Sociodemographic correlates of late HIV diagnosis among men who have sex with men (MSM) in Ghana.
AIDS Care
; 36(6): 807-815, 2024 06.
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| ID: mdl-38460152
ABSTRACT
Timely HIV diagnosis and medical engagement are crucial for effective viral load suppression and treatment as prevention. However, significant delays persist, particularly in Africa, including Ghana. This study focused on Ghanaian men whose route of exposure to HIV was through same-gender sexual contact (MSM), a group disproportionately impacted by HIV. Using structured surveys, we investigated the sociodemographic factors associated with late HIV diagnosis, a topic with limited existing research. Results indicate that older age groups were associated with an increased risk of late diagnosis compared to the 18-24 age group. Among the demographic variables studied, only age showed a consistent association with late HIV diagnosis. This study underscores the importance of targeted interventions to address HIV diagnosis disparities among MSM in Ghana, particularly for older age groups. The findings emphasize the need for tailored interventions addressing age-related disparities in timely diagnosis and engagement with medical services among this population. Such interventions can play a crucial role in reducing the burden of HIV within this community and fostering improved public health outcomes.
Mots clés
Texte intégral:
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Collection:
01-internacional
Base de données:
MEDLINE
Sujet principal:
Infections à VIH
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Homosexualité masculine
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Retard de diagnostic
Limites:
Adolescent
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Adult
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Humans
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Male
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Middle aged
Pays/Région comme sujet:
Africa
Langue:
En
Journal:
AIDS Care
Sujet du journal:
SINDROME DA IMUNODEFICIENCIA ADQUIRIDA (AIDS)
Année:
2024
Type de document:
Article
Pays d'affiliation:
États-Unis d'Amérique