Epidemiological characteristics of HIV/AIDS in west China

2006 ◽  
Vol 17 (5) ◽  
pp. 324-328 ◽  
Author(s):  
Zhi Hu ◽  
Xia Qin ◽  
Min-Zhen Zhu ◽  
Sen Yang ◽  
Xue-Jun Zhang
Keyword(s):  
Health Care ◽  
Hiv Transmission ◽  
Risk Behaviour ◽  
Sexual Risk Behaviour ◽  
The West ◽  
Access To Treatment ◽  
Aids Epidemic ◽  
Care Workers ◽  
Epidemiological Characteristics ◽  
Hiv Aids

China is facing a major crisis because of the increasing epidemic of HIV/AIDS, especially in the western areas. The purpose of this paper is to enhance understanding of the crisis by analysing the published literature on the epidemiology, demographic features, routes of infection, and risk factors of HIV/AIDS infection in the 12 provinces in the west of China. HIV/AIDS has increased rapidly in recent years. The situation is urgent and requires comprehensive action. China's health care system is decentralized and under-funded, and access to treatment by the poor is seriously limited. There is a lack of knowledge about HIV/AIDS in the general public and health care workers. The HIV/AIDS epidemic emerged initially in western areas of the country by means of intravenous drug use, but sexual risk behaviour and mother-to-child transmissions in the west of China are becoming important for HIV transmission.

Knowledge of HIV Transmission and Risk Behaviour in Kenyan Health Care Workers

1993 ◽  
Vol 4 (4) ◽  
pp. 200-203 ◽  
Author(s):  
Karen E Rogstad ◽  
G Tesfaledet ◽  
Mohammed S Abdullah ◽  
Imtyaz H Ahmed-Jushuf
Keyword(s):  
Health Care ◽  
At Risk ◽  
Risk Factor ◽  
Sexual Behaviour ◽  
Health Care Workers ◽  
Hiv Transmission ◽  
Significant Risk ◽  
Risk Behaviour ◽  
Sexual Risk Behaviour ◽  
Care Workers

In order to determine knowledge of HIV transmission, sexual risk behaviour and perception of risk in African health care workers, 200 employees at the Aga Khan Hospital, Nairobi, Kenya, were asked to complete an anonymous self-administered questionnaire. There was a 75% response rate. Twenty-five per cent believed that condoms were not protective against HIV transmission. Eighty-nine per cent believed oral sex to be a risk factor, as did 70% for kissing, 41% for masturbation of a partner and 43% for nursing an AIDS patient. Younger people were more likely to think condoms were ineffective ( P = 0.007) and that insect bites were a significant risk factor ( P = 0.004). Twenty-seven per cent had changed their sexual behaviour as a result of the AIDS epidemic, but 48% did not use condoms with non-regular partners. Four had current or previous homosexual relationships. Seventy per cent believed they were at risk of being HIV positive but only 12% had been tested. We have shown that even in the educated group, misconceptions regarding HIV transmission were high and many continue to be at risk for their sexual behaviour. In addition, in-service training regarding HIV transmission should be considered for health care workers in Africa.

scholarly journals Why are Testing Rates so Low in Sub-Saharan Africa? Misconceptions and Strategic Behaviors

2013 ◽  
Vol 16 (1) ◽  
pp. 219-257 ◽  
Author(s):  
Olivier Sterck
Keyword(s):  
Health Care ◽  
Access To Health Care ◽  
Hiv Transmission ◽  
Transmission Rate ◽  
Sub Saharan Africa ◽  
Aids Epidemic ◽  
Sub Saharan ◽  
The Cost ◽  
Dhs Surveys ◽  
Hiv Aids

Abstract Voluntary testing and counseling (VTC) is a popular method for fighting the HIV/AIDS epidemic. The purpose of VTC is to reduce the incidence of the virus in a two-fold manner. First, testing provides access to health care and antiretroviral therapies that diminish the transmission rate of the virus. Second, counseling encourages safer behavior for not only individuals who test HIV-negative and wish to avoid HIV/AIDS infection but also altruistic individuals who test HIV-positive and wish to protect their partners from becoming infected by HIV. Surprisingly, DHS surveys that were conducted in sub-Saharan Africa provide empirical evidence that testing services are underutilized. Moreover, it is rare for both partners in a couple to be tested for HIV. This paper proposes a theoretical model that indicates how misperceptions about the HIV/AIDS virus may explain these puzzles. More specifically, this study demonstrates that individuals who are at risk of HIV infection may act strategically to avoid the cost of testing if they overestimate the risk of HIV transmission or believe that health care is not required if HIV is asymptomatic. The correction of false beliefs and the promotion of self-testing are expected to increase HIV testing rates.

scholarly journals Hidden Tales of Ebola: Airing the Forgotten Voices of Ugandan “Ebola Nurses”

2021 ◽  
pp. 104365962110179
Author(s):  
Isaac Okello Wonyima ◽  
Susan Fowler-Kerry ◽  
Grace Nambozi ◽  
Charlotte Barry ◽  
Jeanie Wills ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Health Care ◽  
Health Care Professionals ◽  
Access To Treatment ◽  
Care Workers ◽  
Free Health Care ◽  
Control And Prevention ◽  
Holistic Practice ◽  
Phenomenological Design ◽  
Depth Interviews ◽  
Current Reality

Introduction According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, Ebola has affected the lives of thousands, including health care workers. With few studies describing the experience of nurses who survived Ebola, the study aimed to describe Ugandan nurses’ experiences. Method Using a phenomenological design, in-depth interviews were conducted among five Ugandan nurses who contracted Ebola and survived. Result Thematic analysis revealed themes of expectations of dying, hopelessness, loneliness, and betrayal by family, community, and the health system. Discussion Results support the need for policies targeting holistic practice protocols to protect all health care professionals during future outbreaks. Last, nursing survivors should have access to government-guaranteed support programs, including free health care and financial stipends. These results and recommendations transcend to the current reality of living with COVID-19 (coronavirus disease 2019). Efficient practice protocols could protect all rights and privileges and contribute to access to treatment and stigma removal.

scholarly journals Mandatory HIV testing in China: the perception of health-care providers

2007 ◽  
Vol 18 (7) ◽  
pp. 476-481 ◽  
Author(s):  
Li Li ◽  
Zunyou Wu ◽  
Sheng Wu ◽  
Sung-Jae Lee ◽  
Mary Jane Rotheram-Borus ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Health Care ◽  
Hiv Testing ◽  
Health Care Providers ◽  
Perceived Risk ◽  
Ethical Issues ◽  
Service Providers ◽  
Risk Behaviour ◽  
People Living With Hiv ◽  
Care Providers ◽  
Hiv Aids

Health-care providers in China are facing an exponential increase in HIV testing and HIV-positive patients. A total of 1101 service providers were recruited to examine attitudes toward people living with HIV/AIDS (PLWHA) in China. Logistic regression models were used to assess factors associated with providers' attitudes toward mandatory HIV testing. Providers were most likely to endorse mandatory HIV testing for patients with high-risk behaviour and for all patients before surgery. Over 43% of providers endorsed mandatory testing for anyone admitted to hospital. Controlling for demographics, multivariate analyses indicated that providers with higher perceived risk of HIV infection at work, higher general prejudicial attitudes toward PLWHA, and previous contact with HIV patients were more likely to endorse mandatory HIV testing for anyone admitted to hospital. Results underscore the importance of implementing universal precautions in health-care settings and call attention to social and ethical issues associated with HIV/AIDS control and treatment in China.

scholarly journals A Study on Perception of Health Care Workers In Relation To HIV/AIDS in Jamnagar District

2016 ◽  
Vol 4 (1) ◽  
pp. 30
Author(s):  
Kapil Gandha ◽  
Kishor Dhaduk ◽  
Dipesh Parmar ◽  
Kaushik Lodhiya ◽  
Pradeep Pithadia
Keyword(s):  
Health Care ◽  
Health Care Workers ◽  
Care Workers ◽  
Perception Of Health ◽  
Hiv Aids
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