scholarly journals An analysis of Knowledge of Sexual and Reproductive Health among Adolescents and Young persons Living with HIV: The case of Chitungwiza, Harare, Zimbabwe

2021 ◽  
Vol 4 (8) ◽  
pp. 01-12
Author(s):  
Lianora Manyange ◽  
Norman Makunika Chulalongkorn
Keyword(s):  
Young People ◽  
Reproductive Health ◽  
Sexual And Reproductive Health ◽  
Academic Research ◽  
Death Sentence ◽  
People Living With Hiv ◽  
Health Issues ◽  
Quantitative Research Methods ◽  
Persons Living With Hiv ◽  
Living With Hiv

It has been decades into the HIV pandemic, the position of the disease has advanced significantly from death sentence to a chronically manageable disease that can be lived with for long time. This evolution was made possible with the advent of antiretroviral therapy which allowed HIV infected children to reach adulthood. However, sexual, and reproductive needs of these generations remain unattended in many countries. The study sought to highlight the sexual and reproductive health issues affecting young people living with HIV in Chitungwiza and Waterfalls communities, targeting HIV positive young people aged 15-24 years. A mixed methods approach was adopted in which, Qualitative and Quantitative research methods were employed. A survey was conducted with 113 young people to quantify sexual and reproductive health issues affecting young people living with HIV (YPLWH). To solicitate community perceptions and opinions on childbearing among the Adolescents and Young persons living with HIV, 8 focus group discussions and key informant interviews were conducted to qualify the data from the survey. The findings indicated that sexual and reproductive health (SRH) knowledge heavily impacts YPLWH’. Socio-cultural barriers are major inhibiting factors limiting YPLWH. The study recommends that academic research, NGOs, and other stakeholders with support from the Ministry of Health, should conduct more studies on emerging HIV and SRH issues which will help in addressing knowledge gaps and provide evidence-based knowledge in public health. Overall, this will improve the reproductive health outcomes of young people living with HIV.

scholarly journals Contributo da Educação Física na área do esporte, atividade física, saúde e educação para as crianças e jovens que vivem com o HIV

2016 ◽  
Vol 18 (2) ◽  
pp. 243 ◽  
Author(s):  
Luiz Rodrigo Augustemak de Lima ◽  
Davi Monteiro Teixeira ◽  
Elisabete Cristina Morandi dos Santos ◽  
Edio Luiz Petroski
Keyword(s):  
Young People ◽  
Reproductive Health ◽  
Social Inclusion ◽  
Sexual And Reproductive Health ◽  
People Living With Hiv ◽  
Hiv Education ◽  
Children And Young People ◽  
Education Professionals ◽  
Living With Hiv

DOI: http://dx.doi.org/10.5007/1980-0037.2016v18n2p243 This narrative review examined documents that show the activity of Physical Education professionals for children and young people living with HIV. Forty documents were analyzed, highlighting the main contributions: 1) Sports / Physical Activity for social inclusion of youth in social vulnerability, reducing discrimination and stigma and development of motor skills; 2) Health, for treatment adherence, sexual and reproductive health, functional assessment, prescription, guidance and supervision of physical exercises; 3) Education, for prevention of infection / re-infection with HIV, education for sexual and reproductive health. These interventions include major initiatives to improve the quality of life and to coping the pandemic of HIV in children and young people. 

Differences in perceptions on sexual and reproductive health between service providers and people living with HIV: A qualitative elicitation study

2008 ◽  
Vol 13 (5) ◽  
pp. 516-528 ◽  
Author(s):  
Christiana Maria Nöstlinger ◽  
Victoria Gordillo ◽  
Ruth Borms ◽  
Cynthia Murphy ◽  
Johannes Bogner ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Reproductive Health ◽  
Sexual And Reproductive Health ◽  
Service Providers ◽  
People Living With Hiv ◽  
Elicitation Study ◽  
Living With Hiv

Sexual and reproductive health services for people living with HIV/AIDS in Germany: are we up to the challenge?

Infection ◽  
2013 ◽  
Vol 41 (4) ◽  
pp. 761-768 ◽  
Author(s):  
M. C. Mueller ◽  
C. Walentiny ◽  
U. Seybold ◽  
C. Nöstlinger ◽  
T. Platteau ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Reproductive Health ◽  
Health Services ◽  
Sexual And Reproductive Health ◽  
People Living With Hiv ◽  
Reproductive Health Services ◽  
Living With Hiv ◽  
Hiv Aids

scholarly journals Raising young people’s awareness on sexual and reproductive health issues

2019 ◽  
Vol 29 (Supplement_4) ◽  
Author(s):  
M Papadakaki ◽  
M Plevri ◽  
K Vagionaki ◽  
G Papadomanolakis ◽  
R Androulaki ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Young People ◽  
Reproductive Health ◽  
Sexual Health ◽  
Sexuality Education ◽  
Sexual And Reproductive Health ◽  
Peer Education ◽  
Health Issues ◽  
Health And Social Care ◽  
One Stop ◽  
Youth Friendly

Abstract Issue/problem Despite the high prevalence of sexually transmitted diseases(STIs) and abortions among Greek youth, sexuality education is not yet part of the curriculum of Greek schools and the Greek family is not ready to address these issues with comfort. Description of the problem A “one-stop information point” was organized for one week in major cities of Crete Region as part of a community health program, which was funded by the Regional Authority of Crete to address “Gender Equality in the Region of Crete within 2018-2020”. The project aimed at increasing young people’s awareness of sexual health issues using a “peer education” approach and a youth-friendly information package. Undergraduate students from health, mental health and social care professions acted as volunteers upon receiving a rigorous 2-day training by sexual and reproductive health experts. The questions to be answered by the project were: “What are the main concerns of adolescents regarding their sexual health? How much satisfaction could adolescents gain by a “one stop information point” and a youth friendly “information package” offered by peers? Results Serious information gaps regarding contraception and STI’s and a number of stereotypes regarding healthy relations and sexual orientation have been recorded. Gender dysphoria is still an issue that remains unaddressed among young people. A youth-friendly website (LaHeRS Lab) and short videos are now available as part of the project to facilitate young people’s access to information. A large social media network of young people interested in sexual health issues has been formed locally and is growing nationally. The intervention was received with satisfaction. Lessons “One-stop information centres” and “peer education” have been an ideal combination to address sensitive issues among young people. Key messages Knowledge gaps and unsafe sexual practices are prevalent among adolescents. Sexuality education should be offered in early school life.

scholarly journals The Dark Side of Female HIV Patient Care: Sexual and Reproductive Health Risks in Pre- and Post-Clinical Treatments

2018 ◽  
Vol 7 (11) ◽  
pp. 402 ◽  
Author(s):  
Thu Khuat ◽  
Thu Do ◽  
Van Nguyen ◽  
Xuan Vu ◽  
Phuong Nguyen ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Health Care ◽  
High Risk ◽  
Reproductive Health ◽  
Sexual And Reproductive Health ◽  
Hiv Care ◽  
High Risk Population ◽  
People Living With Hiv ◽  
Women Living With Hiv ◽  
Women And Girls ◽  
Living With Hiv

This study examines the pre- and post-clinical issues in human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) care and treatment for women and girls of high-risk population groups—namely sex workers, injecting drug users, women living with HIV, primary sexual partners of people living with HIV, adolescent girls who are children of these groups, and migrant young girls and women—in five provinces and cities in Vietnam. Through a sample of 241 surveyed participants and 48 respondents for in-depth interviews and 32 respondents in the focus group discussions, the study identifies multiple barriers that keep these groups from receiving the proper health care that is well within their human rights. Most respondents rated HIV testing as easily accessible, yet only 18.9% of the surveyed women living with HIV disclosed their infection status, while 37.8% gave no information at the most recent prenatal care visit. The level of knowledge and proper practices of sexual and reproductive health (SRH) care also remains limited. Meanwhile, modern birth control methods have yet to be widely adopted among these populations: only 30.7% of respondents reported using condoms when having sex with their husband. This increases the risks of unwanted pregnancy and abortion, as well as vulnerability to sexually transmitted infections (STIs) and HIV transmission. On the other hand, HIV-related stigma and discrimination at health care settings are still pervasive, which create significant barriers for patients to access proper care services. Based on these results, six recommendations to improve SRH status of women and girls of populations at high risk are put forward.

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