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The effects of teen clubs on adherence to antiretroviral therapy and retention in HIV care amongst adolescents in Windhoek, Namibia
(University of the Western Cape, 2019)
Adolescents living with HIV (ALHIV) are notably underserved by national HIV
programmes globally due to their unique needs. Of particular concern is limited access to
and availability of adolescent-friendly ART services, ...
Retention in HIV care among female sex workers on antiretroviral treatment in Lusaka, Zambia: A retrospective cohort study
(University of the Western Cape, 2020)
Background: HIV/AIDS remains a major public health issue that is affecting all population groups and communities in Zambia. Among the most affected groups are key populations (KPs) such as female sex workers. KPs are ...
Factors affecting adherence to anti-retroviral therapy among adolescents living with HIV/AIDS in Masvingo District, Zimbabwe
(University of the Western Cape, 2021)
Background: With the improvements in the effectiveness and availability of antiretroviral therapy (ART), perinatally infected children are surviving to adolescence and emerging as a significant sub-population living with ...
Adherence to treatment and retention in care among postnatal women who were initiated on antiretroviral therapy during antenatal and postnatal period in Lusaka district, Zambia
(University of the Western Cape, 2021)
Introduction: Mother-to-child transmission (MTCT) is the cause of most HIV acquisition among children. Prevention of mother-to-child transmission (PMTCT) of HIV programs aim to enable pregnant women to attain viral suppression ...
Adherence, retention in care and treatment outcomes of adolescents on antiretroviral therapy in the Western Cape Metropole in South Africa
(University of the Western Cape, 2017)
Approximately 6% of all people living with HIV in 2016 are adolescents aged
10-19 years. It is reported globally that adolescents on antiretroviral therapy (ART) are at
increased risk for poor retention in care, adherence ...