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Intrapartum human immunodeficiency virus transmission rate in a central hospital in the Western Cape province after universal antiretroviral therapy roll-out

Southern African Journal of Infectious Diseases, 2020
The national human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) mother-to-child transmission rate at 6–10 weeks post-partum was 0.9% in 2016. There is a paucity of data about the intrapartum transmission rate after lifelong antiretroviral therapy was implemented in 2015.
Tian A. van der Merwe, Gert U. van Zyl, Carl J. Lombard, Gerhard B. Theron   +3 more
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Predictors of Exclusive Breastfeeding Amongst Mothers Living With HIV in Sub‐Saharan Africa: A Scoping Review

Health Science Reports, Volume 9, Issue 9, September 2026.
ABSTRACT Background and Aim Exclusive breastfeeding (EBF) reduces infant mortality and HIV vertical transmission (VT). The 2016 World Health Organisation (WHO) guidelines recommend 6 months of EBF for mothers living with HIV (MLWH) on antiretroviral therapy, yet uptake in sub‐Saharan Africa (SSA) remains low, and evidence on predictors is fragmented ...
Lydia Ives, Xinyi Ji, Mojisola Deborah Kupolati, Angel Macia Khoza, Phumudzo Tshiambara   +4 more
wiley   +1 more source

Coverage, quality and uptake of pmtct services in south africa: results of a national cross-sectional pmtct survey (sapmtcte, 2010) [PDF]

, 2013
Master of Public Health - MPHTwo quantitative studies were carried out in randomly-selected facilities within all nine provinces of South Africa. First, a situational assessment of these randomly selected facilities was undertaken using key informant ...
Woldesenbet, Selamawit
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Process Evaluation of Prevention of Mother-to-Child Transmission of HIV Service at Gondar City Administration Governmental Health Facilities, Northwest Ethiopia: A Mixed Approach Case Study Evaluation Design

HIV/AIDS: Research and Palliative Care, 2021
Bewuketu Terefe,1 Adane Kebede,2 Getasew Amare Muche2 1Department of Community Health Nursing, School of Nursing, College of Medicine and Health Science, University of Gondar, Gondar, Amhara, Ethiopia; 2Department of Health System and Policy, Institute ...
Terefe B, Kebede A, Amare Muche G
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Exploring the meanings of male partner involvement in the prevention of MTCT of HIV in Zimbabwe

HTS Teologiese Studies/Theological Studies, 2020
Male partner involvement (MPI) in the prevention of mother-to-child transmission (PMTCT) of human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) is considered as one of the priority interventions in reducing paediatric HIV.
Vimbai Chibango
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The Prevalence and Factors Associated With HIV Testing among Adolescent Girls and Young Women in the Gambia–Evidence From the 2019/2020 Demographic and Health Survey

Health Science Reports, Volume 9, Issue 9, September 2026.
ABSTRACT Background and Aim Human Immuno‐deficiency Virus (HIV) testing serves as the essential entry point to prevention, treatment, and care. Despite progress, uptake remains low among adolescent girls and young women (AGYW) in sub‐Saharan Africa (SSA), specifically The Gambia.
Ntokozo Nokuzola Chwayita Mgwexelwa, Habtamu Tilaye Wubetie, Siphesihle Robin Nxele, Alfred Musekiwa   +3 more
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Knowledge and Attitude on Prevention of Mother to Child Transmission of HIV Among Pregnant Women Attending Reproductive and Child Health Clinic at Temeke District [PDF]

, 2011
The acquired immune deficiency syndrome (AIDS) epidemic is the greatest challenge to human kind in the 21st century. In 2009, around 400,000 children under 15yrs became infected with HIV.
Mujumali, Nyasinde
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Pregnant Women’s Knowledge, Attitude, and Practice Towards the Prevention of Mother to Child Transmission of HIV/AIDS in Dil Chora Referral Hospital, Dire Dawa, Eastern Ethiopia: A Cross-Sectional Study

HIV/AIDS: Research and Palliative Care, 2022
Solomon Cherie,1,2 Hailemariam Workie,3 Teshager Kassie,4 Aschalew Bitew,5 Tsion Samuel3 1Debre Markos University, College of Health and Medical Science, School of Medicine, Debre Markos, Ethiopia; 2Dire Dawa University, College of Health and Medical ...
Cherie S, Workie H, Kassie T, Bitew A, Samuel T   +4 more
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Verification of False Reactivity in HIV Rapid Diagnostic Tests and Its Translation Into the Three Tests Algorithm in Cameroon

Journal of Clinical Laboratory Analysis, Volume 40, Issue 18, September 2026.
Verification study enabled the detection of HIV false reactivity ranging from 0‐4% across rapid diagnostic tests. A reliable three‐tests algorithm ranked First Response HIV 1‐2‐0 Card, First Response HIV1+2/Syphilis Combo or STANDARD Q as suitable test 1 to mitigate false positive events. As countries move toward HIV elimination, implementing the three‐
Rogers Ajeh Awoh, Désiré Takou, Isidore Oscar Bienvenu Etogo Ondigui, Roger Onana, Etienne Kembou, Collins Chenwi, Daniel Mabongo, Grace Beloumou Angong, Laetitia Bissai, Aude Christelle Ka'e, Alex Durand Nka, Ezechiel Ngoufack Jagni Semengue, Nadine Fainguem, Daniele Simnoue, Florine Tsimene, Sandrine Djupsa, Jaurès Metambou, Aurelie Kengne, Arlette Messeh, Gilbert Tchatchoua, Naomi‐Karell Etame, Michel Tommo, Krystel Zam Nnomo, Edith Temgoua, Basil Yaba, Gregory Edie Halle Ekane, Carlo‐Federico Perno, Vittorio Colizzi, Nicaise Ndembi, Diaby Ousmane, Joelle Bouba Pamen, Alexis Ndjolo, Celine Lastrucci, Joseph Fokam, Malachie Manouada   +34 more
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Factors Associated with PMTCT Cascade Completion in Four African Countries [PDF]

AIDS Research and Treatment, 2016
Background. Many countries are working to reduce or eliminate mother-to-child transmission (MTCT) of HIV. Prevention efforts have been conceptualized as steps in a cascade but cascade completion rates during and after pregnancy are low. Methods. A cross-sectional survey was performed across 26 communities in Cameroon, Cote d’Ivoire, South Africa, and ...
Tita, Alan T. N., Kasaro, Margaret, Ekouevi, Didier Koumavi, Welty, Thomas K., Chi, Benjamin H., Westfall, Andrew O., Dionne-Odom, Jodie, Tih, Pius M.   +7 more
openaire   +3 more sources