Abstract:
Basic facts(such as aetiology, diagnostic methods, misconceptions) methods of
transmission, signs and symptoms and prevention of STI/HIV were studied in this cross
sectional descriptive study. The knowledge of HIV of the Sri Lanka Air Force personal was
good. It was better than the knowledge on other STI. Awareness on basic facts increased
with age, education level and work experience. This study reveals that SLAF personnel have
a good knowledge on STI/HIV/AIDS. Most of the time respondents had correctly answered
the questions on HIV/AIDS exceeding 70 percent. The knowledge about the use of
condoms, its availability and accessibility is also satisfactory. This study observes that
television, radio, newspapers and books have been sources of information in addition to the
programmes held by the Sri Lanka Air Force
