and
       AIDS to the public. RESULTS: The SJAI uses this program in high schools
       and universities, pubs, discoteques and shopping malls. The general
       population, including the media, has supported the program strongly,
       acknowledging the need for open discussion of condom use. LESSONS
       LEARNED: AIDS campaigns based on fear failed as effective education
       strategies. This program entertains, educates, raises awareness and
       unites science with poetry and education with the arts.
 DE    Acquired Immunodeficiency Syndrome/*PREVENTION & CONTROL  *Health
       Education  Human  *Poetry  *Teaching Materials  MEETING ABSTRACT

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