Structural Equation Model Analysis of HIV/AIDS Knowledge, Attitude, and Sex Education Among Freshmen in Jiangsu, China

Frontiers in Public Health, Год журнала: 2022, Номер 10

Опубликована: Май 18, 2022

Background The study of acquired immunodeficiency syndrome (AIDS) related knowledge, attitude, and sex education status Jiangsu freshmen was conducted, which can provide data support directionally for the prevention work HIV/AIDS among this population. Methods Male students (4,006) female (4,279) were selected from 20 universities or colleges in province. attitudes, conducted with an online questionnaire. log-binomial regression model used to analyze influencing factors knowledge. In addition, a structural equation students' health needs that affect knowledge awareness mastery. Results overall rate AIDS 87.4%. undergraduate (OR = 2.523, 95% CI=2.223~2.864) independent 1.389, 95%CI 1.172~1.646) more likely have higher compared junior colleges. study, 2,011 approved premarital behavior, 4,921 insisted on using condoms when having sex, 8,138 willing take HIV antibody test they suspected infected. total, 4,703 believed sexual necessary universities, most them (57.2%) hoped schools should be improved. direct effect attitude is 0.15 0.58. mediation found pass ability path indirectly affected attitudes (0.05). Conclusion has not reached national standard. Health significant positive attitude; however, terms time, place, degree been met time. It strengthen college multiple ways.

Язык: Английский

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Evaluation of hepatitis B knowledge, practices, and beliefs among the Jordanian population: A cross-sectional study

PLoS ONE, Год журнала: 2022, Номер 17(11), С. e0277186 - e0277186

Опубликована: Ноя. 4, 2022

This study aimed to assess the knowledge, practices, and beliefs among Jordanian population regarding hepatitis B virus (HBV) infection. A cross-sectional questionnaire was designed used recruit participants from October 5th through December 12 th . Statistical analysis conducted using SPSS. Descriptive statistical analyse sociodemographic data, Shapiro-Wilk test normality, Cronbach’s α evaluate reliability of Point-biserial correlation figure out whether there is an association between Score knowledge dichotomous variables. random sample 432 participated in study. The majority were females (n = 310, 71.8%), mean age 21 (42.0%) years,416 (96.3%) urban inhabitants most them 351, 81.3%) had bachelor’s degree. School/university 280, 64.8%) reported as a major source information followed by TV/internet/social media 276 (63.9%). total (± SD) score HBV infection symptoms, transmission modes treatment found 12.28 ± 3.2. Participants’ symptoms including nausea, vomiting loss appetite 73 (16.9%). More than 80% good complications Only 100 participant vaccination (23.1%) against virus. Poor low rate thus implementing comprehensive educational program for people highlighting importance crucial.

Язык: Английский

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Knowledge, attitudes and beliefs regarding HIV among medical students in Zagreb, Croatia

BMC Medical Education, Год журнала: 2024, Номер 24(1)

Опубликована: Сен. 13, 2024

Medical students, as future health-care providers (HCPs) play a significant role in shaping attitudes towards people living with HIV/AIDS (PLWHA) and should possess adequate knowledge of this infection. The study aim was to assess about HIV among medical students the University Zagreb School Medicine, determine level discriminatory PLWHA.

Язык: Английский

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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, Год журнала: 2024, Номер 12

Опубликована: Окт. 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.

Язык: Английский

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Knowledge about HIV and Stigmatizing Attitudes of Medical Students in Saudi Arabia Towards Patients with HIV/AIDS: A Cross-Sectional Nationwide Study

Current HIV Research, Год журнала: 2024, Номер 22(4), С. 249 - 258

Опубликована: Июль 1, 2024

Background: The Human Immunodeficiency Virus (HIV) and the social stigma directed toward patients with HIV are serious public health issues. We aimed to evaluate knowledge base stigmatizing attitudes among students enrolled in medical schools Saudi Arabia. Methods: This cross-sectional study included at colleges Arabia was conducted between February March 2023. used non-random convenience sampling an online chain referral via a validated Arabic questionnaire composed of 35 questions. Data were analyzed using descriptive comparative statistics. Results: A total 1,213 (women: 56.6%) participated study. Students clinical years had higher level than their pre-clinical colleagues. Logistic regression analysis revealed that participants who gave incorrect answers questions related mother-to-child casual contact transmission likelihood harboring negative attitude towards HIV. Conversely, those correctly answered queries on prevention treatment less likely have attitudes. significant proportion this cohort harbored HIV, sex geographic location being predictors Conclusion: Our data percentage misconceptions about prevention, indicating need for targeted interventions enhance population future caregivers.

Язык: Английский

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Exploring the lived experiences of women living with HIV in rural Zimbabwe: A qualitative study

Medicine, Год журнала: 2024, Номер 103(36), С. e39485 - e39485

Опубликована: Сен. 6, 2024

The study of human immunodeficiency virus (HIV)-related stigma and discrimination has been burgeoning with important implications for public health society, as it negatively impacts people living HIV. However, data on the experiences rural women HIV/Acquired Immune Deficiency Syndrome (AIDS) in Zimbabwe are lacking. Women represent 50% global pandemic, while deaths from AIDS-related illnesses have exceeded 35 million. This aimed to explore HIV/AIDS Zimbabwe. Forty HIV were selected 6 villages (one village per district) Matabeleland South Province A qualitative descriptive research design using in-depth individual interviews 22 purposefully 3 focus groups, was used collect data. transcripts analyzed interpretative phenomenological analysis. Three interconnected themes identified: social prejudice, discrimination, psychosocial dysfunction. key finding that psychosocially dysfunctional because prejudice perpetrated against them by significant others their communities. findings provide a valuable understanding women’s AIDS Africa’s low-income countries. These results can be researchers, clinicians, mental providers, policymakers address unique needs HIV/AIDS.

Язык: Английский

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The Management of HIV Care Services in Central and Eastern Europe: Data from the Euroguidelines in Central and Eastern Europe Network Group

International Journal of Environmental Research and Public Health, Год журнала: 2022, Номер 19(13), С. 7595 - 7595

Опубликована: Июнь 21, 2022

Introduction: The COVID-19 pandemic has been challenging time for medical care, especially in the field of infectious diseases (ID), but it also provided an opportunity to introduce new solutions HIV management. Here, we investigated changes service provision across Central and Eastern European (CEE) countries before after outbreak. Methods: Euroguidelines Europe Network Group consists experts ID from 24 within CEE region. Between 11 September 29 2021, group produced on-line survey, consisting 32 questions on models care among clinics SARS-CoV-2 Results: Twenty-three centers 19 (79.2% all invited) participated survey. In 69.5% countries, there were more than four centers, three (21%), was only one center each country. based hospitals plus out-patient (52%), centralized big cities publicly financed (96%). Integrated services available 21 (91%) with access specialists other ID, including psychologists 71.5% psychiatrists 43%, gynecologists 47.5%, dermatologists 52.5%, social workers 62% clinics. Patient-centered 17 (74%), allowing consultations tests be planned same day. Telehealth tools used (47%) outbreak, 18 (78%) (p = 0.36), represented mostly by over telephone or via e-mail. After telehealth introduced as a tool nine (39%). five (28%), no introduced. Conclusions: As consequence pandemic, such have become popularized traditional approach care. These implications need further evaluated order ascertain best adaptations, medicine.

Язык: Английский

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Knowledge and Attitudes towards HIV and HCV among the Population Attending the Fast-Track Cities Mobile Unit in Brescia, Italy

International Journal of Environmental Research and Public Health, Год журнала: 2023, Номер 20(19), С. 6878 - 6878

Опубликована: Окт. 3, 2023

The Infectious and Tropical Diseases Department of the University Brescia organized free rapid screening tests for HIV HCV as part Fast-Track City commitment. A cross-sectional study was conducted, consisting an anonymous multiple-choice questionnaire that administered to individuals who underwent or consultation. aimed compare knowledge attitudes towards between age groups (18-40 vs. >40) sexual orientations (heterosexual LGBTQ+). Overall, 333 questionnaires were completed. only 107 (32%) respondents knew how is transmitted. Major differences shown different groups, where people under 40 had a significantly higher correct response rate than over (n = 101; 39% versus n 6; 7.8%, p < 0.00001). Similarly, almost half LGBTQI+ 28; 44.4%) gave answer, 30% 79) heterosexuals (p 0.0359). Only 9.6% population demonstrated high levels both HCV. Our highlights misconceptions about should be addressed in prevention education programs, whose target also specific populations.

Язык: Английский

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Knowledge and Attitudes towards HIV and HCV among the General Population in Brescia, Italy

Опубликована: Май 8, 2023

The Infectious and Tropical Diseases Department of University Brescia organized free rapid screening tests for HIV HCV as part the Fast Track City commitment. A cross-sectional study was conducted, consisting an anonymous, multiple-choice questionnaire that administered to individuals who underwent or consultation. aimed compare knowledge attitudes towards between age groups (18-40 vs. &gt;40) sexual orientations (heterosexual LGBTQ+). Overall, 333 questionnaires were completed. Individuals over 40 those identified heterosexual had lowest level about transmission (7.9% 30% respectively), undetectable=untransmittable (19.7% 39.4% respectively) PrEP (9.2% 18.2% respectively). They also less willing cohabit with people (PLHIV). Only 9.6% population demonstrated high levels both HCV. People largest gaps in would benefit most from educational prevention interventions.

Язык: Английский

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FLASHCARD-BASED ONLINE EDUCATIONAL GAME FOR IMPROVING HIV-AIDS KNOWLEDGE AND STIGMA

The Indonesian Journal of Public Health, Год журнала: 2023, Номер 18(3), С. 457 - 469

Опубликована: Ноя. 16, 2023

Introduction: The burden of HIV-AIDS cases in Indonesia remains high, while promotion programs targeting students remain low. Game-based learning has not been investigated as an alternative method for improving awareness among students. Aims: this study quantifies the impact flashcard-based educational game invented by YARSI Care on high school Jakarta. Method: A simple randomized controlled was conducted 112 SMA 27 Jakarta (intervention, n=56; control, n= 56). knowledge and attitude scores before after were evaluated using a validated questionnaire. An intervention is online. Univariate Bivariate analyses pre-and post-scores both groups performed. Result: Following game, there considerable improvement comprehensive (pre-test vs. post-test, 65 90, p<0.01), control score remained unchanged. group also had higher than did (p<0.01). Conclusion: Flashcard-based education games significantly increased positive attitudes toward HIV-AIDS. Thus, could be implemented that target

Язык: Английский

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