HIV/AIDS stigmatization, the reason for poor access to hiv counseling and testing (HCT) among the youths in Gulu (Uganda)
Afr. j. infect. dis. (Online)
; 6(1): 12-20, 2012. tab
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HIV/AIDS-related stigma still exists in many communities in Uganda. Stigma perpetuates discrimination and this may be a key contributor to the spread of HIV/AIDS in this country. Right from the beginning; HIV/AIDS epidemic has been accompanied with fear; ignorance and denial; leading to stigmatization and discrimination against people living with HIV/AIDS and their families. A study conducted by Uganda AIDS Commission (UAC) in Uganda indicated that 64 of the people who tested for HIV/AIDS did not disclose status to their partners due to fear of stigmatization. A cross-sectional study was conducted in Gulu District; Pece sub County among the youths 15 to 35 years old. A structured questionnaire was administered to 86 consented youths who were consecutively selected. Ethical approval was obtained from Gulu Hospital. Most youths (90) practiced stigmatization; (93.1) respondents had adequate knowledge on HIV counseling and testing (HCT). However; only (36.1) had undertaken HCT and the majority did not do because of fear of stigmatization. There is sufficient knowledge; a positive attitude but a poor practice to HCT. There is high level of HIV/AIDS stigmatization among the youths.nef Gene Products; Human Immunodeficiency Virus bAdolescent Medicine cDiscrimination
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AIM (África)
Asunto principal:
Población Rural
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Uganda
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Infecciones por VIH
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Síndrome de Inmunodeficiencia Adquirida
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Consejo
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Pruebas Diagnósticas de Rutina
Tipo de estudio:
Estudio observacional
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Investigación cualitativa
Aspecto:
Determinantes sociales de la salud
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Aspectos éticos
País/Región como asunto:
Africa
Idioma:
Inglés
Revista:
Afr. j. infect. dis. (Online)
Año:
2012
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Artículo