“Injectable ARVs will give me more peace than swallowing tablets”: Women's acceptability and attitudes towards injectable Antiretroviral therapy in prevention of HIV vertical transmission in Uganda
Year: 2025
Type: article
Study design: Observational Study
Abstract: dose.A similar pattern of HBV prevalence was observed across gender and age groups.Discussion: This study shows a significant sociodemographic differences in HBV prevalence, with a rate of 4.3% in underprivileged areas, which is greater than Lagos' 2.1%.Risk variables such as proximity to IDP camps and age-related behaviours contributed to the discrepancy.While 80.2% received the initial vaccine dosage, just 35.4% completed the third.Barriers such as financial constraints highlight the importance of targeted treatments, immunisation, and education in controlling HBV spread, particularly among high-risk populations.Conclusion: The study reveals a 4.3% prevalence of hepatitis B, with the highest infection rate among individuals aged 20-39 years, and males showing a higher prevalence than females.Although vaccination uptake was high for the first dose, adherence declined for subsequent doses.These findings highlight the need for targeted public health interventions, particularly among younger adults and males, to improve awareness and vaccination completion.Enhanced community engagement and sustained vaccination effort s are crucial f or reducing HBV transmission and achieving better coverage.
Author: Ms Deborah Ekusai-Sebatta
Language: English
Subfield: Infectious Diseases
Field: Medicine
Domain: Health Sciences
Open Access status: gold
Estimated APC paid: $2,900
OpenAlex ID: W4408046709