Effectiveness of the central dispensing unit (CDU) in the distribution of ART from the perspective of HIV+ patients and primary healthcare (PHC) clinics in Ekurhuleni, Johannesburg
Student: Virginia Apandju Osako Ngende Country: South Africa South Africa shoulders a substantial HIV burden, with about 7,1 million cases. UNAIDS (2016) reported that only 59% of HIV-positive people have access to antiretroviral treatment (ART). One strategy aimed at enhancing ART accessibility is the implementation of chronic dispensing units. CDUs centralise the dispensing and packaging of chronic […]
Barriers and motivators to voluntary medical male circumcision uptake in men aged 18-49 years in eThekwini district, Kwa-Zulu Natal province, South Africa
Student: Vusi Ndaba Country: South Africa This qualitative study investigated barriers to and motivators for voluntary medical male circumcision (VMMC) uptake among men aged 18-49 in the eThekwini district, KwaZulu-Natal. A population-based survey enrolled 100 male participants. The questionnaire gathered data, with 14% aged 18-24 and 86% aged 25-49. Most were employed (62%), and approximately 43% were […]
Primary caregivers’ role in HIV prevention among adolescent girls at Eshowe, KZN
Student: Gcinekile Mdlalose Country: South Africa Primary caregivers play a crucial role in providing life skills and HIV/Aids education to young people, including sex education, which demands effective communication skills. The significance of effective caregiver-child communication influences healthy decision-making in adolescents. This study investigated the involvement of primary caregivers of girls aged 10-14 in HIV education. Conducted […]
Factors influencing the low uptake of antiretroviral therapy among HIV positive adolescents in South Kgalagadi district, Botswana
Student: Weko Gomer Lulendo Country: Botswana The study was conducted in December 2019 at Tsabong Primary Hospital and Werda Clinic in Kgalagadi South district, Botswana. Its objective was to ascertain factors contributing to poor adherence to antiretroviral therapy (ART) among adolescents at these two facilities. Through semi-structured interviews, 48 adolescents were surveyed. Adherence levels were assessed using a […]
Exploring the efficacy of Lesotho’s therapeutic and supplementary programme in addressing malnutrition in HIV positive patients (15-59 years) on ART
Student: Palesa Paulina Teboho Lesoli Country: Lesotho The study aimed to assess the efficacy of therapeutic and supplementary feeding interventions in mitigating malnutrition among HIV-positive adolescents and adults (aged 15 to 59) receiving antiretroviral therapy (ART) in Lesotho. Employing an open cohort design and retrospective 2017 data, a mixed-methods approach combined qualitative and quantitative data collection from hard […]
Employment-related factors affecting chronic medication adherence among employees in small, medium and micro enterprises in the Sol Plaatje Municipality, Frances Baard district, Northern Cape
Student: Sheila Margaret Katz Country: South Africa This study investigated employment-related factors influencing treatment adherence among employees in small, medium and micro enterprises (SMMEs) in the Sol Plaatje Municipality, Northern Cape. It analysed employer and employee perspectives on employment and health system conditions impacting treatment adherence and assessed SMMEs’ compliance with labour legislation, particularly the Basic Conditions of […]
Exploring the contribution of faith-based organisations towards youth HIV/Aids mitigation: A study of selected mainline and Pentecostal churches in Harare province, Zimbabwe
Student: Charity Kanhukamwe Country: Zimbabwe This study investigated the role of Zimbabwean faith-based organisations (FBOs) in mitigating HIV/Aids among youth, focusing on mainline churches, exemplified by the Methodist Church of Zimbabwe, and Pentecostal churches, represented by the Apostolic Faith Mission in Zimbabwe. Objectives included assessing FBO involvement in HIV-related activities for youth, identifying potential barriers to their contribution, […]
A knowledge, attitude and perception (KAP) survey of Okahao life skills teachers in teaching about sexuality in the Omusati region of Namibia
Student: Amalia Nuugwanga Iiyambo Country: Namibia The study investigated the knowledge, attitudes and perceptions of life skills teachers in Okahao circuit, Omusati region, regarding sexuality education. The research adopted a qualitative research paradigm and employed a case study design to explore the diverse viewpoints on this topic. Purposive sampling was used to select life skills subject teachers for […]
The importance of a community pharmacist in improving drug adherence among adult people living with the human immunodeficiency virus and receiving antiretroviral therapy at Unichem Pharmacy, Gaborone
Student: Sudhir Kumar Gakkhar Country: India The role of community pharmacists in combatting HIV/Aids in Botswana has been understated. Despite government efforts to provide free HIV-related healthcare services, many people living with HIV (PLHIV) opt to receive antiretroviral treatment (ART) from community pharmacies. It is imperative that pharmacists should maintain engagement with PLHIV to ensure successful ART. This […]
Perceptions and experiences of clinical researchers related to the reimbursement of participants in trials
Student: Amos Tiro Dinake Country: South Africa Participants in clinical research conducted in South Africa are entitled to various forms of reimbursement as compensation for their time, effort and any inconvenience endured. Ethical concerns regarding the benefits provided to these participants have sparked controversy in the field. However, there is a gap in understanding the perspectives of researchers […]