Journal of AIDS & Clinical Research

Anne G Macharia

Publications

• Research Article
  Barriers of Condom Use among HIV Positive Women at Thika Level 5 Hospital, Kenya
  Author(s): Anne G Macharia, Yeri Kombe, Peter Mwaniki and Michael HabtuAnne G Macharia, Yeri Kombe, Peter Mwaniki and Michael Habtu
  
  Human immunodeficiency virus (HIV)/Acquired immune deficiency syndrome (AIDS) is the key public health concern particularly in sub-Saharan Africa including Kenya. Consistent condom use is crucial especially among HIV positive people to prevent HIV transmission as well as re-infection with different resistant virus strain. It is important to identify the obstacles of condom use among HIV positive individuals in order to constitute preventive measures. Thus, the study was conducted to explore barriers and challenges of condom use among women living with HIV attending Comprehensive Care Centre of Thika Level 5 Hospital, Kenya. We conducted qualitative method of data collection using three focus group discussions and ten key informant interviews. Purposive sampling was used to select participants. Descriptive quotes representing key themes were identified and then analysed thematically. T.. Read More»
  DOI: 10.4172/2155-6113.1000722

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