Adolescent Sexual and Reproductive Health in Ghana: A Synthesis of Research Evidence

The welfare of young people has been a major focus for governments policymakers and service providers. The spread of HIV/AIDS has posed a major challenge to nations in ensuring the welfare of the next generation and the Republic of Ghana is no exception. In 2002 the estimated HIV/AIDS prevalence rate among 15-24-year-olds in Ghana was 3.4% and the median prevalence rate for the adult population increased from 2.3% in 2000 to 3.4% in 2002. As part of the response to the HIV/AIDS epidemic and the threat it poses for young people it is imperative to assess the current state of evidence in Ghana on young peoples sexual and reproductive health including the behaviors that put young people at risk and the factors that protect them. This report provides a comprehensive overview of current knowledge on adolescent sexual and reproductive health issues in Ghana with a focus on HIV prevention. (excerpt)

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