“I felt special!”: a qualitative study of peer‐delivered HIV self‐tests, STI self‐sampling kits and PrEP for transgender women in Uganda

Journal of the International AIDS Society, Journal Year: 2023, Volume and Issue: 26(12)

Published: Dec. 1, 2023

Abstract Introduction Peer delivery is a client‐centred approach that could maximize the coverage and impact of HIV services for transgender women (TGW). We conducted qualitative interviews to examine how peer‐delivered self‐testing (HIVST), sexually transmitted infection self‐sampling (STISS) oral pre‐exposure prophylaxis (PrEP) influenced prevention choices among TGW their intimate partners in Uganda. Methods Within cluster randomized trial HIVST, STISS PrEP HIV‐negative (NCT04328025), we 55 with 30 TGW, 15 10 peers (August 2021–February 2022). explored: (1) self‐test experiences; (2) HIVST partners; (3) descriptions STI testing. Partner covered: experiences HIVST; disclosure status partner; sexual behaviours after interview topics included: intervention recommendations including psychological support coping strategies. Qualitative data were analysed using an inductive content analytic approach. Results Peer‐delivered combination was valued by this group partners. extended beyond delivering HIV/STI kits refills caring individual health wellbeing providing stigma psychosocial empowered research participants become “HIVST ambassadors,” teach non‐study about PrEP, encourage linkage care. mutual strengthened partnered relationships. use both tested negative implied infidelity. Self‐sampling enabled take control testing avoid embarrassment exposing bodies. Privacy confidentiality motivated uptake treatment. Conclusions In sample from Uganda, peer benefitted efforts new not engaged Integrating into differentiated increase test vulnerable population.

Language: Английский

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The effect of HIV on patients’ lives: a phenomenological qualitative study

International Journal of Qualitative Studies on Health and Well-Being, Journal Year: 2024, Volume and Issue: 19(1)

Published: Feb. 10, 2024

Introduction Human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) infection poses a significant threat to the immune system, compromising body's ability combat diseases and infections. The Ministry of Health in Saudi Arabia reported an HIV incidence rate 3 cases per 10,000 individuals. This study aimed gain insight into lived experience patients living with HIV.

Language: Английский

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Human Immunodeficiency Virus

Springer eBooks, Journal Year: 2024, Volume and Issue: unknown, P. 435 - 459

Published: Jan. 1, 2024

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HIV/AIDS-related knowledge and attitudes toward people living with HIV among college students in Xuzhou, Jiangsu Province, China: a cross-sectional survey

Frontiers in Public Health, Journal Year: 2024, Volume and Issue: 12

Published: Oct. 10, 2024

In the contemporary landscape, college students have emerged as a demographic increasingly vulnerable to AIDS. Recognizing that heightened awareness and progressive attitudes toward HIV are pivotal in its prevention, this study was conceived with intent meticulously evaluate level of understanding amongst students, gauge their sentiments people living (PLHIV), scrutinize factors influencing these perceptions.

Language: Английский

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Agent based modelling of blood borne viruses: a scoping review

BMC Infectious Diseases, Journal Year: 2024, Volume and Issue: 24(1)

Published: Dec. 18, 2024

Language: Английский

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