Human and Social Biology

School Based Assessment

Candidates Name: Jaivon Brackett, Marquies Mejia

Introduction………………………………………………………………………………………..1

Methodology………………………………………………………………………………………2

Presentation of data………………………………………………………………………………..3

Data Analysis……………………………………………………………………………...………4

Conclusion………………………………………………………………………………………...5

Recommendation………………………………………………………………………………….6

Reflection………………………………………………………………………………………….7

Bibliography………………………………………………………………………………………8
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 Introduction

Background Information:

HIV, or human immunodeficiency virus, is a virus that attacks the body’s immune system. If it

isn’t treated, it can turn into a more serious illness called AIDS, which stands for acquired

immunodeficiency syndrome. AIDS happens when the immune system is badly damaged by the

virus. In 2022, around 39 million people in the world had HIV. About 1.5 million of them were

children under fifteen, and 37.5 million were adults, with 53% being women. Without treatment,

people with AIDS usually live about three years, but serious infections can shorten this to about

one year. Even in the later stages, medicine can help, but it’s much better to start treatment as

soon as possible. That’s why getting tested for HIV is very important.

Problem Statement:
To examine the death rate of HIV/AIDS yearly in Belize.

Objectives:
❖ To assess the number of HIV/AIDS-related deaths each year in Belize,

❖ To identify the age group most impacted by HIV/AIDS.

❖ To establish the male-to-female ratio of HIV/AIDS cases.

The researchers chose a questionnaire as their data collection tool due to its reliability and

efficiency. The survey, created using Google Forms, consisted of 12 questions centered around

three main objectives. It was distributed to 200 people across the country, with each participant

responsible for sharing 50 links in their neighborhood. The survey was also posted on various

social media platforms, giving respondents one week to complete it before closing. The collected

data was organized into charts and graphs. There were minimal challenges during the process,

aside from needing to remind participants to fill out the form.

Figure 1.0

Pie Chart representing the estimated number of hiv/aids deaths yearly

Figure 1.1

Figure 1.2
 Data Analysis

Figure 1.0 shows that 32.6% of the population believes the annual death rate from HIV/AIDS is

100 or fewer, 33.2% estimate it to be between 100 and 300, 23.2% think it is between 300 and

500, 7.4% believe it exceeds 500, and 3.7% think there are no deaths annually. This indicates

that the majority perceives the death rate to fall between 100 and 300 annually, though it could

potentially rise to this range in the future.

Figure 1.1 highlights that 67.5% of adults are more likely to contract HIV/AIDS, followed by

17.7% of teenagers, and 14.8% of the elderly. This suggests that adults have the highest

likelihood of contracting the disease, a trend that is expected to persist over time.

Figure 1.2 reveals that 30.2% of females are more likely to contract HIV/AIDS, compared to

16.6% of males, 28% indicating both genders equally, and 20% showing neither. This data

indicates that females are at a higher risk of contracting HIV/AIDS compared to males.
 Conclusion

In conclusion, the researchers found that the annual death rate from HIV/AIDS in the population

is estimated at 100 or fewer cases. However, the data suggests this rate may fluctuate closer to

the 100–300 range over time. The findings also revealed that adults, particularly females, are the

most affected by the disease. HIV/AIDS was shown to be more prevalent among adults

compared to teenagers or the elderly, highlighting the need for women to prioritize their health.

Regular health check-ups every few months, especially in a small country, can lead to significant

long-term benefits.
 Recommendation

These are the recommendations that were concluded by the researchers:

1.) Women are encouraged to practice safe sexual behaviors to reduce the risk of spreading
infections. Using condoms can help protect both you and your partner from sexually
transmitted diseases (STDs) and prevent the transmission of HIV.

2.) Given the high mortality rate associated with HIV/AIDS, it is advisable to visit a doctor
regularly. Routine check-ups every few months provide valuable insights into
maintaining better health, lowering the risk of contracting STDs, and allowing for early
detection if an infection occurs.
 Reflection

Through ongoing research, the candidates discovered that the annual death rate from HIV/AIDS

is steadily increasing, underscoring the importance of education about the disease to prevent loss

of life. Alarmingly, cases among women are also on the rise, emphasizing the need for greater

self-care within this demographic. Regular doctor checkups, recommended for everyone, play a

crucial role in early detection and prevention. One way this project could be significantly

enhanced is by conducting an interview with an actual HIV/AIDS patient. Hearing firsthand

accounts of their daily experiences and the decisions they might have made differently could

provide valuable insights and a broader understanding, improving the research approach. This

issue has a profound community impact, as inadequate self-care increases the risk of transmitting

the disease to others. This could result in the need for costly medications, which are unaffordable

for many in today’s economic climate.

1.) Hiv/aids background information:

2.) Questionnaire: https://forms.gle/Mj4YshcbKrBxbWGt9