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Södergård, Björn. "Adherence and Readiness to Antiretroviral Treatment." Doctoral thesis, Uppsala University, Department of Pharmacy, 2006. http://urn.kb.se/resolve?urn=urn:nbn:se:uu:diva-7282.

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<p>Antiretroviral therapy places extraordinarily high demands on adherence, since non-adherence affects both individuals and society due to the spread of resistant viral strains. The aims of the thesis were to investigate the prevalence of adherence in Swedish HIV-infected patients, changes in adherence over time, and factors associated with adherence, including patients’ readiness to adhere. Further, to investigate the collaboration between nurses, doctors and pharmacists after the introduction of a HIV-clinic satellite pharmacy. Data were collected via two cross-sectional patient surveys in

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Masokoane, Kgomotso Quentinne. "Adherence and non-adherence to antiretroviral treatment in HIV people in Port Elizabeth." Thesis, Nelson Mandela Metropolitan University, 2009. http://hdl.handle.net/10948/1185.

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The introduction of antiretroviral drugs (ARVs) in 1996 transformed the treatment of HIV and AIDS, improving the quality and greatly prolonging the lives of many infected people. HIV (Human Immunodeficiency Virus) is the virus that is believed to cause AIDS. AIDS (Acquired Immune Deficiency Syndrome) is the collection of illnesses or symptoms that ultimately results in death. Antiretroviral (ARVs) drugs or Highly Active Antiretroviral Therapy (HAART) is the treatment that has been applied to combat the HI virus in a bid to slow down the progression of AIDS and ultimately prolong the life of th

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Phalafala, Mathatho Samuel. "The effects of HIV status disclosure on antiretroviral treatment adherence." Thesis, Stellenbosch : Stellenbosch University, 2015. http://hdl.handle.net/10019.1/96973.

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Thesis (MSc)--Stellenbosch University, 2015.<br>ENGLISH ABSTRACT: Successful antiretroviral therapy (ART) depends on appropriate use of antiretroviral agents; which ultimately prevents replication of Human Immunodeficiency Virus (HIV) thus delaying clinical progression of the disease. This study explored how HIV status disclosure affects adherence to antiretroviral therapy at Mamelodi Hospital, using a convenience sampling method with a sample size of 50 adults above 18 years who were on treatment for a minimum of two years prior to the study. An interview protocol was used to uncover patient

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Barnes, Shelly Marie. "Investigating the Impact of Patient-Provider Communication on HIV Treatment Adherence." Thesis, University of North Texas, 2016. https://digital.library.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metadc849690/.

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Today over 1.1 million people are living with HIV/AIDS in the United States; over the last 4 decades mortality rates have decreased largely made in part because of advancement in awareness and treatment options. Treatment adherence has long been considered a vital component in decreasing HIV/AIDS related mortality and has proven to reduce the risk of transmission. However not all patients take their medicine as prescribed. This research study, sponsored by The North Central Texas HIV Planning Council explored how Patient and Provider communication impacted treatment adherence. By utilizing a m

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Ngugi, Pearl. "Response and adherence of HIV positive women to cervical cancer treatment." Thesis, Nelson Mandela Metropolitan University, 2011. http://hdl.handle.net/10948/d1014129.

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It is estimated that 6742 South African women are diagnosed with cervical cancer and 3681 women die from the disease every year. In 1993, The Centers for Disease Control declared cervical cancer an Acquired Immunodeficiency Syndrome defining illness. Apart from persistent human papillomavirus infection, HIV infection is the most common co-factor contributing to cervical cancer in South Africa. Studies have noted that in HIV positive women, there has been an occurrence of faster progression to more advanced stages of cervical cancer with high cases of treatment failure and recurrence. There is

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Kurtyka, Donald E. "The Effects of a Structured Adherence Intervention to HAART on Adherence and Treatment Response Outcomes." Scholar Commons, 2007. https://scholarcommons.usf.edu/etd/350.

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Background: Adherence to antiretroviral (ARV) medications in excess of 90-95% is necessary for optimal response to suppress HIV replication and to maintain and/or restore immune function. A number of interventions have been shown to improve ARV adherence, but no research has been conducted which evaluates proactive monitoring of pharmacy refill adherence and subsequent intervention when inadequate adherence is identified. Purpose: The purpose of this project was to compare treatment response, pharmacy refill adherence and self-reported medication adherence between two groups of patients: those

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Usman, Samuel. "Factors which affect optimal adherence to antiretroviral medications." Thesis, Stellenbosch : University of Stellenbosch, 2010. http://hdl.handle.net/10019.1/4181.

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Thesis (MPhil (Industrial Psychology. Africa Centre for HIV/AIDS Management))--University of Stellenbosch, 2010.<br>ENGLISH ABSTRACT: The advent of anti-retroviral therapy (ART) has bought hope and reprieve in a previously hopeless situation where there was no available drug to combat the virus with the result that AIDS deaths from chronic, untreated HIV infection became the major cause of morbidity and mortality especially in sub-Saharan Africa where the disease burden is highest. Since March 19, 1987, when the FDA approved Zidovudine for the treatment of AIDS, there has been great impro

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Engel, Tania. "Measuring adherence levels to antiretroviral treatment (ART) and assessing certain factors affecting adherence in a state primary health care clinic, Mitchells Plain Community Health Centre, South Africa." Thesis, Stellenbosch : University of Stellenbosch, 2015. http://hdl.handle.net/10019.1/97236.

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Objective. Measuring adherence levels and assessing the impact on adherence to ART (antiretroviral treatment) of the factors: disclosure to partner, partner support, other support and length of time between diagnosis and ART commencement, in a state-run ART clinic at Mitchells Plain Community Health centre. Design. A retrospective case control study was conducted and the information was obtained by means of a file audit. Methods. Every 5th file was selected for the study and 199 participants were chosen based on the inclusion and exclusion criteria. Adherence for each patient was measured u

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Mbunyuza, Lungelwa. "Treatment adherence in TB/HIV co-infected patients in Mount Frere, Eastern Cape." University of Western Cape, 2020. http://hdl.handle.net/11394/8051.

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Master of Public Health - MPH<br>Adequate levels of adherence to treatment for tuberculosis (TB) and HIV at the same time poses a problem for public health in South Africa. TB/HIV co-infected patients face many potential barriers to adherence to treatment for both conditions. There is a need for more knowledge about factors influencing treatment adherence in co-infected patients on concomitant treatment. The aim of this study was to explore the barriers and facilitators to treatment adherence among people co-infected with TB/HIV living in the Alfred Nzo District, Eastern Cape, in order to iden

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Weinberger, Beverley Slome Kloss Jacqueline D. "Posttraumatic stress in adolescents with HIV and its relationship with treatment adherence : the role of health beliefs /." Philadelphia, Pa. : Drexel University, 2010. http://hdl.handle.net/1860/3221.

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Kurtyka, Donald E. "The effects of a structured adherence intervention to HAART on adherence and treatment response outcomes." [Tampa, Fla] : University of South Florida, 2008. http://purl.fcla.edu/usf/dc/et/SFE0002365.

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Cederfjäll, Claes. "Aspects of care among HIV infected patients : needs, adherence to treatment and health related quality of life /." Stockholm, 2002. http://diss.kib.ki.se/2002/91-7349-288-4.

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Brion, John M. "Perspectives regarding adherence to prescribed treatment a focus group study of HIV positive men /." Columbus, Ohio : Ohio State University, 2007. http://rave.ohiolink.edu/etdc/view?acc%5Fnum=osu1173130064.

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Michaels, Desireé. "Paediatric antiretroviral HIV treatment : measurement and correlates of adherence in a resource-poor setting." Doctoral thesis, University of Cape Town, 2008. http://hdl.handle.net/11427/9425.

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Includes bibliographical references (p. 212-244).<br>[Objectives] There is a paucity of data regarding paediatric adherence in resource-limited settings (RLS) especially among the very young age groups (<7yrs). The study investigated the rates of adherence, the identification of the adherence measurement, amongst four, which best correlates with viral load suppression; as well as correlates of adherence amongst a cohort of children younger than 7 years on antiretroviral HIV treatment. Design: A Prospective cohort study with 6 months follow-up [ Methods ] Measures of adherence used: caregiver s

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Brion, John M. Jr. "Perspectives regarding adherence to prescribed treatment: a focus group study of HIV positive men." The Ohio State University, 2007. http://rave.ohiolink.edu/etdc/view?acc_num=osu1173130064.

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Rubens, Muni. "The Effect of Stigma on Treatment Adherence among HIV-positive Alcohol Users in Haiti." FIU Digital Commons, 2016. http://digitalcommons.fiu.edu/etd/2625.

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Haiti reports the second highest prevalence of HIV among the Caribbean nations. People living with HIV/AIDS (PLWH) report stigmatic experiences, inadequate social support, depression, and anxiety, thereby affecting treatment adherence. This study examined the relationship between HIV-related stigma and treatment adherence, considering the effects of depression, anxiety, social support, and coping. The current study is a secondary analysis of baseline data collected from 362 PLWH from Haiti. The measures included: Community Programs for Clinical Research on AIDS (CPCRA) adherence questionnaire;

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Langwenya, Nontokozo. "Adherence to antiretroviral treatment (ART) among HIV-infected pregnant women starting treatment immediately vs delayed: a cohort study." Master's thesis, University of Cape Town, 2016. http://hdl.handle.net/11427/22899.

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Introduction: Use of highly effective antiretroviral drugs to eliminate new paediatric HIV infections is the keystone of all prevention of mother-to-child transmission (PMTCT) programmes. Time on antiretroviral treatment (ART) before delivery reduces maternal viral load and decreases the risk of transmission in utero, during labour and whilst breastfeeding. Currently, many PMTCT programmes across Africa initiate HIV-infected pregnant women on lifelong antiretroviral therapy (ART) on the first day of antenatal care ("same-day" initiation). However concerns have been raised regarding patient rea

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Raphela, Ramadimetja Elsie. "Training of health care workers in adherence counselling for comprehensive care, management and treatment clinics." Thesis, Stellenbosch : University of Stellenbosch, 2011. http://hdl.handle.net/10019.1/6858.

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Thesis (MPhil (Industrial Psychology. Africa Centre for HIV/AIDS Management))--University of Stellenbosch, 2011.<br>ENGLISH ABSTRACT: “Treatment failure, defaulter rate, patients lost to follow up”. These are the words usually spoken by health care workers at the CCMT clinics in the country. These are words that they try at all times to come with solutions to, without much success. Much as both the health care workers and patients know the importance of taking medication, often medication is not taken as required. Adherence is defined as the degree to which a patient follows a treatment reg

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Marais, Melanie. "A descriptive study to evaluate the effect of guidelines used by counsellors to improve adherence to antiretroviral therapy in the private sector." Thesis, University of the Western Cape, 2006. http://etd.uwc.ac.za/index.php?module=etd&amp.

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Viktor, Watz. "The detrimental effect of alcohol on HIV treatment adherence : A systematic review and meta-analysis." Thesis, Södertörns högskola, Miljövetenskap, 2017. http://urn.kb.se/resolve?urn=urn:nbn:se:sh:diva-33312.

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Introduction: The fight against HIV is addressed in both the Sustainable Development Goals and in the 90-90-90-goals set by the United Nations.Emerging evidence is suggesting a “neglected interface” between alcohol consumption and HIV. Earlier studies has sought out to quantify this relationship, but there are still uncertainties regarding the generalizability of the results and if this also applies to different types of drinking intensities. Methods: This study applied a systematic search for articles published between 1990-2017 in Pubmed/Medline. 46 studies was included in the final analysis

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Moomba, Kaala. "A qualitative study of barriers to adherence to antiretroviral treatment among patients in Livingstone, Zambia." Thesis, University of the Western Cape, 2012. http://hdl.handle.net/11394/4482.

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Magister Public Health - MPH<br>Introduction: Zambia is among the countries in the sub-Saharan African region most severely affected with HIV/AIDS. Approximately 1.2 million (14%) Zambians were living with HIV in 2010. Zambia introduced antiretroviral therapy (ART) in the public sector in 2002, starting with two pilot sites, and rolling it out throughout the country in 2004 and 2005. To date,approximately 350,000 people have accessed HIV treatment. The long-term success of ART programs depends on optimal adherence to ART by patients.In 2010 Livingstone General Hospital (LGH), the setting for t

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Nieuwkerk, Pythia Tjitske. "Highly active antiretroviral therapy for HIV-1 infection: patients' quality of life and treatment adherence." [S.l. : Amsterdam : s.n.] ; Universiteit van Amsterdam [Host], 2006. http://dare.uva.nl/document/89610.

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Nxumalo, Vusie Alvitt. "Cell-Life: a needs assessment study for an HIV/AIDS management tool." Master's thesis, University of Cape Town, 2003. http://hdl.handle.net/11427/15415.

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This research presents a proposal for the assessment of technology to manage antiretroviral treatment. The system called Cell-Life has been successfully tested at a pilot site in Gugulethu, Cape Town from September 2002 till date and offers a cost-effective solution for adherence monitoring, side effect management, effective home based care and reducing pill count dependence at the clinic. With the aid of the Cell-Life SIM card menu (please see Appendix A, page 63) on a cell-phone the therapeutic counsellor is equipped with a live-link to the clinic or doctor while visiting patients. The menu

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Babikako, Harriet Mupere. "PATIENT PREFERENCES, STRUCTURE, AND HIV ARE ASSOCIATED WITH ADHERENCE TO TUBERCULOSIS TREATMENT IN URBAN UGANDA." Case Western Reserve University School of Graduate Studies / OhioLINK, 2013. http://rave.ohiolink.edu/etdc/view?acc_num=case1365180107.

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Waltje, Andrea H. "Predictors of nonadherence to antiretoviral therapies in HIV-infected older adults." Ohio University / OhioLINK, 2003. http://rave.ohiolink.edu/etdc/view?acc_num=ohiou1067542971.

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Thobias, Anna. "Exploration of Factors Associated with Poor Adherence amongst Patients Receiving Antiretroviral Therapy at Katutura State Hospital Communicable Disease Clinic in Khomas Region in Namibia." Thesis, University of the Western Cape, 2008. http://etd.uwc.ac.za/index.php?module=etd&action=viewtitle&id=gen8Srv25Nme4_7058_1273775927.

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<p>Background: HIV/AIDS affects the health of millions of people world wide. According to the Joint United Nations Program on HIV/AIDS [UNAIDS], the number of people living with HIV globally has risen from 26 million in 2001 to 33.2 million in 2007. It is estimated that 2.5 million people were newly infected with HIV in 2007. The introduction of anti-retroviral therapy [ART] has brought hope to millions of people living with HIV and AIDS. More recently, the increased availability of treatment in many countries including Namibia has dramatically improved survival rates and lowered the incidence

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Mthembu, Thuli Godfrey. "Knowledge, attitudes, beliefs and adherence to antiretroviral therapy among people living with HIV/AIDS receiving treatment at Shongwe Hospital in Nkomazi region, Mpumalanga province." Thesis, University of Western Cape, 2009. http://hdl.handle.net/11394/3265.

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Magister Public Health - MPH<br>Background: HIV and AIDS is one of the major public health problems facing South Africa today. In 2005, it was estimated that 5.54 million people were living with HIV in South Africa, which means that 18.8% of the population between the ages of 15 – 49 years are infected with HIV. This makes South Africa the developing country worst affected by the HIV pandemic. The severity of the HIV epidemic is closely linked to poverty and other socio-economic factors. The National Department of Health of South Africa launched the National Operational Plan for Comprehensive

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Das, C. R. "Causes of non-adherence to antiretroviral therapy in Wellness Clinic, Tshepong Hospital, Klerksdorp." Thesis, Stellenbosch : University of Stellenbosch, 2009. http://hdl.handle.net/10019.1/97161.

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ENGLISH ABSTRACT: HIV/AIDS is the leading cause of death in Sub-Saharan Africa. According to 2001 estimates, there are 28.5 million people living with HIV in Africa, comprising more than 70% of the world’s HIV-infected population. HIV/AIDS remains one of the most important social and public health threats in Sub-Saharan Africa. UNAIDS 2006 estimates that 5.5 million people are living with HIV, and almost 1,000 AIDS deaths occur every day in South Africa. South Africa is currently one of the most severely affected countries in the world. Antiretroviral therapy (ART) is currently the only t

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Bolhuis, Rebecca. "A Description of a Pharmacist-Based Treatment Adherence Program at Special Immunology Associates, an HIV Ambulatory Care Clinic." The University of Arizona, 2008. http://hdl.handle.net/10150/624307.

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Class of 2008 Abstract<br>Objectives: To describe a pharmacist-based treatment adherence program at an HIV ambulatory care clinic setting; to describe the patient population that the pharmacist provided services to from 2005 to 2007; and to describe the clinical outcomes of the program. Methods: A retrospective chart review of 381 patients enrolled in the pharmacist-based treatment adherence program from 2/01/05 to 03/01/2007. Inclusion criteria: HIV positive; greater than or equal to 18 years of age; a medical record; and enrollment in the treatment adherence program. The program provided su

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Kakili, Tuwilika. "Factors that contribute to treatment defaulting amongst tuberculosis patients in Windhoek district, Namibia." Thesis, University of the Western Cape, 2010. http://etd.uwc.ac.za/index.php?module=etd&action=viewtitle&id=gen8Srv25Nme4_2049_1363356699.

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<p>Background: Tuberculosis (TB) is a resurgent disease in many parts of the world, fuelled by HIV/AIDS and poverty. According to WHO, over two billion people were estimated to be infected by TB globally, 9.4 million new cases of TB were reported, while about 1.7 million people were estimated to have lost their lives to TB in 2009 (WHO, 2010). The&nbsp<br>global defaulter rate for TB was estimated at about 9% in 2007 (WHO, 2007). With Africa remaining the global epicentre of the TB epidemic, the epidemic in Sub-Saharan Africa,&nbsp<br>one of the worst affected areas in the world, shows no evid

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Dzansi, Gladys. "Integrated mobile phone interventions for adherence to antiretroviral treatment in clients with HIV infection in Accra, Ghana." University of the Western Cape, 2017. http://hdl.handle.net/11394/6170.

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Philosophiae Doctor - PhD (Nursing)<br>Mobile phone interventions such as text messaging have been used to improve treatment adherence globally and in sub-Saharan Africa. Nevertheless, integrated mobile phone intervention for adherence support in Ghana, has not been greatly extensively explored. An explanatory integrated mixed method research approach was employed within the context of a pragmatic paradigm to conduct a study in three phases. In phase one; a randomised control trial was done to determine the effect of mobile phone intervention on adherence in a two groups (Intervention a

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Magazi, Shirley. "An assessment of food security interventions for people living with HIV/AIDS on antiretroviral treatment at household Llvel in the Khomas Region, Namibia." Thesis, University of the Western Cape, 2008. http://hdl.handle.net/11394/2787.

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Magister Public Health - MPH<br>In the era of AIDS, food and nutrition are becoming more of a priority for many households and communities. This is more so now that treatment is available for people infected with HIV and AIDS. Food and nutrition are fundamentally intertwined with HIV transmission and the impacts of AIDS. Evidence of the ways in which food insecurity and malnutrition may interfere with the effectiveness of antiretroviral therapy is well documented. Aim: The purpose of the study was to inform improvements in food security interventions for PLWHA through an investigation of exist

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McGregor, Olivia. "Treatment Adherence Among Women Infected With Human Immunodeficiency Virus With a History of Gender-Based Violence." ScholarWorks, 2016. http://scholarworks.waldenu.edu/dissertations/3047.

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Women infected with Human Immunodeficiency Virus (HIV) are at high risk of myriad conditions, especially gender-based violence (GBV). GBV can be a hindrance to treatment adherence, which is pertinent to improving the health of people living with HIV. The purpose of this longitudinal research study was to assess the effects of GBV on treatment adherence among HIV infected women, with specific focus on when the violence occurred (recent or lifetime) and the stratifying type of GBV (sexual, physical, and psychological). The health belief model (HBM) served as a theoretical groundwork. Participant

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Barford, Kirsty-Lee. "Illustrated medicines information for HIV/AIDS patients: influence on adherence,self-efficacy and health outcomes." Thesis, Rhodes University, 2012. http://hdl.handle.net/10962/d1015678.

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South Africa has an estimated 920 000 patients on antiretrovirals (ARVs), the largest number of patients in any country. ARV therapy demands adherence levels in excess of 95% to avoid development of drug resistance, but adherence to ARV therapy is estimated to be only between 50% and 70%. Poor medication adherence is acknowledged as a major public health problem, reducing the effectiveness of therapy and promoting resistance to ARVs. More than two thirds of the South African population have marginal reading skills and this significantly influences a patient’s ability to read and understand hea

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Coetzee, Bronwyne Jo'sean. "The development of a scale to assess structural barriers to adherence to antiretroviral therapy." Thesis, Stellenbosch : Stellenbosch University, 2011. http://hdl.handle.net/10019.1/17788.

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Thesis (MSc)--Stellenbosch University, 2011.<br>ENGLISH ABSTRACT: As the only effective treatment for HIV/AIDS, adherence to antiretroviral therapy (ART) is critical for successful treatment outcomes. Despite its open availability since the national rollout in 2004, adherence to ART has remained sub-optimal and the number of individuals shifted to the more expensive second-line therapy on steady increase. The literature reports more commonly on individual, psychological, and behavioural barriers to treatment. However, there has been a vast interest in the structural barriers that prohibit adhe

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Ajudua, Febisola Ibilola. "Adherence to antiretroviral therapy at the Dora Nginza Hospital adult wellness clinic, Port Elizabeth, South Africa." Thesis, Stellenbosch : University of Stellenbosch, 2015. http://hdl.handle.net/10019.1/97197.

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Thesis (MFamMed)--Stellenbosch University, 2015.<br>ENGLISH SUMMARY: Background: Sub Saharan Africa is home to approximately two thirds of the world’s population of HIV positive individuals. In view of the socioeconomic challenges of the region governments have provided antiretroviral therapy free to improve chances of survival among patients. However, adherence to antiretroviral therapy is recognised as more important in predicting patient survival. Aim: The study aimed to describe the prevailing factors that influence adherence to antiretroviral therapy. Methods: The study design was carri

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Bauleth, Maria Francineth. "Factors associated with poor adherence amongst patients receiving antiretroviral therapy at the intermediate hospital Oshakati in Namibia." Thesis, University of the Western Cape, 2011. http://etd.uwc.ac.za/index.php?module=etd&action=viewtitle&id=gen8Srv25Nme4_9016_1365754981.

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<p>Namibia is severely affected by the HIV/AIDS epidemic, with an estimated HIV prevalence of 17.8%. A comprehensive, public HIV/AIDS treatment and care programme was established in 2003 by the government of Namibia in association with its development partners. The introduction of antiretroviral therapy [ART] has dramatically decreased HIVrelated mortality and morbidity, improved quality of life, revitalized communities and transformed perceptions of HIV/AIDS from a plaque and death sentence to a manageable chronic condition. Intermediate Hospital Oshakati (IHO) in the Oshana region, is one of

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Chisa, Sume Percival. "Determinants of adherence in patients on ART on the Copper Belt Province in Zambia." Thesis, Stellenbosch : University of Stellenbosch, 2010. http://hdl.handle.net/10019.1/4120.

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Thesis (MPhil (Industrial Psychology. Africa Centre for HIV/AIDS Management))--University of Stellenbosch, 2010.<br>ENGLISH ABSTRACT: Chronic drug therapy has been fraught with many issues such as adherence, drug intolerance, long-term toxicity and resistance. In HIV/AIDS care, adherence is a major problem due to the fact that for success of the therapy, adherence must be in the region of ninety five percent. If this is not maintained the virus begins to mutate and resistant moieties appear, and this in turn leads to failure of the therapy. This high level of adherence is very difficult to

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Nel, Adriaan. "Perceived social support, symptoms of common mental disorders and adherence levels of patients receiving antiretroviral treatment." Thesis, Stellenbosch : University of Stellenbosch, 2011. http://hdl.handle.net/10019.1/17915.

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Thesis (MA)--University of Stellenbosch, 2011.<br>ENGLISH ABSTRACT: Optimal adherence to antiretroviral medication is essential for effective treatment of the human immunodeficiency virus (HIV), and ensuring high levels of adherence has proven to be a major challenge in the fight against HIV. As funding for antiretroviral treatment (ART) programs is limited, ensuring optimal adherence is critical, not only to decrease patient mortality and improve quality of life, but also to make these ART programs financially sustainable. In recent years a small but growing body of literature on the associat

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Nyatabana, Yohali. "Determinants affecting adherence to antiretroviral therapy in patients receiving free treatment at the wellness clinic of the Bela Bela District Hospital, Limpopo Province." Thesis, University of Limpopo, 2015. http://hdl.handle.net/10386/1508.

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Thesis (MPH.) -- University of Limpopo, 2015<br>Purpose / Aim: To find out determinants affecting adherence to antiretroviral therapy in patients receiving free treatment from the wellness clinic at Bela Bela District Hospital in Limpopo province of South Africa. Objectives: To identify the determinants which affect the adherence to ART treatment among patients living with HIV and AIDS and to determine which of these determinants are significant predictors of adherence among HIV and AIDS patients. Methodology: a descriptive retrospective, quantitative research. Sampling: A population o

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Odumosu, Olusegun Murtala. "Adherence to anti-retroviral treatment amongst HIV positive gay men and other men who have sex with men in Tshwane." University of Western Cape, 2019. http://hdl.handle.net/11394/7658.

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Master of Public Health - MPH<br>Gay men and other men who have sex with men (MSM) and a subset within this group who are people who inject drugs (PWID) face difficulties when trying to access humanimmune deficiency virus (HIV)/ anti-retroviral treatment (ART) services and adhere to ART, due to the intersecting forms of oppression they face. Current interventions to address adherence to ART are mostly bio-medical in nature, and support the presumption that individual-level factors are the most pertinent barriers to adherence to ART. This mini-thesis presents findings from a qualitative st

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Georgette, Nathan. "The Acceptability and Impact of a Weekly Text-Messaging Program to Support HIV Treatment Adherence in KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa." Thesis, Harvard University, 2017. http://nrs.harvard.edu/urn-3:HUL.InstRepos:32676112.

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Introduction: In randomized controlled trials, short message service (SMS) programs have improved adherence to HIV antiretroviral therapy (ART). In response, the World Health Organization recommended use of SMS programs to support ART. However, there is limited data on real-world implementations of SMS programs. Methods: We conducted two studies to assess the acceptability and impact of an SMS program implementation into clinical care at an HIV clinic in KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa. Study 1 included structured interviews with a cross-sectional convenience sample of 100 adult patients who were

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Makobo, Leonard Lutegama. "Treatment outcomes of highly active antiretroviral therapy among HIV-infected patients in Mbeya, Tanzania : the Mbeya antiretroviral adherence (MARVAD) study." Thesis, London School of Hygiene and Tropical Medicine (University of London), 2010. http://ethos.bl.uk/OrderDetails.do?uin=uk.bl.ethos.550404.

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Bwalya, Clement Mudala. "Retention in HIV care among female sex workers on antiretroviral treatment in Lusaka, Zambia: A retrospective cohort study." University of the Western Cape, 2020. http://hdl.handle.net/11394/8045.

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Master of Public Health - MPH<br>Background: HIV/AIDS remains a major public health issue that is affecting all population groups and communities in Zambia. Among the most affected groups are key populations (KPs) such as female sex workers. KPs are considered at high risk of contracting HIV but have limited access to HIV services and retention in care due to internalized stigma, discrimination, criminalization, and negative attitudes towards HIV treatment. Under the USAID Open Doors project in Zambia, KPs access comprehensive HIV prevention, care and treatment services. The test and treat str

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Baghazal, Anisa Abdalla. "Factors influencing adherence to Antiretroviral Therapy at a General Hospital in Mombasa, Kenya." Thesis, University of the Western Cape, 2011. http://etd.uwc.ac.za/index.php?module=etd&action=viewtitle&id=gen8Srv25Nme4_3921_1307087899.

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<p>Sub-Saharan Africa is home to two thirds of the 33 million HIV infected individuals worldwide. In 2007 there were an estimated 1.5 million Kenyans infected with HIV, and 166 000 new infections in 2008. The introduction of antiretroviral therapy [ART] brought new hope to HIV patients. It has transformed a fatal disease to a chronic manageable condition. Kenya has made great strides in ensuring access to ART and by 2009, 308 610 patients in the country were receiving ART - which is the second highest number worldwide. The success of ART requires a sustained adherence rate to medication of mor

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Dlomo, Nondumiso. "Investigating adherence for people living with HIV and AIDS on ART in Durban, Kwazulu Natal, South Africa." Thesis, Stellenbosch : University of Stellenbosch, 2010. http://hdl.handle.net/10019.1/4156.

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Thesis (MPhil (Industrial Psychology. Africa Centre for HIV/AIDS Management))--University of Stellenbosch, 2010.<br>ENGLISH SUMMARY: The study sought to investigate adherence for people living with HIV who are on ART. Since high levels of adherence of more than 95% are required to achieve the durable suppression of the viral load, the researcher finds it very important to find out whether the people are doing what is expected of them. While the rollout of antiretroviral (ARV) therapy has brought much excitement and hope to both patients and practitioners in South Africa, it has also brough

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Aspeling, Heila Elizabeth. "Factors associated with adherence to antiretroviral therapy for the treatment of HIV infected women attending an urban private health care facility." Diss., University of Pretoria, 2006. http://upetd.up.ac.za/thesis/available/etd-10152007-113237.

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Mahlalela, Maria Sizakele. "Factors contributing to non-adherence of patients to highly active antiretroviral treatment at Kanyamazane Clinic, Ehlanzeni District, Mpumalanga Province." Thesis, University of Limpopo, 2014. http://hdl.handle.net/10386/1427.

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Thesis (M.CUR.) --University of Limpopo, 2014.<br>Background: The national HAART programme in South Africa was launched in April 2004. Highly Active Antiretroviral Therapy (HAART) is the medication that slows down the progression from HIV to AIDS, while it had been introduced in Western countries in 1996. Adherence to ART is the major factor in ensuring the virologic success of an initial regimen and is a significant determinant of survival for HIV-infected patients with the wild type virus who are on highly active antiretroviral treatment. Patients with suboptimal adherence are at risk, not o

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Agyeman-Yeboah, Joana. "A best-practice guideline for facilitating adherence to anti-retroviral therapy for persons attending public hospitals in Ghana." Thesis, Nelson Mandela University, 2017. http://hdl.handle.net/10948/13603.

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The retention of persons on an HIV programme has been a global challenge. The success of any strategy to optimize adherence to anti-retroviral therapy (ART) depends on the intensive and effective adherence counselling and strategies. It is important to research whether persons receiving anti-retroviral therapy in public hospitals in Ghana are receiving the needed service that would optimize their adherence to the anti-retroviral therapy. Therefore, this study explored and described the experiences of healthcare professionals providing care, support and guidance to persons on ART at public hosp

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Wapinduka, Tendai. "Rural livelihoods and adherence to HIV and AIDS antiretroviral therapy in Chivanhu Settlement, Nemamwa Village in Masvingo District, Zimbabwe." Thesis, Rhodes University, 2013. http://hdl.handle.net/10962/d1003743.

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The Human Immunodeficiency Virus (HIV) and Acquired Immuno Deficiency Syndrome (AIDS) epidemic has had massive detrimental impacts on rural communities across Africa including in Zimbabwe. In response to the HIV and AIDS epidemic, the government of Zimbabwe has developed and adopted comprehensive programmes to address HIV and AIDS prevention, care and support. One of the critical components of these programmes relates specifically to treatment of the HIV infected given that HIV and AIDS is increasingly seen as a manageable threatening disease. However the success and effectiveness of the treat

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