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Review of behavioral interventions for reducing the risk of HIV/AIDS in occupational settings

Year: 2026

Type: article

Study designs: Systematic Review, Meta-Analysis

Abstract: In this review, randomized controlled trials of behavioral interventions for reducing the risk of HIV in occupational settings, were systematically identified through electronic and hand searches, they were then classified and then assessed for methodological quality. Data were analyzed using meta-analysis. This study found that condom use was the most effective intervention for reducing the risk of HIV infection among workers in occupational settings. The provision of Information, Education and Communications (IEC) material, reducing the number of sex partners, improving care for Sexually Transmitted Infections (STIs) and HIV, and increasing knowledge, Attitudes, Practices and Behaviors (KAPBs) were also effective in reducing the risk of HIV among workers. Recommendations coming from this study have immediate implications for service delivery in occupational settings. Knowing which behaviour change intervention is most effective will assist employers in occupational settings in allocating resources appropriately.

Source: Human Science Research Council SA

DOI: 10.14749/32385903

Author: Human Sciences Research Council

Language: English

Topic: HIV/AIDS Research and Interventions

Subfield: Infectious Diseases

Field: Medicine

Domain: Health Sciences

SDGs: Good health and well-being, Decent work and economic growth

Open Access status: green

Funder: Human Sciences Research Council

OpenAlex ID: W7162198994

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