Treatment Literacy Series

TREATMENT LITERACY SERIES

Treatment Literacy refers to providing accurate information about the science behind the disease and treatment, in this case for HIV and AIDS. Treatment Literacy is based on the belief that if people are more aware of the science behind their disease and how their medication works, then they are more able to understand prevention strategies, how they may reduce their risk of infection, how antiretroviral drugs work and why adherence is critical. Treatment Literacy also promotes advocacy around access to treatment and service delivery.

The Siyayinqoba Beat It! Treatment Literacy Series (TLS) is a non-broadcast series that provides detailed treatment literacy information. The TLS is intended for training peer educators, treatment supporters, home-based care givers and people living with HIV/AIDS. It is designed for any organisation that wants to provide training support for HIV/AIDS services. The series consists of 21 DVDs, each covering a different topic, and is available in isiXhosa, English, Portuguese, isiZulu, Sesotho and Chichewa.

For more information on the Treatment Literacy Series please visit www.beatit.co.za

Behind the scenes at the latest TLS presenter links shoot.