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Tang X, Chen SQ, Huang JH, Deng CF, Zou JQ, Zuo J. Assessing the current situation and the influencing factors affecting perceived stigma among older patients after leukemia diagnosis. World J Psychiatry 2024; 14:812-821. [PMID: 38984333 PMCID: PMC11230094 DOI: 10.5498/wjp.v14.i6.812] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/20/2024] [Revised: 04/13/2024] [Accepted: 04/25/2024] [Indexed: 06/19/2024] Open
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BACKGROUND Psychological problems are becoming increasingly prominent among older patients with leukemia, with patients potentially facing stigmatization after diagnosis. However, there is limited research on the stigma experienced by these patients and the factors that may contribute to it. AIM To investigate the stigma faced by older patients after being diagnosed with leukemia and to analyze the potential influencing factors. METHODS A retrospective analysis was conducted using clinical data obtained from questionnaire surveys, interviews, and the medical records of older patients with leukemia admitted to the Hengyang Medical School from June 2020 to June 2023. The data obtained included participants' basic demographic information, medical history, leukemia type, family history of leukemia, average monthly family income, pension, and tendency to conceal illness. The Chinese versions of the Social Impact Scale (SIS), Perceived Social Support Scale (PSSS), Self-Rating Anxiety Scale (SAS), and Self-Rating Depression Scale (SDS) were used to assess indicators related to stigma, social support, and mental health status. We used Pearson's correlation coefficient to analyze the strength and direction of the relationship between the scores of each scale, and regression analysis to explore the factors related to the stigma of older patients with leukemia after diagnosis. RESULTS Data from 120 patients with leukemia aged 65-80 years were analyzed. The total score on the SIS and PSSS was 43.60 ± 4.07 and 37.06 ± 2.87, respectively. The SAS score was 58.35 ± 8.32 and the SDS score was 60.58 ± 5.97. The stigma experienced by older leukemia patients was negatively correlated with social support (r = -0.691, P < 0.05) and positively correlated with anxiety and depression (r = 0.506, 0.382, P < 0.05). Age, education level, smoking status, average monthly family income, pension, and tendency to conceal illness were significantly associated with the participants' level of stigma (P < 0.05). Age, smoking status, social support, anxiety, and depression were predictive factors of stigmatization among older leukemia patients after diagnosis (all P < 0.05), with a coefficient of determination (R2) of 0.644 and an adjusted R2 of 0.607. CONCLUSION Older patients commonly experience stigmatization after being diagnosed with leukemia. Factors such as age, smoking status, social support, and psychological well-being may influence older patients' reported experience of stigma.
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- Xuan Tang
- Department of Neurology, Hengyang Medical School, University of South China, Hengyang 421001, Hunan Province, China
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- Department of Neurology, Hengyang Medical School, University of South China, Hengyang 421001, Hunan Province, China
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- Department of Neurology, Hengyang Medical School, University of South China, Hengyang 421001, Hunan Province, China
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- Department of Neurology, Hengyang Medical School, University of South China, Hengyang 421001, Hunan Province, China
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- Department of Neurology, Hengyang Medical School, University of South China, Hengyang 421001, Hunan Province, China
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- Department of Hematology, Hengyang Medical School, University of South China, Hengyang 421001, Hunan Province, China
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Alemu A, Meskele M, Darebo TD, Beyene Handiso T, Abebe A, Paulos K. Perceived HIV Stigma and Associated Factors Among Adult ART Patients in Wolaita Zone, Southern Ethiopia. HIV/AIDS - RESEARCH AND PALLIATIVE CARE 2022; 14:487-501. [DOI: 10.2147/hiv.s372738] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/28/2022] [Accepted: 10/30/2022] [Indexed: 11/09/2022]
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Muluneh AG, Merid MW, Kassa GM, Bitew DA, Ferede MG. Hotspots and determinants of women's discriminatory attitude towards people living with HIV; evidence from ethiopian demographic and health survey data. BMC Womens Health 2022; 22:420. [PMID: 36271378 PMCID: PMC9587567 DOI: 10.1186/s12905-022-01997-3] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/05/2022] [Accepted: 10/04/2022] [Indexed: 11/05/2022] Open
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Background Human Immunodeficiency Virus (HIV) is the major public health concern in Ethiopia with more profound effect on women. Discriminatory attitude towards people living with HIV (PLWH) impose a significant impact on patient outcomes and related issues. Hence, this study aimed to investigate the hotspot areas and determinant factors of women’s discriminatory attitude towards people living with HIV. Methods An in-depth secondary data analysis was conducted based on Ethiopian demographic and health survey (EDHS) 2016. A total of weighed 13,822 reproductive-age women were included in the analysis. The non-spatial analysis was conducted using Stata 16. A mixed effect multi-level logistic regression model was fitted to identify determinant factors of discriminatory attitude towards PLWH. A p-value < 0.2 and 0.05 were used as a cut-off point to declare statistical significance for the bi- and multi-variable regression models, respectively. Four separate models i.e. the null, individual, community level model, and a fourth combined model were fitted. Model comparison was done using deviance. Random effect parameters such as correlation coefficient, median odds ratio, and proportional change in variance were used to explain the variation between and within clusters. Global and local level spatial analyses were conducted using Global Moran’s index, GetisOrd Gi* statistics, and Spatial scan statistics were conducted. Results The magnitude of women’s discriminatory attitude towards PLWH was 62.66% (95%CI: 60.12, 65.10). The discriminatory attitude of women towards PLWH was spatially clustered (Moran’s index = 0.41, P < 0.01). The hotspots of discriminatory attitude towards PLWH were detected in most parts of the Tigray region; Northern, and southeast borders of the Amhara region; Addis Ababa city; Central, Southern, and western Oromiya region; and East, south, and northeastern parts of South Nations, Nationalities and Peoples Region (SNNPR). Being rural resident, and having no media exposure were positively associated while better educational statuses, better wealth index, unmarried, having comprehensive HIV knowledge, Orthodox religion fellow, and ever being tested for HIV were negatively associated with women’s discriminatory attitude towards people living with HIV. Conclusion Discriminatory attitude of women towards PLWH was high in Ethiopia. Hotspots were detected in Amhara, Oromiya, SNNPR, Tigray regions, and Addis Ababa city. Socio-demographic, socio-economic, and HIV knowledge-related factors determine the women’s discriminatory attitude towards PLWH.
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- Atalay Goshu Muluneh
- grid.59547.3a0000 0000 8539 4635Department of Epidemiology and Biostatistics, Institute of Public health, college of medicine and Health sciences, University of Gondar, Gondar, Ethiopia
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- grid.59547.3a0000 0000 8539 4635Department of Epidemiology and Biostatistics, Institute of Public health, college of medicine and Health sciences, University of Gondar, Gondar, Ethiopia
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- grid.59547.3a0000 0000 8539 4635Department of Epidemiology and Biostatistics, Institute of Public health, college of medicine and Health sciences, University of Gondar, Gondar, Ethiopia
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- grid.59547.3a0000 0000 8539 4635Department of Reproductive health, Institute of Public health, College of medicine and Health sciences, University of Gondar, Gondar, Ethiopia
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- grid.59547.3a0000 0000 8539 4635Departments of Human Anatomy, College of Medicine and Health Sciences, University of Gondar, Gondar, Ethiopia
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Perceived Stigma and Its Association with Gender and Disclosure Status among People Living with HIV/AIDS and Attending Antiretroviral Therapy Clinics in Ethiopia: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis. AIDS Res Treat 2022; 2022:3246249. [PMID: 35846569 PMCID: PMC9287106 DOI: 10.1155/2022/3246249] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/18/2021] [Revised: 06/23/2022] [Accepted: 06/24/2022] [Indexed: 11/21/2022] Open
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Background The psychological experience of being rejected, blamed, and ashamed in relation to a recognized medical disease is known as perceived stigma. It has a close connection to psychological health and therapy afterward. To the best of our knowledge, there has not been any national systematic review and meta-analysis research on this topic. Therefore, we conducted this analysis to thoroughly evaluate the pooled prevalence of perceived stigma among HIV/AIDS patients in Ethiopia who are receiving antiretroviral therapy and its relationship to gender differences and disclosure status. Method We investigated the eight databases for quantitative Ethiopian studies published in English from 2008 to 2021 that looked at the relationship between felt stigma, gender, and disclosure status. To meet the statistical requirements of a systematic review and meta-analysis analysis, the random effect model for pooled prevalence of perceived stigma, log odds ratio for associated variables, I-squared statistics for heterogeneity, and Egger's test for publication bias were implemented. The Joanna Briggs Institute Meta-Analysis of Statistics Assessment and Review Instrument's standard data extraction method was performed to collect the necessary data, and STATA-14 statistical software was used for analysis. Result A total of 8 cross-sectional Ethiopian studies with 3,857 participants were integrated into this systematic review and meta-analysis study. The pooled prevalence of perceived stigma among people living with HIV/AIDS and attending antiretroviral therapy in Ethiopia was OR = 50.36% (95% CI: (40.71, 60.00), I2 = 97.3%, p=0.000 ). The pooled odds ratio of being male was 0.95 (95% CI: 0.53, 1.68, I2 = 86.7%, p=0.000) and disclosure status was 0.84 (95% CI: 0.09, 7.89, I2 = 97.9%, p=0.000). Conclusion In this study, half of the participants encountered stigma. There was no statistically significant correlation between gender difference, disclosure status, and the perception of stigma. To address the mental and psychological issues of people living with HIV/AIDS, it is necessary to look into other factors that influence perceived stigma. It is recommended to screen for and treat perceived stigma with prompt examination and follow-up.
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Stigma and related influencing factors in postoperative oral cancer patients in China: a cross-sectional study. Support Care Cancer 2022; 30:5449-5458. [PMID: 35305161 DOI: 10.1007/s00520-022-06962-2] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/22/2021] [Accepted: 03/07/2022] [Indexed: 10/18/2022]
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PURPOSE To examine the level of stigma and identify its influencing factors among postoperative oral cancer patients in China. METHODS In total, 274 postoperative oral cancer patients were recruited from a Grade A Tertiary Hospital in China using convenience sampling methods. Patients completed the Social Impact Scale (SIS), Medical Coping Mode Questionnaire (MCMQ), Social Support Rating Scale (SSRS), and General Self-efficacy Scale (GSE). RESULTS Stigma reported by postoperative oral cancer patients was moderate (50.17 ± 21.24). Stepped multiple linear regression showed that the related factors influencing their feelings of stigma were educational level (β = - 0.110, P = 0.001), smoking (β = - 0.152, P < 0.001), betel quid (β = - 0.120, P = 0.001), tumor location (β = - 0.390, P < 0.001), tumor stage (β = 0.219, P < 0.001), self-efficacy (β = - 0.253, P < 0.001), and confrontation (β = - 0.117, P = 0.001) and avoidance (β = 0.123, P < 0.001), which explained 74.2% of the total variation in stigma (F = 99.378, P < 0.001). CONCLUSIONS Stigma was positively predicted by tumor stage and avoidance but negatively predicted by education level, smoking, betel quid, tumor location, confrontation, and self-efficacy. Further work should focus on developing interventions to reduce stigma by improving protective factors and decreasing risk factors.
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Bayisa L, Wakuma B, Abera T, Mulisa D, Mosisa G, Tolossa T, Turi E. Are the Things Told to Care Providers Kept Confidential?: Perceived Breaches of Confidentiality and Associated Factors Among HIV/AIDS Clients on ART at Nekemte Specialized Hospital, Western Ethiopia, 2021. HIV AIDS (Auckl) 2022; 14:1-12. [PMID: 35068941 PMCID: PMC8769208 DOI: 10.2147/hiv.s350091] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/18/2021] [Accepted: 12/30/2021] [Indexed: 11/23/2022] Open
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Introduction HIV clients’ mistrust in providers’ handling of their medical information can be a reason for them not to utilize services. Compromised confidentiality of HIV clients can affect the entire community, as other people may become reluctant to seek HIV testing and counseling. In Ethiopia, there are few data on perceived breaches of confidentiality among HIV/AIDS clients. Thus, this study aimed to assess perceived breaches of confidentiality and associated factors among people living with HIV (PLHIV) on anti-retroviral therapy (ART) at Nekemte Specialized Hospital, Western Ethiopia. Methods A facility-based cross-sectional study was conducted among 423 HIV/AIDS clients at Nekemte Specialized Hospital from January 15 to February 20, 2021. Data were collected by an investigator-administered questionnaire. Collected data were entered into EpiData version 3.1, and Stata version 14.0 was used for analysis. Bivariable and multivariable logistic regression analyses were performed. Variables with a P-value of <0.2 in the bivariable analysis were exported to the multivariable analysis. Adjusted odds ratios (AORs) with 95% confidence intervals (CIs) and P-values of <0.05 were used to report significantly associated variables. Results A total of 423 PLHIV were included in the study. Nearly one-fourth of the respondents (23.60%) had perceived breaches of confidentiality (95% CI 19.8–27.9%). Delayed ART start [(AOR 1.97) 95% CI (1.05–3.71)], being female [(AOR 4.03) 95% CI (2.14–7.59)], being widowed [(AOR 4.11) 95% CI (1.50–11.20)], college education and above [(AOR 10.89) 95% CI (3.93–30.14)], normal BMI [(AOR 2.72) 95% CI (1.06–6.99)], substance use [(AOR 1.93) 95% CI (1.04–3.58)], not knowing other ART user(s) [(AOR 2.89) 95% CI (1.53–5.47)], and CD4 count ≤200 cells/mm3 [(AOR 2.63) 95% CI (1.22–5.68)] were significantly associated variables. Conclusion One in four HIV/AIDS clients reported experiencing perceived breaches of confidentiality. Thus, early ART initiation, further HIV serostatus disclosure, and encouraging patients to decide on the type of care and information they want need to be strengthened in order to reduce breaches of confidentiality.
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- Lami Bayisa
- Department of Nursing, School of Nursing and Midwifery, Institute of Health Sciences, Wollega University, Nekemte, Ethiopia
- Correspondence: Lami Bayisa Department of Nursing, School of Nursing and Midwifery, Institute of Health Sciences, Wollega University, PO Box 395, Nekemte, EthiopiaTel +251924318135 Email
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- Department of Pediatric Nursing, School of Nursing and Midwifery, Institute of Health Sciences, Wollega University, Nekemte, Ethiopia
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- Department of Nursing, School of Nursing and Midwifery, Institute of Health Sciences, Wollega University, Nekemte, Ethiopia
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- Department of Nursing, School of Nursing and Midwifery, Institute of Health Sciences, Wollega University, Nekemte, Ethiopia
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- Department of Nursing, School of Nursing and Midwifery, Institute of Health Sciences, Wollega University, Nekemte, Ethiopia
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- Department of Public Health, Institute of Health Sciences, Wollega University, Nekemte, Ethiopia
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- Department of Public Health, Institute of Health Sciences, Wollega University, Nekemte, Ethiopia
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Chekole YA, Tarekegn D. HIV-related perceived stigma and associated factors among patients with HIV, Dilla, Ethiopia: A cross-sectional study. Ann Med Surg (Lond) 2021; 71:102921. [PMID: 34691447 PMCID: PMC8515236 DOI: 10.1016/j.amsu.2021.102921] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/01/2021] [Revised: 10/02/2021] [Accepted: 10/03/2021] [Indexed: 10/26/2022] Open
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Introduction Understanding HIV-related perceived stigma has importance in improving the quality of patients and provides a better tackling of HIV stigma. Therefore; the study aimed to assess the prevalence and associated factors of perceived stigma among Patients with HIV attending the clinic at Dilla University Referral Hospital in Ethiopia 2019. Method In this Institution based cross-sectional study, a 10-item perceived HIV stigma scale was used to assess HIV-related perceived stigma. Oslo social support scale was used to assess social support related factors. Bivariate and multivariate binary logistic analysis was done to identify associated factors to HIV-related perceived stigma. Results The prevalence of HIV-related perceived stigma by using perceived HIV stigma scale among patients with living HIV was 42.7%. Patients who are age groups 25-30 years (AOR = 2.8, 95% CI: 5.72-11.5), age groups 31-39 years (AOR = 1.11, 95% CI: 1.26,4.65), Females (AOR = 2.4, 95% CI: 1.28-4.33), divorced marital status (AOR = 8.9, 95% CI: 3.52-10.61), widowed marital status (AOR = 3.0, 95% CI: 2.74-7.60), Primary educational status (AOR = 7.5,95% CI: 3.45-9.74) and Study participants those who use alcohol (AOR = 1.0 95% CI: 1.57-2.11) were more likely to have HIV-related perceived stigma. Conclusion This calls a holistic approach to the prevention and intervention of HIV-related perceived stigma. Emphasis should also be given for HIV-related perceived stigma. Registration This study was registered research registry with the registration number (researchregistry7112).
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- Yigrem Ali Chekole
- Department of Psychiatry, College of Health Science and Medicine, Dilla University, Dilla, Ethiopia
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- Department of Midwifery, College of Health Science and Medicine, Dilla University, Dilla, Ethiopia
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Damtie Y, Kefale B, Yalew M, Arefaynie M, Adane B, Edmealem A, Andualem A. Depressive symptoms and associated factors among HIV positive patients attending public health facilities of Dessie town: A cross-sectional study. PLoS One 2021; 16:e0255824. [PMID: 34352017 PMCID: PMC8341501 DOI: 10.1371/journal.pone.0255824] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/05/2021] [Accepted: 07/23/2021] [Indexed: 11/18/2022] Open
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BACKGROUND Depressive symptoms are the most common psychiatric complication of Human Immunodeficiency Virus (HIV) infection. They are associated with poor drug adherence, treatment failure, and increase the risk for suicide. There was limited evidence of depressive symptoms among HIV-positive patients in the study area. So, this study aimed to determine the prevalence of depressive symptoms and associated factors among HIV-positive patients attending public health facilities of Dessie town, North-central Ethiopia, 2019. METHOD A cross-sectional study was conducted on 380 HIV-positive patients attending ART clinics in Dessie town, North-central Ethiopia, 2019. Samples were selected using systematic random sampling and the data were collected by using structured, pretested, and interviewer-administered questionnaires. Patient Health Questionnaire (PHQ-9) at a cut-off point of 5 was used to assess depressive symptoms. The data were entered by Epi data version 3.1 and analyzed by SPSS version 25. A binary logistic regression model was used to identify factors associated with depressive symptoms. The Adjusted Odds Ratio (AOR) along with a 95% Confidence Interval (CI) was estimated to measure the association. The level of significance was declared at a p-value of less than 0.05. RESULT The prevalence of depressive symptoms among HIV positive patients was 15.5% (95% CI: (12.4%, 19.2%)). Age 40-49 years compared to 30-39 years (AOR = 2.96, 95% CI: (1.01, 8.68)), age ≥50 years compared to 30-39 years (AOR = 3.81, 95% CI: (1.05, 13.8)), having perceived stigma (AOR = 10.2, 95%CI: (4.26, 24.4)) taking medication other than Antiretroviral Therapy (ART) (AOR = 2.58, 95% CI: (1.25, 5.33)) and history of opportunistic infections (AOR = 5.17, 95% CI: (1.31, 20.4)) were factors associated with depressive symptoms. CONCLUSION The prevalence of depressive symptoms was low compared to previous studies. Age, perceived stigma, taking medication other than ART, and history of opportunistic infections were factors associated with depressive symptoms. Health education and counseling programs should be strengthened and target older patients, patients who took medications other than ART, patients who experienced perceived stigma and patients with a history of history opportunistic infections.
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- Yitayish Damtie
- Department of Reproductive and Family Health, School of Public Health, College of Medicine and Health Sciences, Wollo University, Dessi, Ethiopia
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- Department of Reproductive and Family Health, School of Public Health, College of Medicine and Health Sciences, Wollo University, Dessi, Ethiopia
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- Department of Reproductive and Family Health, School of Public Health, College of Medicine and Health Sciences, Wollo University, Dessi, Ethiopia
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- Department of Reproductive and Family Health, School of Public Health, College of Medicine and Health Sciences, Wollo University, Dessi, Ethiopia
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- Department of Epidemiology and Biostatistics, School of Public Health, College of Medicine and Health Sciences, Wollo University, Dessi, Ethiopia
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- Department of Adult Health Nursing, School of Nursing and Midwifery, College of Medicine and Health Science, Wollo University, Dessi, Ethiopia
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- Department of Adult Health Nursing, School of Nursing and Midwifery, College of Medicine and Health Science, Wollo University, Dessi, Ethiopia
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Psychosocial factors of stigma and relationship to healthcare services among adolescents living with HIV/AIDS in Kano state, Nigeria. Heliyon 2021; 7:e06687. [PMID: 33912701 PMCID: PMC8065261 DOI: 10.1016/j.heliyon.2021.e06687] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/21/2020] [Revised: 01/27/2021] [Accepted: 03/30/2021] [Indexed: 11/21/2022] Open
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Background Stigma associated with HIV shapes all aspect of prevention and treatment, yet there are limited data on how HIV-infected adolescents are affected by stigma. Stigma increases risk of psychological problems among HIV-infected individuals which can affect access to treatment and social support services. This study aimed at identifying psychosocial factors of stigma and relationship to healthcare services among adolescents on antiretroviral therapy (ART) in Gwale Local Government Area (LGA) of Kano state, Nigeria. Methods A facility-based cross-sectional survey was carried out from January 26 to February 28, 2020 across six health facilities providing ART service in Gwale local government. A structured interviewer-administered questionnaire was used to collect the data. ART clients attending clinics were interviewed following an informed consent. Descriptive statistics was used to summarize the data and results are presented using simple frequency tables and percentages. Upon completion of univariate analysis, the data was analyzed at the bivariate level using chi-square test to determine associations between different variables. Results One hundred and eight (108) clients voluntarily participated in the study of which 54 (50%) are male respondents and 54 (50%) are female respondents. Under the internalized stigma item, 67% of HIV-infected adolescents who have lost their father or mother to AIDS reported feeling less valuable than other children who are not infected with HIV. Under the perceived stigma items, 86% of participants who have lost their father or mother to AIDS reported to have excluded themselves from health services and social activities in the last twelve months due to fear of being insulted. Under the experienced stigma items, 62% of participants who have lost their father or mother to AIDS reported to have been avoided by friends and colleagues in the last twelve months. Conclusion The study revealed that loss of intimate relation (father or mother) to AIDS and equal treatment with other HIV negative siblings were found to be significantly associated with the three forms of stigma (internalized stigma, perceived stigma, and experienced stigma) including access to healthcare services. There is a need for social and psychological support programs among HIV-infected adolescents.
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Indriastuti NA, Ayuningtyas R. Discriminatory Behavior among People Living with Human Immunodeficiency Virus/Acquired Immune Deficiency Syndrome against Adherence to Antiretroviral Treatment. Open Access Maced J Med Sci 2021. [DOI: 10.3889/oamjms.2021.5803] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/05/2022] Open
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BACKGROUND: Globally, human immunodeficiency virus/acquired immune deficiency syndrome (HIV/AIDS) is a serious health issue, as the number of sufferers increases from year to year. As there are many HIV/AIDS cases, antiretroviral treatment (ART) regimens’ success is determined by the high adherence of people living with HIV/AIDS (PLWHA) undergoing a treatment regimen. PLWHA adherence in undergoing ART regimens can be influenced by discriminatory behavior toward them.
AIM: This study aims to identify discriminatory behavior in PLWHA toward adherence to ART in Yogyakarta.
METHODS: This research used a qualitative method with a phenomenology approach. The collection of data was carried out through interviews and observation. Participants totaling seven people were determined by purposive sampling. The data validity employed source triangulation and checked the data back to the participants. Analysis of data was by comparing among categories, marking, and describing descriptively.
RESULTS: The results showed that PLWHA got discriminatory behavior around them during ARV treatment, which came from the attitude of health workers and unpleasant experiences from the environment, but this discriminatory behavior did not affect PLWHA adherence to ARV treatment.
CONCLUSION: Discriminatory behavior from health workers and the environment around PLWHA did not affect PLWHA adherence during ARV treatment.
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Turi E, Simegnew D, Fekadu G, Tolossa T, Desalegn M, Bayisa L, Mulisa D, Abajobir A. High Perceived Stigma Among People Living with HIV/AIDS in a Resource Limited Setting in Western Ethiopia: The Effect of Depression and Low Social Support. HIV AIDS-RESEARCH AND PALLIATIVE CARE 2021; 13:389-397. [PMID: 33833587 PMCID: PMC8021262 DOI: 10.2147/hiv.s295110] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/03/2020] [Accepted: 03/15/2021] [Indexed: 11/23/2022]
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Background Antiretroviral therapy (ART) is only one part of a successful range of care among people living with HIV/AIDS (PLWHA). Stigma and low social support are emerging issues worsening the success of ART for PLWHA. This study thus aimed to investigate the level of perceived stigma among PLWHA. Methods An institution-based cross-sectional study was conducted in Nekemte, western Ethiopia. A multivariable logistic regression model was used to identify associations between perceived stigma and low social support, depression, and other potential predictor variables using SPSS version 24.0 and adjusted odds ratios (AORs), considering statistical significance at p<0.05. Results A total of 418 study participants were included in the study, with a response rate of 100%. About 48.6% of PLWHA had experienced perceived stigma, and more than two-fifths had poor social support. The following factors were associated with perceived stigma among PLWHA: age (18-29 years) (AOR=4.88, 95% CI:1.76-13.5), female sex (AOR=2.10, 95% CI 1.15-3.82), <12 months on ART (AOR=2.63, 95% CI 1.09-6.34), depression (AOR=1.86, 95% CI 1.08-3.19), social support (poor: AOR=3.45, 95% CI 1.65-7.23; medium: AOR=2.22, 95% CI 1.09-4.54), and non-disclosure of HIV status (AOR=2.00, 95% CI 1.11-3.59). Conclusion and Recommendation The magnitude of perceived stigma among PLWHA was high, highlighting the importance of integrating social and mental health support within standard ART for PLWHA.
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- Ebisa Turi
- Department of Public Health, Institute of Health Sciences, Wollega University, Nekemte, Ethiopia
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- Vanke School of Public Health, Tsinghua University, Beijing, People's Republic of China.,Department of Pharmacy, College of Health and Medical Sciences, Bule Hora University, Bule Hora, Ethiopia
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- Department of Pharmacy, Institute of Health Sciences, Wollega University, Nekemte, Ethiopia.,School of Pharmacy, Faculty of Medicine, The Chinese University of Hong Kong, Shatin, New Territory, Hong Kong
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- Department of Public Health, Institute of Health Sciences, Wollega University, Nekemte, Ethiopia
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- Department of Public Health, Institute of Health Sciences, Wollega University, Nekemte, Ethiopia
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- School of Nursing and Midwifery, Institute of Health Sciences, Wollega University, Nekemte, Ethiopia
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- School of Nursing and Midwifery, Institute of Health Sciences, Wollega University, Nekemte, Ethiopia
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- Maternal and Child Wellbeing Unit, African Population and Health Research Centre, Nairobi, Kenya
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Melis T, Fikadu Y, Lemma L. Perceived Stigma and Associated Factors Among HIV Positive Adult Patients Attending Antiretroviral Therapy Clinics at Public Facilities of Butajira Town, Southern Ethiopia, 2020. HIV AIDS (Auckl) 2020; 12:717-724. [PMID: 33204172 PMCID: PMC7665444 DOI: 10.2147/hiv.s280501] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/04/2020] [Accepted: 10/14/2020] [Indexed: 12/31/2022] Open
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BACKGROUND Stigma refers to attitudes and beliefs that lead people to reject, avoid, or fear those they perceive as being different. It identifies people as criminals, slaves, or traitors to be shunned. Globally 30-80% of people living with HIV experience stigma during their lifetime. There is a paucity of research in identifying determinants of stigma on HIV positive patients in Ethiopia. The aim of this study is to assess magnitude and factors associated with stigma among HIV positive adults attending antiretroviral therapy (ART) clinics at public health facilities of Butajira town. METHODS Institution-based cross-sectional study was conducted at public health facilities of Butajira town. A total of 403 study participants were selected by systematic random sampling technique. Data were collected by using pre-tested interviewer-administered semi-structured questionnaire. The collected data were entered into EpiData3.1 and exported to SPSS version 23. Bivariate and multivariable logistic regression analysis were used to identify factors associated with stigma. The strength of association was assessed by crude odds ratio and adjusted odds ratio for bivariate and multivariable logistic regression analysis, respectively. Statistical significance was declared at p-value <0.05 and 95% CI. RESULTS The magnitude of stigma among HIV positive patient was 28.9%. Discussing about safer sex (AOR: 2; 95% CI: (1.14,3.18), disclosing HIV positive status (AOR: 6;95% CI: (2.3,14.9), being a female (AOR: 2.5; 95% CI: (1.41,4.12) and age >34 years (AOR: 4; 95% CI: (1.46,12.9) were the independent factors associated with stigma in HIV positive patients. CONCLUSION The magnitude of stigma in ART patient is still unresolved problem. Discussing about safer sex, disclosing HIV positive status, being a female and age were the independent factors associated with stigma in HIV positive patients.
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- Tamirat Melis
- Wachamo University, College of Medicine & Health Sciences, Department of Public Health, Hosanna, Ethiopia
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- Wolkite University, College of Medicine & Health Sciences, Department of Public Health, Wolkite, Ethiopia
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- Wachamo University, College of Medicine & Health Sciences, Department of Public Health, Hosanna, Ethiopia
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Adane B, Yalew M, Damtie Y, Kefale B. Perceived Stigma and Associated Factors Among People Living with HIV Attending ART Clinics in Public Health Facilities of Dessie City, Ethiopia. HIV AIDS-RESEARCH AND PALLIATIVE CARE 2020; 12:551-557. [PMID: 33116917 PMCID: PMC7549310 DOI: 10.2147/hiv.s274019] [Citation(s) in RCA: 7] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/27/2020] [Accepted: 09/09/2020] [Indexed: 11/23/2022]
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Introduction Despite the fact that responses to epidemics of human immune-deficiency virus (HIV) have gradually improved; it remains one of the world's public health challenges, particularly in low- and middle-income countries. Evidence is still limited in this area and this study aimed to assess the magnitude of perceived stigma and associated factors among people living with HIV (PLWH) in public health facilities of Dessie city, Ethiopia. Methods A health facility-based cross-sectional study was conducted among a total of 422 PLWH from September 1 to October 30, 2019 in Dessie city. A pretested structured interviewer-administered questionnaire was used to collect the data and it was analyzed using Stata/SE 14. Multivariable binary logistic regression analysis was used to identify factors associated with perceived stigma. The adjusted odds ratio (AOR) along with 95% confidence interval (CI) was estimated to measure the strength and direction of the association. Statistical significance was declared at P value less than 0.05. Results The overall magnitude of perceived stigma among people living with HIV in public health facilities of Dessie city was 41.93% [95% CI: (37.25, 46.75)]. Perceived stigma was positively associated with being female [AOR=2.08, 95% CI: (1.26, 3.46)], living in rural areas [AOR=1.80, 95% CI: (1.10, 2.94)] and not disclosing HIV status [AOR=2.36, 95% CI: (1.19, 4.66)]. Conclusion In this study, the magnitude of perceived stigma was high as compared to UNAIDS standard, and sex, place of residence, and disclosure of HIV serostatus were significantly associated with perceived stigma. The findings suggested that special emphasis should be placed on rural residents in order to reduce perceived stigma. Moreover, counseling should focus on disclosing HIV serostatus to anyone else interested to disclose particularly for females.
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- Bezawit Adane
- Department of Epidemiology and Biostatistics, School of Public Health, College of Medicine and Health Sciences, Wollo University, Dessie, Ethiopia
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- Department of Reproductive and Family Health, School of Public Health, College of Medicine and Health Sciences, Wollo University, Dessie, Ethiopia
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- Department of Reproductive and Family Health, School of Public Health, College of Medicine and Health Sciences, Wollo University, Dessie, Ethiopia
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- Department of Reproductive and Family Health, School of Public Health, College of Medicine and Health Sciences, Wollo University, Dessie, Ethiopia
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Etowa J, Hannan J, Babatunde S, Etowa EB, Mkandawire P, Phillips JC. HIV-Related Stigma Among Black Mothers in Two North American and One African Cities. J Racial Ethn Health Disparities 2020; 7:1130-1139. [PMID: 32198696 DOI: 10.1007/s40615-020-00736-4] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/19/2019] [Revised: 02/21/2020] [Accepted: 02/25/2020] [Indexed: 01/29/2023]
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HIV-related stigma is a negative attitude or behaviour towards persons living with HIV, and is detrimental to effective care, management, and treatment of HIV. Using a revised 10-item stigma scale, we compared levels of HIV-related stigma and its correlates among Black women living with HIV in Ottawa, Canada, and Miami, FL, USA, with those in Port Harcourt, Nigeria. HIV-related stigma scores were calculated, with a maximum score of 10 and averaged 4.71 in Ottawa, 5.06 in Miami, and 3.78 in Port Harcourt. No significant difference in HIV-related stigma scores between Ottawa and Miami. HIV-related stigma was significantly (p < 0.05) higher among women in the North American cities compared with women in the African city. Hierarchical linear modelling shows that psychosocial variables contributed to variations in HIV-related stigma in Ottawa (22.3%), Miami (36.3%), and Port Harcourt (14.1%). At p < 0.05, discrimination was a significant predictor of increased HIV-related stigma in Ottawa (β = 0.077), Miami (β = 0.092), and Port Harcourt (β = 0.068). Functional social support had a significant diminishing effect on HIV-related stigma in Miami (β = - 0.108) and Port Harcourt (β = - 0.035). Tackling HIV-related sigma requires sociocultural considerations within specific regional and national contexts.
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- Josephine Etowa
- School of Nursing, Faculty of Health Sciences, University of Ottawa, 451 Smyth Road, Ottawa, ON, K1H 8M5, Canada.
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- Nicole Wertheim College of Nursing and Health Sciences, Florida International University, Miami, FL, USA
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- Centre for Health and Development, University of Port Harcourt, Port Harcourt, Nigeria
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- School of Nursing, Faculty of Health Sciences, University of Ottawa, 451 Smyth Road, Ottawa, ON, K1H 8M5, Canada
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- Institute of Interdisciplinary Studies, Carleton University Ottawa, Ottawa, Canada
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- School of Nursing, Faculty of Health Sciences, University of Ottawa, 451 Smyth Road, Ottawa, ON, K1H 8M5, Canada
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Peltzer K, Pengpid S. Prevalence And Associated Factors Of Enacted, Internalized And Anticipated Stigma Among People Living With HIV In South Africa: Results Of The First National Survey. HIV AIDS (Auckl) 2019; 11:275-285. [PMID: 31807083 PMCID: PMC6844236 DOI: 10.2147/hiv.s229285] [Citation(s) in RCA: 16] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.2] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/30/2019] [Accepted: 09/26/2019] [Indexed: 11/23/2022] Open
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BACKGROUND This paper reports on the first national implementation of the "People Living with HIV (PLHIV) Stigma Index" in South Africa. The aim of this study was to investigate the prevalence and correlates of HIV-related stigma in a large sample of PLHIV in South Africa. METHODS This cross-sectional survey interviewed 10,473 PLHIV 15 years and older with the PLHIV Stigma Index in two districts per province (N=9) in South Africa in 2014. RESULTS The two most common enacted HIV-related stigma items were "being gossiped about" (20.6%) and "experienced discrimination" (15.1%); internalized stigma was "blaming oneself" (30.5%) and ashamed (28.7%); avoidance due to internalized stigma was "decided not to have (more) children" (32.4%) and "decided not to get married" (14.9%), and the two most endorsed anticipated stigma were "being gossiped about" (28.6%) and not want to be sexually intimate (21.1%) Various sociodemographic factors, such as younger age, being female, lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender (LGBT) and lower wealth status, and health-related variables, such as poorer self-rated health status, having a physical disability, and not being a member of an HIV support group, were identified as associated with overall HIV-related stigma as well as several HIV-related stigma sub-scales. CONCLUSION The majority of PLHIV had overall HIV-related stigma, almost half had internalized, or anticipated HIV-related stigma and a minority had enacted HIV-related stigma. Findings can be used to guide intervention programs to reduce HIV-related stigma in South Africa.
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- Karl Peltzer
- Research and Innovation Office, North West University, Potchefstroom, South Africa
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- Research and Innovation Office, North West University, Potchefstroom, South Africa
- ASEAN Institute for Health Development, Mahidol University, Salaya, Nakhonpathom, Thailand
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Quantification and factors associated with HIV-related stigma among persons living with HIV/AIDS on antiretroviral therapy at the HIV-day care unit of the Bamenda Regional Hospital, North West Region of Cameroon. Global Health 2018; 14:56. [PMID: 29866206 PMCID: PMC5987427 DOI: 10.1186/s12992-018-0374-5] [Citation(s) in RCA: 14] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/14/2018] [Accepted: 05/21/2018] [Indexed: 11/22/2022] Open
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Background The Human Immunodeficiency Virus /Acquired Immune Deficiency Syndrome (HIV/AIDS) is not just a medical problem but its social impact is increasingly affecting its effective management. The fear of HIV-stigma constitutes a major barrier to HIV testing, prevention, uptake and adherence to antiretroviral therapy (ART). We aimed to quantify HIV-related stigma, and identify the factors associated with high HIV-related stigma among persons living with HIV and AIDS (PLHIVA) and on ART. Methods A hospital-based cross sectional analytic survey targeting PLHIVA on ART at the HIV-day care unit of the Bamenda Regional Hospital of Cameroon was conducted from February to April 2016. A total of 308 eligible and willing participants were consecutively included in the survey. Data were collected using a pretested questionnaire designed from the Berger HIV stigma scale and analyzed using Epi info 3.5.4. Results The mean age of the 308 participants was 40.1±10.2 years. The mean overall HIV/AIDS related stigma score was 88.3 ± 18.80 which corresponds to a moderate level of stigma according to the Berger stigma scale. Further analysis revealed that most participants suffered from moderate forms of the different subtypes of stigma including: personalized (49.8%), disclosure (66.4%), negative self-image (50.0%) and public attitude (52.1%) stigmatization. It was estimated that 62.7% (95% confidence interval [CI] = 57.8–68.9%) of the participants lived with high levels of HIV-related stigma. After controlling for gender, religion, age and occupation, level of education below tertiary (Adjusted Odds Ratio [AOR] = 0.70 [95% CI = 0.44–0.91]; p = 0.036) and a duration from diagnosis below 5 years (AOR = 1.74 [95% CI = 1.01–3.00]; p = 0.046) were significantly associated with high HIV-related stigma. Conclusion About three out of every five PLHIVA receiving ART in Bamenda Regional Hospital still experience high levels of HIV-related stigma. This occurs more frequently in participants with low educational status, and who may have known their HIV status for less than 5 years. Anti-HIV-stigma programs in the North West Region need strengthening with intensified psychosocial follow-up of newly diagnosed cases. Electronic supplementary material The online version of this article (10.1186/s12992-018-0374-5) contains supplementary material, which is available to authorized users.
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