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Academic References (APA Format)

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These are credible websites that provide further information on HIV/AIDS. Evaluation forms for each are attached below.

Website Evaluation: WHO HIV/AIDS Fact Sheet
Criteria	Evaluation
URL	https://www.who.int/news-room/fact-sheets/detail/hiv-aids
Authority	The World Health Organization (WHO) is the creator, a specialized agency of the United Nations responsible for international public health. Their credentials make the site highly scholarly and valuable. Contact information is available on their main site.
Reliability	Information is accurate and evidence-based, compiled from global health data. The site's purpose is to inform the public, showing no detectable bias. It presents a comprehensive, factual overview.
Timeliness	The fact sheet is regularly updated to reflect the latest data and research. Given the subject, frequent updates are crucial, and WHO meets this need. Links are functional.

Website Evaluation: UNAIDS
Criteria	Evaluation
URL	https://www.unaids.org/en
Authority	UNAIDS is the Joint United Nations Programme on HIV/AIDS. As a UN entity, its authority is globally recognized. It leads the global effort to end AIDS as a public health threat.
Reliability	The site provides extensive data, reports, and policy information. Its agenda is clearly stated: to advocate for and coordinate global action on HIV/AIDS. Information is highly reliable and sourced from member countries and research partners.
Timeliness	The site is continuously updated with news, press releases, and new data. The dynamic nature of the global AIDS response requires constant updates, which this site provides effectively.

Website Evaluation: HIV.gov
Criteria	Evaluation
URL	https://www.hiv.gov/
Authority	Sponsored by the U.S. Department of Health & Human Services (HHS), the site is an official federal government resource. Its content is managed by federal public health experts, making it a credible source.
Reliability	The information is accurate and aligned with U.S. public health policy and CDC guidelines. Its purpose is to educate the U.S. public, and it presents information from various federal agencies, ensuring a comprehensive and reliable perspective.
Timeliness	The site is updated regularly with the latest news, policies, and research findings related to HIV/AIDS in the United States. Links are well-maintained.