Provider-initiated HIV testing uptake and socio-economic status among women in a conflict zone in the Central African Republic: a mixed-methods cross-sectional study

Provider-initiated HIV testing uptake and socio-economic status among women in a conflict zone in the Central African Republic: a mixed-methods cross-sectional study

Abstract Introduction In the Central African Republic (CAR), HIV/AIDS is the main cause of death in women aged 15–49 years. Increased testing coverage is essential in prevention of HIV/AIDS, especially in areas where conflict hinders access to health care. Socio-economic status (SES) has been shown...

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Main Authors: Mari Nythun Utheim, Petros Isaakidis, Rafael Van den Bergh, Bantas Bata Ghislain Géraud, Rodrigue Biguioh Mabvouna, Tone Kristin Omsland, Espen Heen, Cecilie Dahl
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: BMC 2023-03-01
Series:Conflict and Health
Subjects:
HIV/AIDS
PITC
HIV testing uptake
Family planning
Conflict
Central African Republic
Online Access:https://doi.org/10.1186/s13031-023-00505-0

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https://doi.org/10.1186/s13031-023-00505-0

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