HIV prevalence, sociodemographic characteristics, and sexual behaviors among transwomen in Mexico City

Objective. To present results from HIV testing, knowledge of HIV status and socioeconomic factors associated with the probability of having a HIV positive result among transwomen (TW) in Mexico. Materials and methods. In 2012, we conducted an HIV seroprevalence survey to 585 TW in Mexico City in three strata: gathering places, the Condesa HIV Clinic and in four detention centers. We estimated the prevalence of HIV in each strata and applied a probit model to the overall sample to analyze factors associated with the probability of a HIV positive result. Results. The prevalence of HIV was 19.8% in meeting places; 31.9% in detention centers and 64% among the participants of the clinic. Age, low education and number of sexual partners was positively associated with HIV. Conclusions. Results from the study provide relevant information to design HIV prevention interventions tailored to the needs of the TW population.

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Factors associated with disclosing men who have sex with men (MSM) sexual behaviors and HIV-positive status: A study based on a social network analysis in Nanjing, China

PLoS ONE ◽

10.1371/journal.pone.0196116 ◽

2018 ◽

Vol 13 (4) ◽

pp. e0196116 ◽

Cited By ~ 2

Author(s):

Lusi Chen ◽

Dashuai Lian ◽

Bei Wang

Keyword(s):

Social Network ◽

Social Network Analysis ◽

Network Analysis ◽

Sexual Behaviors ◽

Hiv Positive ◽

Factors Associated ◽

Sex With Men

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A tale of two epidemics: gender differences in socio-demographic characteristics and sexual behaviors among HIV positive individuals in Mexico City

International Journal for Equity in Health ◽

10.1186/s12939-015-0286-4 ◽

2015 ◽

Vol 14 (1) ◽

Cited By ~ 7

Author(s):

Sergio Bautista-Arredondo ◽

Edson Servan-Mori ◽

Fenella Beynon ◽

Andrea González ◽

Patricia Volkow

Keyword(s):

Gender Differences ◽

Mexico City ◽

Sexual Behaviors ◽

Demographic Characteristics ◽

Hiv Positive

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Factors associated with Mexico City dentists' willingness to treat AIDS/HIV-positive patients

Oral Surgery Oral Medicine Oral Pathology Oral Radiology and Endodontology ◽

10.1016/s1079-2104(98)90120-2 ◽

1998 ◽

Vol 86 (2) ◽

pp. 169-174 ◽

Cited By ~ 9

Author(s):

María Irigoyen ◽

Marco Zepeda ◽

Victor López-Cámara

Keyword(s):

Mexico City ◽

Hiv Positive ◽

Factors Associated

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Genital abnormalities, hormonal contraception, and HIV transmission risk in Rwandan serodifferent couples

The Journal of Infectious Diseases ◽

10.1093/infdis/jiab071 ◽

2021 ◽

Author(s):

Kristin M Wall ◽

Etienne Karita ◽

Julien Nyombayire ◽

Rosine Ingabire ◽

Jeannine Mukamuyango ◽

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Keyword(s):

Hiv Transmission ◽

Hormonal Contraception ◽

Male Partner ◽

Female Partner ◽

Transmission Risk ◽

Hiv Positive ◽

Genital Ulceration ◽

Factors Associated ◽

Contraception Use ◽

Hiv Acquisition

Abstract Background We explored the role of genital abnormalities and hormonal contraception in HIV transmission among heterosexual serodifferent couples in Rwanda. Methods From 2002-2011, non-antiretroviral treatment using HIV serodifferent couples were followed and sociodemographic and clinical data were collected, family planning provided, and HIV-negative partners retested. Couples were assessed for genital ulcers; non-ulcerative genital sexually transmitted infection (STI) including gonorrhea, chlamydia, and trichomoniasis; and non-STI vaginal infections including bacterial vaginosis and candida. Multivariable models evaluated associations between covariates and HIV transmission genetically linked to the index partner. Results Among 877 couples where the man was HIV-positive, 37 linked transmissions occurred. Factors associated with women’s HIV acquisition included female partner genital ulceration (adjusted hazard ratio [aHR]=14.1) and male partner non-ulcerative STI (aHR=8.6). Among 955 couples where the woman was HIV-positive, 46 linked transmissions occurred. Factors associated with men’s HIV acquisition included female partner non-ulcerative STI (aHR=4.4), non-STI vaginal dysbiosis (aHR=7.1), and male partner genital ulceration (aHR=2.6). Hormonal contraception use was not associated with HIV transmission or acquisition. Conclusions Our findings underscore the need for integrating HIV services with care for genital abnormalities. Barriers (e.g., cost for training, demand creation, advocacy, client education; provider time; clinic space) to joint HIV/STI testing need to be considered and addressed.

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Social and Demographic Factors Associated with Postnatal Depression Symptoms among HIV-Positive Women in Primary Healthcare Facilities, South Africa

Healthcare ◽

10.3390/healthcare9010065 ◽

2021 ◽

Vol 9 (1) ◽

pp. 65

Author(s):

Kebogile Elizabeth Mokwena ◽

Nontokozo Lilian Mbatha

Keyword(s):

South Africa ◽

Primary Healthcare ◽

Postnatal Depression ◽

Hiv Positive ◽

P Value ◽

Depression Symptoms ◽

Healthcare Facilities ◽

Factors Associated ◽

Hiv Positive Women ◽

Kwazulu Natal

Background: Mothers living with HIV are at risk for mental health problems, which may have a negative impact on the management of their HIV condition and care of their children. Although South Africa has a high prevalence of HIV, there is a dearth of studies on sociodemographic predictors of postnatal depression (PND) among HIV-positive women in South Africa, even in KwaZulu Natal, a province with the highest prevalence of HIV in the country. Objective: The objective of the study was to determine sociodemographic factors associated with the prevalence of postnatal depression symptoms among a sample of HIV-positive women attending health services from primary healthcare facilities in Umhlathuze District, KwaZulu Natal. Methods: A quantitative cross-sectional survey was used to collect data from 386 HIV-positive women who had infants aged between 1 and 12 weeks. The Edinburgh Postnatal Depression Scale (EPNDS), to which sociodemographic questions were added, was used to collect data. Results: The prevalence of PND symptoms among this sample of 386 HIV-positive women was 42.5%. The age of the mothers ranged from 16 to 42 years, with a mean of 29 years. The majority of the mothers were single or never married (85.5%; n = 330), living in a rural setting (81.9%; n = 316%), with a household income of less than R 2000 (estimated 125 USD) per month (64.9%; n = 120). The government child support grant was the main source of income for most of the mothers (53%; n = 183). PND symptoms were significantly associated with the participant’s partner having other sexual partners (p-value < 0.001), adverse life events (p-value = 0.001), low monthly income (p-value = 0.015), and being financially dependent on others (p-value = 0.023). Conclusion: The prevalence of PND symptoms among the sample is high, with a number of social and demographic factors found to be significantly associated with PND. This requires the consideration of sociodemographic information in the overall management of both HIV and postnatal depression. Addressing the impact of these factors can positively influence the health outcomes of both the mother and the baby.

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Prevalence of suicidal ideation and associated factors among HIV positive perinatal women on follow-up at Gondar town health institutions, Northwest Ethiopia: a cross-sectional study

BMC Pregnancy and Childbirth ◽

10.1186/s12884-020-03529-z ◽

2021 ◽

Vol 21 (1) ◽

Author(s):

Leul Belachew Zewdu ◽

Mebratu Mitiku Reta ◽

Niguse Yigzaw ◽

Koku Sisay Tamirat

Keyword(s):

Suicidal Ideation ◽

Unplanned Pregnancy ◽

Cross Sectional Study ◽

Hiv Positive ◽

Hiv Status ◽

Cross Sectional ◽

Factors Associated ◽

Gondar Town ◽

Perinatal Women ◽

Significant Factors

Abstract Background Suicidal behaviors cover a range or continuum of acts from suicidal ideations to a series of actions, commonly known as suicidal attempts or deliberate self-harms. Though different mental disorders related studies were conducted among HIV/AIDS patients, there is a scarcity of information about the magnitude and determinants of suicidal thoughts among perinatal women. Therefore, this study aimed to determine the prevalence of suicidal ideation and associated factors among HIV positive perinatal women in the study setting. Methods An institution-based cross-sectional study was conducted among perinatal women on treatment to the prevention of mother to child transmission of HIV/AIDS at Gondar town health facilities. A total of 422 HIV-positive perinatal women were selected systematically and the data collected through medical record review and interview using a Composite International Diagnostic Interview (CIDI) toolkit. A binary and multivariable logistic regression model was employed to identify factors associated with suicidal ideation. An Adjusted Odds Ratio (AOR) with 95% Confidence Interval (CI) was computed to see the strength of association between outcome and independent variables. Characteristics having less than 0.05 p-value had been taken as significant factors associated with the outcome of interest. Result The prevalence of suicidal ideation was found to be 8.2% (95% CI; 5.7 to 11.3) and with a standard error of 0.013. Perinatal depression (AOR=4.40, 95%CI: 1.63 11.85), not disclosed HIV status (AOR=3.73, 95%CI: 1.44 9.65), and unplanned pregnancy (AOR=2.75, 95%CI: 1.21 6.21) were significant factors associated with suicidal ideation. Conclusion The magnitude of suicidal ideation among HIV positive perinatal women was found to be low. Perinatal depression, non-disclosed HIV status, and unplanned pregnancy were factors significantly associated with suicidal ideation. This finding suggests the integration of mental health services with maternal and HIV support programs.

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Exploring Condom Use Behaviors Among African American Adolescent Boys in the Deep South

American Journal of Men s Health ◽

10.1177/15579883211009039 ◽

2021 ◽

Vol 15 (2) ◽

pp. 155798832110090

Author(s):

Jessica Thames Chambliss ◽

Retta Evans ◽

Anneliese Bolland ◽

Martha S. Wingate ◽

John M. Bolland

Keyword(s):

African American ◽

Condom Use ◽

Sexual Behaviors ◽

Unplanned Pregnancy ◽

The United States ◽

Deep South ◽

Adolescent Boys ◽

African American Adolescent ◽

Factors Associated ◽

Increased Risk

Risky sexual behaviors among adolescents can increase adverse outcomes including unplanned pregnancy or contraction or transmission of disease. Adolescents who engage in risky sexual activities are at increased risk for adverse health and social outcomes compared to those who do not engage. Despite declines in adolescent pregnancy and birth rates, the diagnosis of sexually transmitted infections (STIs) is steadily increasing among adolescents. Moreover, African American adolescent boys in the United States, specifically in the southeastern region are disproportionally at greater risk for STIs, and STI diagnosis within this population has increased over time, compared to their white counterparts. This study sought to identify factors associated with condom use among adolescent boys in the Deep South. Using data from the Mobile Youth Survey, a longitudinal adolescent community-based survey, this study assessed the relationship between personal, behavioral, and environmental factors and condom use among African American adolescent boys (14–19 years). Younger participants (14–15 and 16–17) were more likely to use a condom during the last sexual intercourse compared to older participants (18–19 years). High positive attachment to boy/girlfriend was associated with increased condom use. The number of sexual partners, age at their first sexual encounter, recent sexual behavior, and having an STI were also associated with increased condom use among participants. The study provides further insights into factors associated with condom use among African American adolescent boys and results can inform the development of sexual health interventions.

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