Objectives: This study aimed to understand how the association between internalized homonegativity (IH) and sexual risk behavior differed in Spain (N = 3,336) Turkey 550). Methods: We used multigroup structural equation modeling. Results: HIV pre-exposure prophylaxis (PrEP) knowledge mediated relationship IH among MSM Spain, but not men Turkey. Higher HIV/PrEP was associated with higher while o...

HIV among Young Women in Developing Countries Youths (persons 15–24 years of age) are a major part of the HIV epidemic around the world, making up an estimated half of new HIV infections, and young women are typically infected earlier than are men. Young women have both biological and social vulnerabilities. They can be susceptible to “sugar daddy” relationships, they are vulnerable to sex traf...

BACKGROUND HIV workplace policies have become an important tool in addressing the HIV Pandemic in Sub-Saharan Africa. In Zambia, the National AIDS Council has been advocating for establishing of HIV/AIDS workplace policies to interested companies, however no formal evaluation has been done to assess uptake and implementation. The study aimed to establish the existence of HIV/AIDS policies and p...

s and Reports 177 miologists have used the tests to assess the prevalence and incidence of infection in different geographic areas and populations, as well as to better understand the infection’s natural history. With this information, areas and groups which need to be targeted with specific educational programs and other prevention efforts can be determined. Health officials and physicians in ...

HIV among Young Women in Developing Countries Youths (persons 15–24 years of age) are a major part of the HIV epidemic around the world, making up an estimated half of new HIV infections, and young women are typically infected earlier than are men. Young women have both biological and social vulnerabilities. They can be susceptible to “sugar daddy” relationships, they are vulnerable to sex traf...

BACKGROUND Despite expanded programs for prevention of mother-to-child HIV transmission (PMTCT), HIV-infected infants may not be diagnosed until they are ill. Comparing HIV prevalence and outcomes in infants diagnosed in PMTCT programs to those in hospital settings may improve pediatric HIV diagnosis strategies. METHODS HIV-exposed infants <12 months old were recruited from 9 PMTCT sites in p...

While tremendous progress has been made in the prevention and treatment of HIV, individuals continue to be at risk of acquiring HIV. There is increased recognition that interventions need to target couples and families in at-risk populations. This article provides an introduction to this special issue on couples, families, and HIV and a review of research on couple and family interventions for ...

Promoting linkages between tuberculosis (TB) and human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) treatment and prevention programs in resource-constrained environments where both diseases are prevalent is essential to improve the diagnosis, treatment, and outcomes for patients affected by both diseases. In this article, we share insights based on our experiences supporting integrated TB and HIV service deli...

Background: In the UK, black Africans account for most affected ethnic population with HIV. Black hold traditional beliefs which have been reported to cause certain misconceptions about of Also, despite being in a developed country like it has noted that still these beliefs. This study was aimed at exploring influence HIV and related stigma among diaspora.Methods: Semi structured interviews wer...