Is there a Balm in Black America?

This book presents a compilation of essays and speeches by the author on various issues surrounding HIV/AIDS in the African American community. The author draws on her extensive community based and advocacy work in preventive medicine/public health and her passion in preventing HIV/AIDS in the African American community both in urban and rural communities. Additionally the author presents factual educational material on HIV/AIDS as well as discussion questions to encourage more in-depth thought and discussion on sensitive subject matter. The author challenges the reader to consider the question Is there a Balm for HIV/AIDS in Black America? It is hoped that after reading the book the reader is able to proclaim Yes because I am part of the healing that must take place in the community.