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Serwaa Boakye D, Konadu E, Helena Mavhandu-Mudzusi A. Sociodemographic Determinants of Knowledge, Attitude and Practices of Ghanaian Nurses Towards Persons Living with HIV and AIDS in Kumasi. INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF AFRICA NURSING SCIENCES 2022. [DOI: 10.1016/j.ijans.2022.100519] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/23/2022] Open
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Al-Amad SH. Willingness of dentists in the United Arab Emirates to perform restorative and surgical treatments for patients infected with hepatitis C. Arch Public Health 2021; 79:230. [PMID: 34933688 PMCID: PMC8692077 DOI: 10.1186/s13690-021-00756-4] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/17/2021] [Accepted: 12/08/2021] [Indexed: 11/10/2022] Open
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BACKGROUND Dentists' refusal to treat patients infected with hepatitis C (HCV) continues to raise ethical concerns, particularly in countries where HCV is prevalent. The aim of this cross-sectional study was to assess dentists' willingness to treat patients infected with HCV and the socio-demographic variables that influence their decision. METHODS An online questionnaire was disseminated to dentists practicing in the United Arab Emirates (UAE) and enquired about their willingness to perform two dental treatments: restorative and surgical, to patients infected with HCV, while hypothetically being equipped with optimal personal protective equipment. Binary logistic regression test was used to assess socio-demographic factors that predict dentists' unwillingness decision. RESULTS Two-hundred and forty-five dentists participated in this survey. Among those, 25.6 and 19.3% were unwilling to perform dental extractions and aerosol-generating restorative dental treatments for patients infected with HCV, respectively. Dentists' clinical experience was a significant predictor of their unwillingness decision, with those of shorter clinical experience expressing greater reluctance than their counterparts (OR:1.61; 95% CI: 1.02-2.54; p = 0.042). CONCLUSION Patients infected with HCV who need dental care could face rejection by early career dentists, particularly if that treatment is a surgical one. Fresh dental graduates should be made aware of their ethical and legal responsibilities towards patients with infectious diseases, particularly HCV.
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- Suhail H Al-Amad
- College of Dental Medicine, University of Sharjah, Sharjah, United Arab Emirates.
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Cama E, Brener L, Broady T, Hopwood M, Treloar C. Australian health and medical workers' concerns around providing care to people living with hepatitis B. HEALTH & SOCIAL CARE IN THE COMMUNITY 2021; 29:e431-e439. [PMID: 33825261 DOI: 10.1111/hsc.13368] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/25/2020] [Revised: 02/17/2021] [Accepted: 02/23/2021] [Indexed: 06/12/2023]
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There is established literature on health workers' attitudes towards working with people living with stigmatised health conditions and behaviours, such as HIV, hepatitis C and injecting drug use. Less is known about health workers' attitudes and concerns around providing care to people living with hepatitis B virus (HBV), which is concerning as research indicates that negative attitudes may impact on the quality of care provided to these populations, with adverse health outcomes for clients. The aim of this paper is to examine health and medical workers' concerns about providing care to people living with HBV, and the factors that may influence these concerns. Australian health and medical workers (n = 551) completed an online survey measuring their concerns about providing care to people living with HBV, stigmatising attitudes towards this group, perceived comfort of themselves and colleagues in providing care towards clients with HBV, and witnessing their colleagues behaviour in a discriminatory way towards clients with HBV. Multiple regression was used to ascertain factors predictive of health workers' concerns about working with clients with HBV. Results showed that older participants and those who had spent less time working in the health and medical field had greater concerns about caring for people living with HBV. Workers who did not know someone living with HBV, who were less comfortable around clients with HBV, who perceived their colleagues to be less comfortable working with clients with HBV, and who had more negative attitudes towards this group also had greater concerns around providing care to people living with HBV. Efforts should be made to improve health and medical workers' attitudes towards working with people with HBV. This may also improve workers' level of comfort with people with HBV and reduce the reported reticence they have towards working with this client group.
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- Elena Cama
- Centre for Social Research in Health, University of New South Wales, Sydney, NSW, Australia
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- Centre for Social Research in Health, University of New South Wales, Sydney, NSW, Australia
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- Centre for Social Research in Health, University of New South Wales, Sydney, NSW, Australia
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- Centre for Social Research in Health, University of New South Wales, Sydney, NSW, Australia
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- Centre for Social Research in Health, University of New South Wales, Sydney, NSW, Australia
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Knowledge, Attitudes and Practices toward Hepatitis B Virus Infection among Students of Medicine in Vietnam. INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF ENVIRONMENTAL RESEARCH AND PUBLIC HEALTH 2021; 18:ijerph18137081. [PMID: 34281017 PMCID: PMC8296898 DOI: 10.3390/ijerph18137081] [Citation(s) in RCA: 14] [Impact Index Per Article: 4.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/13/2021] [Revised: 06/28/2021] [Accepted: 06/29/2021] [Indexed: 01/21/2023]
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Background: Building capacity in hepatitis B virus prevention and management for medical students and health professionals is one of the pillars of the national viral hepatitis control strategy. Methods: A cross-sectional study was conducted at eight medical universities from the northern, central and southern regions of the country between May and November 2020 using a systematic random sampling technique. Results: Among 2000 participants, 84.2% reported they had been tested for hepatitis B and 83.9% had received the hepatitis B vaccine. The mean knowledge, attitude, practice score was 40.2 out of 54 (74.4%) with only 19.9% of the study participants obtaining a good score. In multivariate analysis, fifth year students, students from central universities, students who had tested positive for hepatitis B and students who had received hepatitis B vaccine or had encountered patients with chronic hepatitis B had significantly higher knowledge score (p < 0.05). The study showed lack of trust in the hepatitis B vaccine safety and lack of confidence in providing counselling, testing and management of patients with chronic hepatitis B. Conclusion: Findings from our research emphasized an immediate need to improve the medical schools’ training curriculum in Vietnam to enable students’ readiness in hepatitis B prevention and management.
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Brener L, Cama E, Broady T, Hopwood M, Treloar C. Comparing Australian health worker and student attitudes and concerns about providing care to people living with hepatitis B. Health Promot J Austr 2021; 33:282-288. [PMID: 33687771 DOI: 10.1002/hpja.475] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/03/2020] [Accepted: 03/04/2021] [Indexed: 01/02/2023] Open
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ISSUE ADDRESSED Hepatitis B (HBV) is a major public health issue with over 250 million people chronically infected worldwide. In Australia, prevalence is higher among migrant communities and these groups may be reticent to attend health care services due to concerns about experiencing stigma and discrimination. The way health workers perceive their clients, particularly those of migrant backgrounds, may influence the way they treat these clients and the quality of care provided. This study investigated and compared the attitudes and concerns health workers and health students have towards working with clients living with HBV. METHODS Health workers (n = 551) and students (n = 199) completed an online survey which investigated attitudes towards people living with HBV, comfort with providing care for these clients and concerns they have about working with them. RESULTS Health students expressed less comfort (U = 47 611, z = -2.73, P = .006) and reported more concerns about working with people with HBV than qualified health workers (U = 61611.50, z = 2.64, P = .008). Students' concerns were centred around their own ability to provide care rather than issues related to clients. There were no differences in overall attitudes towards people living with HBV between health workers and students. CONCLUSION To address concerns that health workers and students may have in working with people living with HBV, particularly those from migrant communities, and to ensure that health workers feel comfortable and confident, HBV workforce development should be included in undergraduate and postgraduate training programmes as well as in continuing professional education. SO WHAT?: This will assist the health workforce to develop competency in the treatment of people living with HBV, with the ultimate aim of providing best quality, non-judgemental care to all people living with HBV.
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- Loren Brener
- Centre for Social Research in Health, University of New South Wales, Sydney, NSW, Australia
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- Centre for Social Research in Health, University of New South Wales, Sydney, NSW, Australia
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- Centre for Social Research in Health, University of New South Wales, Sydney, NSW, Australia
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- Centre for Social Research in Health, University of New South Wales, Sydney, NSW, Australia
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- Centre for Social Research in Health, University of New South Wales, Sydney, NSW, Australia
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Yasuda Y, Ishimaru T, Nagata M, Tateishi S, Eguchi H, Tsuji M, Ogami A, Matsuda S, Fujino Y. A cross-sectional study of infection control measures against COVID-19 and psychological distress among Japanese workers. J Occup Health 2021; 63:e12259. [PMID: 34346135 PMCID: PMC8335571 DOI: 10.1002/1348-9585.12259] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/22/2021] [Revised: 07/10/2021] [Accepted: 07/15/2021] [Indexed: 11/26/2022] Open
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OBJECTIVES This study examined the relationship between the status of infection control efforts against COVID-19 in the workplace and workers' mental health using a large-scale Internet-based study. METHODS This cross-sectional study was based on an Internet monitoring survey conducted during the third wave of the COVID-19 epidemic in Japan. Of the 33 302 people who participated in the survey, 27 036 were included in the analyses. Participants answered whether or not each of 10 different infection control measures was in place at their workplace (eg, wearing masks at all times during working hours). A Kessler 6 (K6) score of ≥13 was defined as mild psychological distress. The odds ratios (ORs) of psychological distress associated with infection control measures at the workplace were estimated using a multilevel logistic model nested in the prefectures of residence. RESULTS The OR of subjects working at facilities with 4 or 5 infection control measures for psychological distress was 1.19 (95% confidence interval [CI]: 1.05-1.34, P = .010), that in facilities with 2 or 3 infection control measures was 1.43 (95% CI: 1.25-1.64, P < .001), and that in facilities with 1 or no infection control measures was 1.87 (95% CI: 1.63-2.14, P < .001) compared to subjects whose workplaces had ≥6 infection control measures. CONCLUSION Our findings suggest that proactive COVID-19 infection control measures can influence the mental health of workers.
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- Yoshino Yasuda
- Department of Environmental EpidemiologyInstitute of Industrial Ecological SciencesUniversity of Occupational and Environmental Health, JapanKitakyushuJapan
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- Department of Environmental EpidemiologyInstitute of Industrial Ecological SciencesUniversity of Occupational and Environmental Health, JapanKitakyushuJapan
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- Department of Occupational Health Practice and ManagementInstitute of Industrial Ecological SciencesUniversity of Occupational and Environmental Health, JapanKitakyushuJapan
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- Department of Occupational MedicineSchool of MedicineUniversity of Occupational and Environmental Health, JapanKitakyushuJapan
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- Department of Mental HealthInstitute of Industrial Ecological SciencesUniversity of Occupational and Environmental Health, JapanKitakyushuJapan
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- Department of Environmental HealthSchool of MedicineUniversity of Occupational and Environmental Health, JapanKitakyushuJapan
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- Department of Work Systems and HealthInstitute of Industrial Ecological SciencesUniversity of Occupational and Environmental Health, JapanKitakyushuJapan
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- Department of Preventive Medicine and Community HealthSchool of MedicineUniversity of Occupational and Environmental Health, JapanKitakyushuJapan
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- Department of Environmental EpidemiologyInstitute of Industrial Ecological SciencesUniversity of Occupational and Environmental Health, JapanKitakyushuJapan
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Alkaff FF, Salamah S, Syamlan AT, Sukmajaya WP, Nugraha RA, Jonatan M, Sulistiawati S. Standard precaution adherence among clinical medical students in HIV and non-HIV ward in Indonesia. JOURNAL OF EDUCATION AND HEALTH PROMOTION 2020; 9:122. [PMID: 32642478 PMCID: PMC7325780 DOI: 10.4103/jehp.jehp_45_20] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/14/2020] [Accepted: 02/01/2020] [Indexed: 06/11/2023]
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INTRODUCTION Health-care workers, especially medical intern, are at risk of exposed to blood and other body fluids in the course of their work. To reduce the risk, standard precaution (SP) is introduced. Among all communicable diseases that could be transmitted, human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) is the most stigmatized disease. However, there are some government hospitals that separated adult HIV patients with other patients to prevent additional infection. This study aims to evaluate the impact of ward separation on SP adherence. MATERIALS AND METHODS This was an observational study conducted in March 2017 in a tertiary referral hospital for the eastern part of Indonesia. The participants were 150 medical students who underwent the past year of their clinical rotation. They were given a three-part questionnaire, consisting of their background, their SP practice in the HIV ward and non-HIV wards, and their perception and attitude regarding SP. McNemar's test and Fisher's exact test were used for the statistical analysis, using SPSS version 23.0 for Windows. RESULTS Participants were more adhered to SP (hand hygiene, wear mask as indicated, and wear glove as indicated) in the HIV ward compare to non-HIV wards (P = 0.002, P = 0.001, and P = 0.001, respectively). Almost all participants were more careful in implementing SP in the HIV ward than in non-HIV wards and were more concerned of getting needlestick injury in the HIV ward than in non-HIV ward. CONCLUSION HIV and non-HIV ward separation negatively impact medical students' SP adherence.
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- Firas Farisi Alkaff
- Department of Pharmacology, Faculty of Medicine Universitas Airlangga, Surabaya, East Java, Indonesia
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- Department of Public Health and Preventive Medicine, Faculty of Medicine Universitas Airlangga, Surabaya, East Java, Indonesia
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- Department of Public Health and Preventive Medicine, Faculty of Medicine Universitas Airlangga, Surabaya, East Java, Indonesia
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- Department of Orthopedics and Traumatology, Faculty of Medicine, Brawijaya University, Malang, Indonesia
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- Department of Cardiology and Vascular Medicine, Faculty of Medicine Universitas Airlangga – Dr. Soetomo General Hospital, Surabaya, East Java, Indonesia
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- Department of Biomedicine, Faculty of Medicine Universitas Airlangga, Surabaya, East Java, Indonesia
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- Department of Public Health and Preventive Medicine, Faculty of Medicine Universitas Airlangga, Surabaya, East Java, Indonesia
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The Lived Experience of Chronic Hepatitis B: A Broader View of Its Impacts and Why We Need a Cure. Viruses 2020; 12:v12050515. [PMID: 32392763 PMCID: PMC7290920 DOI: 10.3390/v12050515] [Citation(s) in RCA: 53] [Impact Index Per Article: 13.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/01/2020] [Revised: 04/25/2020] [Accepted: 05/05/2020] [Indexed: 02/07/2023] Open
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Chronic hepatitis B (CHB) is one of the most widespread liver diseases in the world. It is currently incurable and can lead to liver cirrhosis and cancer. The considerable impacts on society caused by CHB through patient mortality, morbidity, and economic loss are well-recognised in the field. This is, however, a narrow view of the harms, given that people living with CHB can be asymptomatic for the majority of their life-long infection. Of less-appreciated importance are the psychosocial harms, which can continue throughout an affected person's lifetime. Here we review the broad range of these impacts, which include fear and anxiety; financial loss and instability; stigma and discrimination; and rejection by society. Importantly, these directly affect patient diagnosis, management, and treatment. Further, we highlight the roles that the research community can play in taking these factors into account and mitigating them. In particular, the development of a cure for hepatitis B virus infection would alleviate many of the psychosocial impacts of CHB. We conclude that there should be a greater recognition of the full impacts associated with CHB to bring meaningful, effective, and deliverable results to the global community living with hepatitis B.
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Cheng LJ, Lau Y. The state of the evidence for voluntary home-based human immunodeficiency virus counseling and testing in the community: A proposed model for evidence translation. Public Health Nurs 2020; 37:541-559. [PMID: 32323901 DOI: 10.1111/phn.12732] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/30/2019] [Revised: 03/31/2020] [Accepted: 04/06/2020] [Indexed: 01/08/2023]
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BACKGROUND Home-based voluntary human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) counseling and testing (HBVCT) plays a significant role in reducing HIV-related risk-taking behaviors. Adopting evidence-based interventions is essential, but few conceptual models exist to guide the development, implementation, and evaluation of these interventions. AIMS Our proposed model for evidence translation based on evidence review describes the implementation process of HBVCT in the community. MATERIALS AND METHODS Our study adopted the translating research into practice model, which incorporates information needs about the implementation, planning, and execution required for consideration by clinicians. Thirteen systematic reviews published in the English language from January 1, 2000 to February 9, 2020 were retrieved and reviewed from four electronic databases and journals, including EMBASE, PubMed, JBI Database of Systematic Reviews and Implementation Reports, and Cochrane Library. RESULTS The analysis of the review papers based on the phenomenon of interest, results, and the population revealed some distinctions in the number of socioecological levels used by this evidence synthesis. These levels of factors include individual, interpersonal, organizational, community, and public policies. HBVCT is an essential component of HIV prevention programs and a critical entry point for adequate care and treatment. DISCUSSION This collaborative model demonstrates the application of research to a real-world health care setting.
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- Ling Jie Cheng
- Saw Swee Hock School of Public Health, National University of Singapore, Singapore.,Nursing Research Unit, Khoo Teck Puat Hospital, Yishun Health Campus, National Healthcare Group, Singapore
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- Alice Lee Centre for Nursing Studies, Yong Loo Lin School of Medicine, National University of Singapore, Singapore
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van der Scheun FC, Nagelkerke MCM, Kilaru A, Shridhar V, Prasad R, van der Werf TS. Stigma among healthcare workers towards hepatitis B infection in Bangalore, India: a qualitative study. BMC Health Serv Res 2019; 19:736. [PMID: 31640692 PMCID: PMC6805630 DOI: 10.1186/s12913-019-4606-z] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/19/2018] [Accepted: 10/02/2019] [Indexed: 12/24/2022] Open
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BACKGROUND With about 50 million people infected with hepatitis B (HBV) in India the burden of disease is high. Stigma has been identified to have a major negative impact on screening, diagnosis and treatment of hepatitis B patients. The aim of this study was to assess the stigma in nurses and physicians in Bangalore, India; studies on stigma in HBV have only been published outside of India. METHODS Semi-structured in-depth-interviews were conducted in the period of March 20th and April 16th 2018 to study stigma and other problems in the care of hepatitis B patients. Stigma was pragmatically defined as a mark of disgrace associated with having a hepatitis B infection. Thirty physicians and nurses in different clinics and hospitals across the city of Bangalore were selected by purposeful sampling and snowball effect until theoretical saturation was reached. RESULTS The following themes were identified during the interviews: feelings when treating a patient; pregnancy and marriage; confidentiality; morality; improvement in care and the difference with HIV. The most stigma was discovered in the theme morality. The majority of our participants mentioned lack of awareness as biggest obstacle in health care of hepatitis B patients. CONCLUSIONS This is the first qualitative study in India exploring hepatitis B stigma among health care workers. Stigma was found in certain themes, such as morality. Though, no unwillingness to treat was found. There was a general lack of awareness amongst patients according to our participants and could jeopardize proper treatment. These results will further help in developing strategies to tackle hepatitis B in India.
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- F C van der Scheun
- University of Groningen, Faculty of Medical Sciences, Antonius Deusinglaan 1, 9713, AV, Groningen, the Netherlands.
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- University of Groningen, Faculty of Medical Sciences, Antonius Deusinglaan 1, 9713, AV, Groningen, the Netherlands
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- PCMH Restore Health Center, Bangalore, India
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- PCMH Restore Health Center, Bangalore, India
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- PCMH Restore Health Center, Bangalore, India.,Academy of Family Physicians of India (AFPI), Karnataka, India
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- University of Groningen, Faculty of Medical Sciences, Antonius Deusinglaan 1, 9713, AV, Groningen, the Netherlands
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Adjei CA, Stutterheim SE, Naab F, Ruiter RAC. Chronic Hepatitis B stigma in Ghana: a qualitative study with patients and providers. BMJ Open 2019; 9:e025503. [PMID: 31248915 PMCID: PMC6597648 DOI: 10.1136/bmjopen-2018-025503] [Citation(s) in RCA: 19] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/20/2018] [Revised: 05/17/2019] [Accepted: 05/21/2019] [Indexed: 12/12/2022] Open
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OBJECTIVE This study explored beliefs contributing to Hepatitis B stigma, and the ways in which Hepatitis B stigma manifests, from the perspectives of people with chronic Hepatitis B as well as healthcare providers in Northern and Southern Ghana. DESIGN We used an exploratory qualitative design with a purposive sampling technique. Face-to-face interviews and focus group discussions were conducted. Data were processed using QSR Nvivo V.10.0 and analysed using inductive thematic analysis. SETTINGS Participants were recruited from one tertiary and one regional hospital in Ghana between February and November 2017. PARTICIPANTS Overall, 18 people with chronic Hepatitis B (PWHB) and 47 healthcare providers (primary care physicians, nurses and midwives) between the ages of 21 and 57 years participated in the study. RESULTS PWHB face stigma in their sociocultural context and the healthcare environment. Three main beliefs underlying stigma were found: (1) the belief that Hepatitis B is highly contagious; (2) the belief that Hepatitis B is very severe and (3) the belief that Hepatitis B is caused by curses. Stigmatisation manifested as avoidance and social isolation (discrimination). In healthcare settings, stigmatisation manifested as excessive cautiousness, procedure postponement or avoidance, task-shifting and breaches of confidentiality. CONCLUSIONS Given the prevalence of incorrect knowledge, as reflected in the beliefs about Hepatitis B, we recommend public awareness campaigns that emphasise Hepatitis B transmission routes. Also, given the manifestations of the stigma in healthcare settings, we recommend the development and implementation of a continuing professional development programme on Hepatitis B and adjusted policy on Hepatitis B vaccination for Healthcare providers (HCPs).
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- Charles Ampong Adjei
- Community Health Nursing Department, University of Ghana, Accra, Ghana
- Department of Work and Social Psychology, Maastricht University, Maastricht, Netherlands
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- Department of Work and Social Psychology, Maastricht University, Maastricht, Netherlands
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- Department of Maternal and Child Health, University of Ghana, Accra, Ghana
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- Department of Work and Social Psychology, Maastricht University, Maastricht, Netherlands
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Vignier N, Dray Spira R, Pannetier J, Ravalihasy A, Gosselin A, Lert F, Lydie N, Bouchaud O, Desgrees Du Lou A, Chauvin P. Refusal to provide healthcare to sub-Saharan migrants in France: a comparison according to their HIV and HBV status. Eur J Public Health 2019; 28:904-910. [PMID: 29982518 DOI: 10.1093/eurpub/cky118] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/30/2022] Open
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Background In this study, we aim to measure and compare the frequency of reported denial of care in sub-Saharan African migrants living in the Paris area, according to their HIV and HBV status and social and migration characteristics. Methods The ANRS-PARCOURS study is a life-event survey conducted in 2012-13 in healthcare facilities in the Paris area, among three groups of sub-Saharan migrants recruited in primary care centres (N = 760; reference group), in dedicated centres for HIV care (N = 922; HIV group) and in centres for chronic hepatitis B care (N = 777; CHB group). Characteristics associated with refusal of care since arrival in France were identified using a logistic regression model. Results Compared to the reference group (6%, P < 0.001), the reported refusal of care was twice as high in the HIV group (12%) and the CHB group (10%). In the multivariate analysis, men and women living with HIV were at greater risk of being denied care (aOR = 2.20[1.14-4.25] and 2.24[1.25-4.01]). Women covered by the specific health insurance (HI) for precarious or undocumented migrants were also at higher risk (aOR = 2.07[1.10-3.89] and 2.69[1.18-6.10], respectively). The risk was also increased in men who remained for at least one year without permit of residence or without HI and among those who were threatened in their country. Conclusion Refusals to provide healthcare are frequent and deleterious situations especially for migrants living with HIV. Health decision makers, public insurance bodies and health professional councils must address this issue to improve equity in the healthcare system.
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- Nicolas Vignier
- Department of Social Epidemiology, INSERM, Institut Pierre Louis d'Épidémiologie et de Santé Publique (IPLESP), Sorbonne Université, Paris, France.,Department of Infectious and Tropical Diseases, Groupe hospitalier Sud Ile-de-France, Sorbonne Université, Melun, France
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- Department of Social Epidemiology, INSERM, Institut Pierre Louis d'Épidémiologie et de Santé Publique (IPLESP), Sorbonne Université, Paris, France
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- Santé, vulnérabilité et relations de genre (Sagesud), Sorbonne Paris Cités, IRD, CEPED, ERL INSERM 1244 SAGESUD, Université Paris Descartes, Paris, France
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- Santé, vulnérabilité et relations de genre (Sagesud), Sorbonne Paris Cités, IRD, CEPED, ERL INSERM 1244 SAGESUD, Université Paris Descartes, Paris, France
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- Santé, vulnérabilité et relations de genre (Sagesud), Sorbonne Paris Cités, IRD, CEPED, ERL INSERM 1244 SAGESUD, Université Paris Descartes, Paris, France
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- Center for Research in Epidemiology and Population Health (CESP-U 1018), INSERM, Université Paris Sud, Villejuif, France
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- Direction de la prévention et de la promotion de la santé-Unité Santé sexuelle, Santé Publique France, French National Agency of Public Health, Saint-Maurice, France
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- Department of Infectious and Tropical diseases, and Laboratoire Educations et Pratiques de Santé (LEPS EA 3412), Paris 13 University, Avicenne Hospital, Assistance Publique-Hôpitaux de Paris (AP-HP), Bobigny, France
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- Santé, vulnérabilité et relations de genre (Sagesud), Sorbonne Paris Cités, IRD, CEPED, ERL INSERM 1244 SAGESUD, Université Paris Descartes, Paris, France
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- Department of Social Epidemiology, INSERM, Institut Pierre Louis d'Épidémiologie et de Santé Publique (IPLESP), Sorbonne Université, Paris, France
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Ishimaru T, Wada K, Arphorn S, Smith DR. Willingness to care for blood-borne virus-infected patients in Thailand. Occup Med (Lond) 2019. [PMID: 29514281 DOI: 10.1093/occmed/kqy040] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.2] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 01/31/2023] Open
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Background Although stigma and discrimination by nurses against patients infected with human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) or hepatitis C virus (HCV) have been reported, potential determinants of nurses' willingness to care for these patients have not been well studied in Thailand. Aims To identify factors associated with Thai nurses' willingness to care for patients infected with HIV or HCV. Methods Multivariable logistic regression analysis of data from a questionnaire completed by nurses at a large hospital in Bangkok, Thailand. Results Of 626 nurses, 546 (87%) nurses participated. Eleven per cent (59) and 6% (34) had previously experienced HIV- or HCV-infected blood contamination incidents, respectively. Forty-four per cent (240) and 38% (208) reported unwillingness to care for HIV- or HCV-infected patients, respectively. Willingness to care was less common [adjusted odds ratios 0.51 (0.34-0.74) for HIV and 0.62 (0.42-0.89) for HCV] in nurses aged ≥ 40 years and in those who feared HCV [0.63 (0.37-0.99)], but not HIV [0.84 (0.5-1.26)] transmission. Nurses who had confidence in protecting themselves against infection with HIV [1.84 (1.52-2.04)] and HCV [1.87 (1.45-2.18)], and accepting attitudes towards HIV-infected co-workers [1.39 (1.08-1.66)] but not HCV-infected co-workers [1.16 (0.83-1.5)], were more willing to care for HIV- and HCV-infected patients. Conclusions Around 4 in 10 Thai nurses in our sample were unwilling to care for HIV- or HCV-infected patients. Minimizing the risk of nosocomial transmission and improving the public perception of infected individuals may help improve nurses' willingness to care for such patients, in Thailand or elsewhere.
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- T Ishimaru
- Department of Health Management, Nishinihon Occupational Health Service Center, Kitakyushu, Japan
- Department of Occupational Health Practice and Management, Institute of Industrial Ecological Sciences, University of Occupational and Environmental Health, Kitakyushu, Japan
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- Bureau of International Health Cooperation, National Center for Global Health and Medicine, Tokyo, Japan
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- Department of Occupational Health and Safety, Faculty of Public Health, Mahidol University, Bangkok, Thail
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- College of Public Health, Medical and Veterinary Sciences, James Cook University, Townsville, Queensland, Australia
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Nurses knowledge, attitudes and practices towards patients with HIV and AIDS in Kumasi, Ghana. INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF AFRICA NURSING SCIENCES 2019. [DOI: 10.1016/j.ijans.2019.05.001] [Citation(s) in RCA: 7] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/30/2022] Open
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Mokaya J, McNaughton AL, Burbridge L, Maponga T, O'Hara G, Andersson M, Seeley J, Matthews PC. A blind spot? Confronting the stigma of hepatitis B virus (HBV) infection - A systematic review. Wellcome Open Res 2018; 3:29. [PMID: 30483598 PMCID: PMC6234740 DOI: 10.12688/wellcomeopenres.14273.2] [Citation(s) in RCA: 36] [Impact Index Per Article: 6.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Accepted: 08/14/2018] [Indexed: 12/11/2022] Open
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Background: Stigma, poverty, and lack of knowledge present barriers to the diagnosis and treatment of chronic infection, especially in resource-limited settings. Chronic Hepatitis B virus (HBV) infection is frequently asymptomatic, but accounts for a substantial long-term burden of morbidity and mortality. In order to improve the success of diagnostic, treatment and preventive strategies, it is important to recognise, investigate and tackle stigma. We set out to assimilate evidence for the nature and impact of stigma associated with HBV infection, and to suggest ways to tackle this challenge. Methods: We carried out a literature search in PubMed using the search terms ‘hepatitis B’, ‘stigma’ to identify relevant papers published between 2007 and 2017 (inclusive), with a particular focus on Africa. Results: We identified a total of 32 articles, of which only two studies were conducted in Africa. Lack of knowledge of HBV was consistently identified, and in some settings there was no local word to describe HBV infection. There were misconceptions about HBV infection, transmission and treatment. Healthcare workers provided inaccurate information to individuals diagnosed with HBV, and poor understanding resulted in lack of preventive measures. Stigma negatively impacted on help-seeking, screening, disclosure, prevention of transmission, and adherence to treatment, and had potential negative impacts on mental health, wellbeing, employment and relationships. Conclusion: Stigma is a potentially major barrier to the successful implementation of preventive, diagnostic and treatment strategies for HBV infection, and yet we highlight a ‘blind spot’, representing a lack of data and limited recognition of this challenge. There is a need for more research in this area, to identify and evaluate interventions that can be used effectively to tackle stigma, and to inform collaborative efforts between patients, clinical services, policy makers, traditional healers, religious leaders, charity organisations and support groups.
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- Jolynne Mokaya
- Nuffield Department of Medicine, University of Oxford, Peter Medawar Building for Pathogen Research, South Parks Road, Oxford, OX1 3SY, UK
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- Nuffield Department of Medicine, University of Oxford, Peter Medawar Building for Pathogen Research, South Parks Road, Oxford, OX1 3SY, UK
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- Department of Gastroenterology, Oxford University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust, Oxford, UK
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- Department of Virology, University of Stellenbosch, Tygerberg Hospital, Bellville, Cape Town , 7500, South Africa
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- Faculty of Infectious and Tropical Diseases, London School of Hygiene and Tropical Medicine, Keppel Street, London, WC1E 7HT, UK
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- Department of Infectious Diseases and Microbiology, Oxford University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust, John Radcliffe Hospital, Headley Way, Oxford, OX1 3SY, UK
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- Department of Global Health and Development, London School of Hygiene and Tropical Medicine, Keppel Street, London, WC1E 7HT, UK.,Medical Research Council/Uganda Virus Research Institute and London School of Hygiene and Tropical Medicine, Uganda Research Unit, 51/59 Nakiwogo Rd, Entebbe, Uganda
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- Nuffield Department of Medicine, University of Oxford, Peter Medawar Building for Pathogen Research, South Parks Road, Oxford, OX1 3SY, UK.,Department of Infectious Diseases and Microbiology, Oxford University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust, John Radcliffe Hospital, Headley Way, Oxford, OX1 3SY, UK
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Mokaya J, McNaughton AL, Burbridge L, Maponga T, O'Hara G, Andersson M, Seeley J, Matthews PC. A blind spot? Confronting the stigma of hepatitis B virus (HBV) infection - A systematic review. Wellcome Open Res 2018; 3:29. [PMID: 30483598 DOI: 10.12688/wellcomeopenres.14273.1] [Citation(s) in RCA: 40] [Impact Index Per Article: 6.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Accepted: 03/12/2018] [Indexed: 12/13/2022] Open
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Background: Stigma, poverty, and lack of knowledge present barriers to the diagnosis and treatment of chronic infection, especially in resource-limited settings. Chronic Hepatitis B virus (HBV) infection is frequently asymptomatic, but accounts for a substantial long-term burden of morbidity and mortality. In order to improve the success of diagnostic, treatment and preventive strategies, it is important to recognise, investigate and tackle stigma. We set out to assimilate evidence for the nature and impact of stigma associated with HBV infection, and to suggest ways to tackle this challenge. Methods: We carried out a literature search in PubMed using the search terms 'hepatitis B', 'stigma' to identify relevant papers published between 2007 and 2017 (inclusive), with a particular focus on Africa. Results: We identified a total of 32 articles, of which only two studies were conducted in Africa. Lack of knowledge of HBV was consistently identified, and in some settings there was no local word to describe HBV infection. There were misconceptions about HBV infection, transmission and treatment. Healthcare workers provided inaccurate information to individuals diagnosed with HBV, and poor understanding resulted in lack of preventive measures. Stigma negatively impacted on help-seeking, screening, disclosure, prevention of transmission, and adherence to treatment, and had potential negative impacts on mental health, wellbeing, employment and relationships. Conclusion: Stigma is a potentially major barrier to the successful implementation of preventive, diagnostic and treatment strategies for HBV infection, and yet we highlight a 'blind spot', representing a lack of data and limited recognition of this challenge. There is a need for more research in this area, to identify and evaluate interventions that can be used effectively to tackle stigma, and to inform collaborative efforts between patients, clinical services, policy makers, traditional healers, religious leaders, charity organisations and support groups.
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- Jolynne Mokaya
- Nuffield Department of Medicine, University of Oxford, Peter Medawar Building for Pathogen Research, South Parks Road, Oxford, OX1 3SY, UK
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- Nuffield Department of Medicine, University of Oxford, Peter Medawar Building for Pathogen Research, South Parks Road, Oxford, OX1 3SY, UK
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- Department of Gastroenterology, Oxford University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust, Oxford, UK
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- Department of Virology, University of Stellenbosch, Tygerberg Hospital, Bellville, Cape Town , 7500, South Africa
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- Faculty of Infectious and Tropical Diseases, London School of Hygiene and Tropical Medicine, Keppel Street, London, WC1E 7HT, UK
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- Department of Infectious Diseases and Microbiology, Oxford University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust, John Radcliffe Hospital, Headley Way, Oxford, OX1 3SY, UK
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- Department of Global Health and Development, London School of Hygiene and Tropical Medicine, Keppel Street, London, WC1E 7HT, UK.,Medical Research Council/Uganda Virus Research Institute and London School of Hygiene and Tropical Medicine, Uganda Research Unit, 51/59 Nakiwogo Rd, Entebbe, Uganda
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- Nuffield Department of Medicine, University of Oxford, Peter Medawar Building for Pathogen Research, South Parks Road, Oxford, OX1 3SY, UK.,Department of Infectious Diseases and Microbiology, Oxford University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust, John Radcliffe Hospital, Headley Way, Oxford, OX1 3SY, UK
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Ishimaru T, Wada K, Smith DR. A consensus for occupational health management of healthcare workers infected with human immunodeficiency virus, hepatitis B virus, and / or hepatitis C virus. J Occup Health 2017; 59:304-308. [PMID: 28381816 PMCID: PMC5478506 DOI: 10.1539/joh.16-0275-op] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/26/2022] Open
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Occupational health management plays an important role in the prevention of provider-to-patient transmission in healthcare workers infected with human immunodeficiency virus (HIV), hepatitis B virus (HBV), and/or hepatitis C virus (HCV). Therefore, the Japan Society for Occupational Health's Research Group on Occupational Health for Health Care Workers has proposed a consensus for the management of healthcare workers infected with HIV, HBV, and/or HCV based on recent evidence for each concerned group. The consensus recommends that: (1) employers in medical institutions should establish a policy of respecting the human rights of healthcare workers, management strategies for occupational blood exposure, and occupational health consultation; (2) occupational health staff should appropriately assess the risk of provider-to-patient transmission of HIV, HBV, and/or HCV infection and rearrange their tasks if necessary. When conducting risk assessment, occupational health staff should obtain informed consent and then cooperate with the physician in charge as well as infection control experts in the workplace; (3) healthcare workers infected with HIV, HBV, and/or HCV should disclose their employment to their treating physician and consult with their doctor regarding the need for special considerations at work; and (4) supervisors and colleagues in medical institutions should correctly understand the risks of HIV, HBV, and HCV infection and should not engage in any behavior that leads to discrimination against colleagues infected with HIV, HBV, and/or HCV.
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- Tomohiro Ishimaru
- Department of Health Management, Nishinihon Occupational Health Service Center.,Occupational Health Training Center, University of Occupational and Environmental Health.,The Research Group on Occupational Health for Health Care Workers, Japan Society for Occupational Health
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- The Research Group on Occupational Health for Health Care Workers, Japan Society for Occupational Health.,Bureau of International Health Cooperation, National Center for Global Health and Medicine
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- College of Public Health, Medical and Veterinary Sciences, James Cook University
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Ishimaru T, Wada K, Hoang HTX, Bui ATM, Nguyen HD, Le H, Smith DR. Nurses' willingness to care for patients infected with HIV or Hepatitis B / C in Vietnam. Environ Health Prev Med 2017; 22:9. [PMID: 29165125 PMCID: PMC5664450 DOI: 10.1186/s12199-017-0614-y] [Citation(s) in RCA: 17] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/19/2016] [Accepted: 03/04/2017] [Indexed: 11/10/2022] Open
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OBJECTIVES This study examined the factors associated with nurses' willingness to care for patients infected with human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) or hepatitis B or C virus (HBV/HCV) in Vietnam. METHODS A cross-section of 400 Vietnamese nurses from two hospitals were selected using stratified random sampling, to whom a self-administered questionnaire was administered which included demographic items, previous experience with patients infected with HIV or HBV/HCV, and their attitudes toward these patients. Data was analyzed using descriptive statistics and multiple logistic regression. RESULTS The lifetime prevalence of needlestick or sharps injury whilst caring for a patient infected with HIV or HBV/HCV was 9 and 15.8%, respectively. The majority of participants expressed a willingness to care for patients infected with HIV (55.8%) or HBV/HCV (73.3%). Willingness to care for HIV-infected patients was positively associated with being 40-49 years of age and confidence in protecting themselves against infection. Regarding HBV/HCV infection, willingness to care was positively associated with individual confidence in protecting themselves against infection. CONCLUSIONS This study revealed that Vietnamese nurses were somewhat willing to care for patients infected with HIV or HBV/HCV, and this was associated with individual confidence in protecting themselves against infection and with negative attitudes towards HIV and HBV/HCV. Establishing a positive safety culture and providing appropriate professional education to help reduce the stigma towards infected patients offers an effective way forwards to improve quality of care in Vietnam, as elsewhere.
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- Tomohiro Ishimaru
- Department of Occupational Health and Safety, Faculty of Public Health, Mahidol University, Bangkok, Thailand.,Occupational Health Training Center, University of Occupational and Environmental Health, Kitakyushu, Japan
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- Bureau of International Health Cooperation, National Center for Global Health and Medicine, Tokyo, Japan.
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- Department of Infection Control, Faculty of Nursing, Thanh Tay University, Hanoi, Vietnam
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- Department of Hospital Management, Health Management Training Institute, Hanoi University of Public Health, Hanoi, Vietnam
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- Dong Da Hospital, Hanoi, Vietnam
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- College of Public Health, Medical and Veterinary Sciences, James Cook University, Townsville, Australia
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He L, Lu Z, Huang J, Zhou Y, Huang J, Bi Y, Li J. An Integrated Intervention for Increasing Clinical Nurses' Knowledge of HIV/AIDS-Related Occupational Safety. INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF ENVIRONMENTAL RESEARCH AND PUBLIC HEALTH 2016; 13:ijerph13111094. [PMID: 27828002 PMCID: PMC5129304 DOI: 10.3390/ijerph13111094] [Citation(s) in RCA: 5] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.6] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/08/2016] [Revised: 10/27/2016] [Accepted: 10/31/2016] [Indexed: 12/28/2022]
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Background: Approximately 35 new HIV (Human Immunodeficiency Virus, HIV) cases and at least 1000 serious infections are transmitted annually to health care workers. In China, HIV prevalence is increasing and nursing personnel are encountering these individuals more than in the past. Contaminated needle-stick injuries represent a significant occupational burden for nurses. Evidence suggests that nurses in China may not fully understand HIV/AIDS (Acquired immunodeficiency syndrome, AIDS) and HIV-related occupational safety. At this time, universal protection precautions are not strictly implemented in Chinese hospitals. Lack of training may place nurses at risk for occupational exposure to blood-borne pathogens. Objectives: To assess the effectiveness of integrated interventions on nurses’ knowledge improvement about reducing the risk of occupationally acquired HIV infection. Methods: We audited integrated interventions using 300 questionnaires collected from nurses at the Affiliated Hospital of Xiangnan University, a public polyclinic in Hunan Province. The intervention studied was multifaceted and included appropriate and targeted training content for hospital, department and individual levels. After three months of occupational safety integrated interventions, 234 participants who completed the program were assessed. Results: Of the subjects studied, 94.3% (283/300) were injured one or more times by medical sharp instruments or splashed by body fluids in the last year and 95.3% considered their risk of occupational exposure high or very high. After the intervention, awareness of HIV/AIDS-related knowledge improved significantly (χ2 = 86.34, p = 0.00), and correct answers increased from 67.9% to 82.34%. Correct answers regarding risk perception were significantly different between pre-test (54.4%) and post-test (66.6%) (χ2 = 73.2, p = 0.00). When coming into contact with patient body fluids and blood only 24.0% of subjects used gloves regularly. The pre-test knowledge scores on universal precautions were relatively high. Correct answers about universal precautions improved significantly from pre-test (83.71%) to post-test (89.58%; χ2 = 25.00, p = 0.00). After the intervention, nurses’ attitude scores improved significantly from pre-test (3.80 ± 0.79) to post-test (4.06 ± 0.75; t = 3.74, p = 0.00). Conclusions: Integrated educational interventions enhance nurses’ knowledge of risk reduction for occupationally acquired HIV infections and improve the observance of universal precautionary procedures. This enhancement allows nurses to assume a teaching role for prevention and management of HIV/AIDS.
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- Liping He
- School of Public Health, Wuhan University, Wuhan 430072, China.
- School of Public Health, Xiangnan University, Chenzhou 423000, China.
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- Department of Radiology, Zhongnan Hospital of Wuhan University, Wuchang District, Wuhan 430072, China.
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- The Affiliated Hospital of Xiangnan University, Chenzhou 423000, China.
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- School of Public Health, Xiangnan University, Chenzhou 423000, China.
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- Chenzhou City Center for Disease Control and Prevention, Chenzhou 423000, China.
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- School of Public Health, Wuhan University, Wuhan 430072, China.
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- School of Public Health, Xiangnan University, Chenzhou 423000, China.
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