STUDYING OF KNOWLEDGES, ATTITUDES AND PRACTICES (KAP) TOWARD HIV PREVENTION IN MSM IN KHANH HOA PROVINCE 2010

2012 ◽  
pp. 72-79
Author(s):  
That Toan Ton ◽  
Xuan Chuong Tran
Keyword(s):  
Hiv Prevention ◽  
Hiv Infection ◽  
Hiv Transmission ◽  
Cross Sectional Study ◽  
High Risk Group ◽  
Good Knowledge ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Attitudes And Practices ◽  
Female Partners ◽  
Knowledge Attitudes And Practices

Objectives: Man who have sex with man (MSM) group is a high risk group of HIV infection. There are very rare studies about HIV infection in this group. Aims: Study knowledge, attitudes and practices (KAP) toward HIV prevention in MSM in Khanh Hoa province in 2010. Methods: A cross-sectional study among MSM over 16 years aged living in Khanh Hoa in which data were collected from June 2010 to June 2011. Results: Knowledge: Most of MSM have good knowledge about the ways of HIV transmission in which 47.5% have right answers to 14-15 questions about HIV prevention. Attitudes: 98.5% MSM are ready to do voluntary tests for HIV. 61.5% MSM did not discuss to male partners about HIV or STDs. Practices: 99.1% have used condom but 67.5% did not use condoms in the last contact with female partners. Only 19.6% MSM have received consultations about HIV. Conclusions: Most of MSM have good knowledge about the ways of HIV transmission. 98.5% MSM are ready to do voluntary tests for HIV. 99.1% have used condom. Only 19.6% MSM have received consultations about HIV.

scholarly journals Knowledge, attitudes and practices of male circumcision for Human Immunodeficiency Virus (HIV) prevention among voluntary counselling and testing clients in a centre in northern Namibia

2017 ◽  
Vol 3 (1) ◽  
pp. 42 ◽  
Author(s):  
Terthu K Ngodji ◽  
Jessica Rebert ◽  
Ehimario U Igumbor ◽  
Vistolina Nuuyoma
Keyword(s):  
Hiv Prevention ◽  
Hiv Infection ◽  
Male Circumcision ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Voluntary Counselling ◽  
Attitudes And Practices ◽  
Health Related ◽  
High Level ◽  
Voluntary Counselling And Testing ◽  
Knowledge Attitudes And Practices

Background: There is compelling evidence that male circumcision (MC) is associated with reduced risk of contracting HIV. For this reason, MC is recommended for countries like Namibia where HIV prevalence is high and MC rates are low. Following this recommendation, a national MC campaign was considered to introduce MC as an additional HIV prevention strategy with the intention of rolling it out in communities where MC is not traditionally practised and where heterosexually transmitted HIV infection rates are high. Little is known about the acceptability of MC in traditionally non-circumcising communities in Northern Namibia.Objective: This study assessed the knowledge, attitudes and practices of MC among men presenting for voluntary counselling and testing (VCT) in a traditionally non-circumcising ethnic group in the northern Namibia.Methods: A cross-sectional descriptive study design was used. Semi-structured questionnaires were used to collect data from 331 Oshiwambo-speaking males aged 18 years and older, presenting for VCT services. Data was analysed using Epi-Info 2008, Version 3.5.1.Results: The self-reported prevalence of MC in the study sample was 15.4%, with 38% of those reporting being circumcised during their childhood (1-13 years) and 44% being circumcised for health-related reasons. Most respondents (n = 241, 74.4%) had heard that MC reduces the men’s risk of HIV infection. Up to 53.1% of the respondents had good knowledge regarding MC; moreover, the majority of the respondents (n = 194, 66.6%) reported that it is easier for uncircumcised men to acquire HIV infection. It was found that men aged 25 to 34 years were more willing to be circumcised than the other age groups.Conclusions: A high level of knowledge of MC was revealed. Accordingly, the idea of MC is likely to be accepted, especially if it is implemented to reduce the risk of HIV infection.

scholarly journals Osteoporosis guideline awareness among Iranian family physicians: results of a knowledge, attitudes, and practices survey

2018 ◽  
Vol 19 (5) ◽  
pp. 485-491 ◽  
Author(s):  
Hamideh Mahdaviazad ◽  
Vahid Keshtkar ◽  
Mohammad Jafar Emami
Keyword(s):  
Family Physicians ◽  
Cross Sectional Study ◽  
Good Knowledge ◽  
Professional Experience ◽  
Attitude Score ◽  
Training Methods ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Attitudes And Practices ◽  
Knowledge And Practice ◽  
Knowledge Attitudes And Practices

AimThis study investigates the knowledge, attitudes, and practices (KAP) of family physicians in Iran, regarding osteoporosis and their experience with national osteoporosis guideline.BackgroundOsteoporosis is a relatively preventable, chronic and progressive disease. Family physicians play a crucial role in relieving the burden of care.MethodsThis cross-sectional study was addressed at all qualified family physicians who registered at urban family physicians and referral system program. Data collection included demographics, professional experience, and knowledge of guidelines based on a standardized KAP questionnaire. Student’s t-test was used to measure the associations between KAP scores and demographic, professional experience variables.FindingsThe response rate was 72% (540/750). Based on Bloom’s cut off scale, family physicians knowledge and practice scores were in moderate level, and only 14 and 38.5% of them had good knowledge and practice, respectively. Attitude score was in good level, and 64.1% of participants had positive attitude. Mean score of knowledge and practice were higher significantly among family physicians that practice in public settings. Family physicians, who completed osteoporosis training courses, had higher attitude score (P=0.03). Only 23.5% of family physicians were aware of the existence of national osteoporosis guideline.ConclusionAlthough most family physicians believed in the importance of preventive measures, however, limited number of them had good knowledge and practice regarding osteoporosis and less than a quarter were aware of national guideline. This is a clear need to disseminate the guideline more effectively, make greater use of efficient training methods.

scholarly journals Evaluating the knowledge, attitudes and practices of the UAE community on microbiota composition and the main factors affecting it: a cross-sectional study

BMJ Open ◽  
2021 ◽  
Vol 11 (8) ◽  
pp. e047869
Author(s):  
Hiba Jawdat Barqawi ◽  
Saryia Farouk Adra ◽  
Hiba Riad Ramzi ◽  
Mahmoud Alaa Abouaggour ◽  
Shamma Khamis Almehairi
Keyword(s):  
Cross Sectional Study ◽  
Good Knowledge ◽  
Microbiota Composition ◽  
Sectional Study ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Factors Affecting ◽  
Attitudes And Practices ◽  
Main Factors ◽  
Knowledge Attitudes And Practices ◽  
Mlr Model

ObjectivesThis study aims to explore the knowledge, attitudes and practices (KAP) of the population in the United Arab Emirates (UAE) regarding microbiota and the main factors affecting its composition.Design/settingA cross-sectional study, using a self-administered questionnaire, was conducted from May 2018 to September 2018, recruiting participants in public venues via convenience sampling.ParticipantsUAE residents (aged 18 years and above) who spoke either Arabic or English.Results419 responses were completed and analysed using SPSS V.24. Only 29.3% (n=94) of the participants who defined microbiota correctly had good knowledge. There was a significant difference in knowledge among different age groups (p=0.004) and educational levels (p<0.001). Multiple linear regression (MLR) model indicated that being a university student and a healthcare professional (HCP) are the only significant predictors regarding microbiota knowledge (p=0.014 and p<0.001, respectively). Of the respondents who claimed to be aware of probiotics, only 9.1% (n=15) exhibited good knowledge. MLR model showed that being a postgraduate and an HCP are the only significant predictors for probiotics knowledge (p=0.016 and p<0.001, respectively). 42.4% (n=143) and 34.6% (n=28) of the non-medical and HCP participants, respectively, use antibiotics without a prescription. None of the respondents, with or without a medical background, demonstrated good attitudes and practices toward the use of antibiotics.ConclusionDespite the fact that the participants had a basic understanding of microbiota and probiotics, the overall knowledge was substandard. Additionally, the respondents engaged in improper practices that alter the microbiota composition, especially via antibiotics misuse. Campaigns should target the general population as well as HCPs to upheave their overall KAP.

scholarly journals Knowledge, attitudes and practices of COVID 19 among Medical Laboratory Professionals in Zambia

2020 ◽  
Author(s):  
Adon Chawe ◽  
Ruth L Mfune ◽  
Paul Syapiila ◽  
Sharon D Zimba ◽  
Pipina Vlahakis ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Good Practice ◽  
Cross Sectional Study ◽  
Medical Laboratory ◽  
Good Knowledge ◽  
Willingness To Participate ◽  
Online Questionnaire ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Attitudes And Practices ◽  
Medical Laboratory Professionals ◽  
Knowledge Attitudes And Practices

Background: COVID-19 is a novel disease that has spread to nearly every country worldwide. Medical laboratory professionals are key in the fight against COVID-19 as they provide confirmatory diagnosis which is the main basis upon which cases are identified and clinical management instituted. Lack of knowledge, poor attitude and unsafe laboratory practices could have negative implications towards the control of COVID-19. We conducted a quick online questionnaire to investigate the knowledge, attitudes and practices of medical laboratory personnel regarding COVID-19 in Zambia. Methods: We conducted a cross sectional study among medical laboratory professionals in Zambia from 10th to 29th June, 2020. Data were collected using google forms and exported to SPSS version 23 for statistical analysis. Independent predictors of COVID-19 knowledge and practices were determined. Adjusted odds ratios and their 95% confidence intervals are reported. Results: A total of 208 medical laboratory professionals participated in the study. There were more males (58.2%) than females. The majority of respondents had good knowledge (84.1%) and practice (75%) regarding COVID-19. Less than half (n=97, 46.6%) reported willingness to participate in a vaccination program. Predictors of good knowledge included; having a Bachelors degree (AOR: 5.0, CI: 1.15-23.9) and having prior COVID-19 related training (AOR: 8.83, CI: 2.03-38.4). Predictors of good practice included; having a masters or PhD qualification (AOR: 5.23, CI: 1.15-23.9) and having prior COVID-19 related training (AOR: 14.01, CI: 6.47-30.4). Conclusion: Our findings revealed that medical laboratory professionals in Zambia have good knowledge and positive attitude towards COVID-19. However poor practices were observed There is need for continuous professional development (CPD) to ensure that medical laboratory professionals are well informed and aware of best practices to aid in curbing the pandemic. Key words: COVID-19, medical laboratory professions, knowledge, attitude, practice

scholarly journals 1285. Impact of an Educational Program on Knowledge, Attitude and Practice to Prevent HIV Infection Among HIV-Negative Heterosexual Partners of HIV-Infected Patients

2018 ◽  
Vol 5 (suppl_1) ◽  
pp. S392-S393
Author(s):  
Thana Khawcharoenporn ◽  
Chanika Srirach ◽  
Krongtip Chunloy
Keyword(s):  
Hiv Prevention ◽  
Hiv Infection ◽  
Educational Program ◽  
Hiv Transmission ◽  
Hiv Knowledge ◽  
Attitudes And Practices ◽  
Positive Attitudes ◽  
Transmission Prevention ◽  
Knowledge Attitudes And Practices ◽  
Hiv Negative

Abstract Background Data on knowledge, attitudes, and practices to prevent HIV transmission are limited and effective strategies to improve such knowledge, change attitudes, and reduce risk behaviors are unknown among serodiscordant couples. Methods A quasi-experimental study was conducted among HIV-negative adult heterosexual partners of HIV-infected patients. The intervention was an educational program consisting of a 1-hour educational session on knowledge about HIV infection and transmission prevention, a condom use teaching session, group discussion and experience sharing, and free HIV testing. Self-administered survey was conducted pre- and post-intervention on the same day to assess effectiveness of the program in improving HIV knowledge and changing attitudes toward HIV prevention. The participants were invited to participate in the program again 6 months later to assess retention of the knowledge and positive attitudes and practices to prevent HIV. Results A total of 88 participants were enrolled. The median age was 39 years and 49 (56%) were male. The median number of correct answers to the 30 statements about HIV infection and transmission prevention was significantly higher after the program compared with before the program (28 vs. 21; P &lt; 0.001). After the program, higher proportions of the participants would encourage treatment of their HIV-infected partners (77% vs. 58%), use pre-exposure prophylaxis (59% vs. 38%), have a regular HIV blood test every 6 months (94% vs. 81%) and think that they and their partners can have a baby together safely with the current HIV transmission prevention strategies (48% vs. 17%) compared with before the program (all P &lt; 0.05). Among the 35 participants who participated in the educational program twice, most of the knowledge and positive attitudes were retained. The rates of regular HIV testing every 6 months and consistent condom use had increased from baseline to 6 months later (29% to 74% and 71% to 91%, respectively). None of the participants acquired HIV from their partners. Conclusion The educational program was shown to be effective in improving HIV knowledge, attitudes, and practices toward HIV prevention among the seronegative partners. Disclosures All authors: No reported disclosures.

scholarly journals Occurrence of tuberculosis and predictors of zoonotic TB transmission among livestock workers in Lafia, Nigeria

2020 ◽  
Vol 17 (4) ◽  
pp. 35-50
Author(s):  
C.A. Agada ◽  
J. Mohammed ◽  
A.E.J. Okoh ◽  
A.J. Ogugua
Keyword(s):  
Cross Sectional Study ◽  
Good Knowledge ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Systematic Random Sampling ◽  
Good Practices ◽  
Attitudes And Practices ◽  
Abattoir Worker ◽  
Knowledge Attitudes And Practices ◽  
Abattoir Workers ◽  
Structured Questionnaire

Although tuberculosis (TB) is prevalent in domestic animals and man in Nigeria, prevalence and zoonotic tuberculosis (ZTB) predictors information among livestock workers in Lafia, is scarce. This study determined TB prevalence and ZTB predictors among livestock workers in the town.In a cross-sectional study, sputum samples from 96 participants selected by systematic random sampling (56 abattoir workers and 40 cattle herdsmen and marketers), to whom semi-structured questionnaire was issued, were tested with Ziehl Neelson stain. Data generated were analysed with STATA 12 and OpenEpi at 0.05 critical value (α). From the 96 samples, 13.54% prevalence was recorded. Awareness of ZTB was 60.42% and logistic regression analysis showed good knowledge of ZTB as the predictor (OR=62.89, 95% CI=7.19-549.69, P=0.000). Similarly, ZTB knowledge was 37.50% and the significant predictors were being old (OR=22.09, 95% CI=1.11-13.38, P=0.034); well aware (OR=22.09, 95% CI=2.61-187.27, P=0.005) and good practices (OR=4.78, 95% CI=1.39-16.60) towards ZTB. Thirty-four percent of the respondents engaged in good practices preventing ZTB exposure with the predictors being: an abattoir worker (OR = 3.03, 95% CI=1.04-9.09, P=0.042) and having ZTB good knowledge (OR=4.36, 95% CI=1.33-14.22, P=0.015). Tuberculosis was prevalent among the participants and they need enlightenment on ZTB transmission since they lacked good knowledge, attitudes and practices that prevent it. Keywords: Knowledge, Practices, Predictors, Prevalence, Tuberculosis

scholarly journals Meningococcal Disease and Related Vaccinations: Knowledge, Attitudes, and Practices among Healthcare Workers Who Provide Care to Patients with Underlying High-Risk Medical Conditions

Vaccines ◽  
2020 ◽  
Vol 8 (3) ◽  
pp. 543
Author(s):  
Gabriella Di Giuseppe ◽  
Concetta P. Pelullo ◽  
Giorgia Della Polla ◽  
Maria Pavia
Keyword(s):  
High Risk ◽  
Meningococcal Disease ◽  
Healthcare Workers ◽  
Cross Sectional Study ◽  
Good Knowledge ◽  
Medical Conditions ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Attitudes And Practices ◽  
Additional Information ◽  
Knowledge Attitudes And Practices

This cross-sectional study assessed knowledge, attitudes, and practices regarding meningococcal disease and related vaccinations among healthcare workers (HCWs) who provided care to patients with underlying high-risk medical conditions. A total of 411 HCWs returned the survey. Only 35% of the respondents had a good knowledge about the incidence and lethality of meningococcal disease, the most frequent serogroups in Italy and the diseases or conditions that expose patients to a high-risk of severe complications caused by meningococcal disease. Vaccination against meningococcal disease was perceived to be highly effective by 38.4% of participants, very safe by 36.2%, and 82% agreed or strongly agreed that HCWs should promote adherence to recommended vaccinations even in hesitant patients. Moreover, 34.1% recommended meningococcal vaccinations to all eligible patients and the results of the multivariate analysis showed that older HCWs, who work in pediatric/neonatal wards, have good knowledge about meningococcal vaccinations, have a favourable attitude towards vaccinations, and do not need additional information about meningococcal vaccinations, were more likely to recommend meningococcal vaccinations to all eligible patients. Interventions aimed at the enhancement of knowledge and awareness of HCWs who provide care to these patients on the benefits of meningococcal vaccinations are warranted.

scholarly journals Knowledge, attitudes and practices survey among health care workers and tuberculosis patients in Iraq

2003 ◽  
Vol 9 (4) ◽  
pp. 718-731
Author(s):  
D. S. Hashim ◽  
W. Al Kubaisy ◽  
A. Al Dulayme
Keyword(s):  
Health Care ◽  
Health Care Workers ◽  
Cross Sectional Study ◽  
Good Knowledge ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Negative Attitudes ◽  
Attitudes And Practices ◽  
Care Workers ◽  
Primary Health Care Centers ◽  
Knowledge Attitudes And Practices

A cross-sectional study was made of 500 patients and 500 health care workers randomly selected from 250 primary health care centers throughout Iraq to evaluate knowledge, attitudes and practices towards tuberculosis [TB]. Using structured questionnaire interviews, the study showed 64.4% of patients had good knowledge, while 54.8% had negative attitudes and practices towards TB. The 2 most important sources of patient information about TB were physicians and television. Of health care workers, 95.5% had good knowledge about TB and this was significantly associated with age and job duration. By contrast, health care workers’ practice was poor: only 38.2% handled suspected TB cases correctly. The national TB programme in Iraq has had a good impact on knowledge of TB patients and health care workers

scholarly journals Assessment of knowledge, attitudes, and practices towards Zika virus among healthcare workers in St. Kitts

2021 ◽  
Vol 21 (1) ◽  
Author(s):  
Donya L. Francis ◽  
Utoomporn Wongsin ◽  
Shuo-Chen Chien ◽  
Yi-Hsin ( Elsa) Hsu ◽  
Franziska Michaela Lohmeyer ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Low Income ◽  
Zika Virus ◽  
Healthcare Workers ◽  
Cross Sectional Study ◽  
Good Knowledge ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Logistic Regression Models ◽  
Attitudes And Practices ◽  
Formal Degree ◽  
Knowledge Attitudes And Practices

Abstract Background Healthcare workers are usually the first responders during outbreaks and are instrumental in educating the populace about the prevention of different diseases and illnesses. The aim of this study was to assess the association between healthcare workers’ characteristics and knowledge, attitudes and practices toward Zika virus. Methods This was a cross-sectional study that collected data from healthcare workers at 3 medical facilities using a validated self-administered questionnaire between July 2017 – September 2017. Logistic regression models were used to examine the association between sociodemographic and knowledge, attitudes, and practices. Results A total of 190 healthcare workers were analyzed. Of these, 60, 72.6 and 64.7% had good knowledge, positive attitudes, and good practices toward Zika virus, respectively. Healthcare workers without a formal degree were less likely to have good knowledge of Zika virus (adjusted odds ratio (AOR) = 0:49; 95% confidence interval (CI) = 0.24–0.99) compared to those with a formal degree. Reduced odds for positive attitude towards Zika virus were observed in healthcare workers with low income as compared to those with high income (AOR = 0.31; 95% CI =0.13–0.75). Being younger than 40 years old was associated with poor Zika virus practices (AOR = 0:34; 95% CI = 0.15–0.79). Conclusions Significant association between healthcare workers’ sociodemographic characteristics and Zika virus knowledge, attitudes and practices were observed. Public health interventions that seek to increase Zika virus awareness should aim to train healthcare workers who are younger, without formal degree and those earning low income.

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