scholarly journals Disclosure, Multiple Sex Partners, and Consistent Condom Use among HIV Positive Adults on Antiretroviral Therapy in Johannesburg, South Africa

2014 ◽  
Vol 04 (01) ◽  
pp. 62-73 ◽  
Author(s):  
Sphiwe Madiba ◽  
Beverley Letsoalo
Keyword(s):  
South Africa ◽  
Antiretroviral Therapy ◽  
Condom Use ◽  
Consistent Condom ◽  
Hiv Positive ◽  
Sex Partners ◽  
Consistent Condom Use ◽  
Multiple Sex Partners ◽  
Hiv Positive Adults

Consistent condom use in relationships between seropositive injecting drug users and sex partners who do not inject drugs

AIDS ◽  
1994 ◽  
Vol 8 (3) ◽  
pp. 357-362 ◽  
Author(s):  
Samuel R. Friedman ◽  
Benny Jose ◽  
Alan Neaigus ◽  
Marjorie Goldstein ◽  
Richard Curtis ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Condom Use ◽  
Drug Users ◽  
Injecting Drug Users ◽  
Consistent Condom ◽  
Sex Partners ◽  
Consistent Condom Use

scholarly journals Inconsistent Condom Use among Public Primary Care Patients with Tuberculosis in South Africa

2012 ◽  
Vol 2012 ◽  
pp. 1-6 ◽  
Author(s):  
Gladys Matseke ◽  
Karl Peltzer ◽  
Julia Louw ◽  
Pamela Naidoo ◽  
Gugu Mchunu ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
South Africa ◽  
Primary Care ◽  
Condom Use ◽  
Multivariable Analysis ◽  
High Rate ◽  
Consistent Condom ◽  
Consistent Condom Use ◽  
Inconsistent Condom ◽  
The Past ◽  
Inconsistent Condom Use

The high rate of HIV infections among tuberculosis (TB) patients in South Africa calls for urgent HIV reduction interventions in this subpopulation. While correct and consistent condom use is one of the effective means of HIV prevention among sexually active people, there is insufficient research on condom use among TB patients in South Africa. The aim of this paper was to determine the prevalence of inconsistent condom use among public primary care TB patients and its associated factors using a sample of 4900 TB patients from a cross-sectional survey in three health districts in South Africa. Results indicated that when asked about their consistency of condom use in the past 3 months, 63.5% of the participants reported that they did not always use condoms. In the multivariable analysis, being married (OR=1.66; 95% CI 1.25–2.20) or cohabitating or separated, divorced, or widowed (OR=3.67; 1.85–7.29), lower educational level (OR=0.66; 0.46–0.94), greater poverty (OR=1.60; 1.25–2.20), not having HIV status disclosed (OR=0.34; 0.25–0.48), sexual partner on antiretroviral treatment (OR=0.38; 0.23–0.60), and partner alcohol use before sex (OR=1.56; 1.30–1.90) were significantly associated with inconsistent condom use in the past 3 months. The low proportion of consistent condom use among TB patients needs to be improved.

scholarly journals “I enjoy sex more without condoms": revisiting barriers and facilitators of consistent condom use among adolescents and young adults in South Africa

2021 ◽  
Author(s):  
Anthony Ajayi ◽  
Olumuyiwa Omonaiye ◽  
Charlotte Nwogwugwu
Keyword(s):  
South Africa ◽  
Young People ◽  
Condom Use ◽  
Financial Support ◽  
Consistent Condom ◽  
Sexually Active ◽  
Partner Communication ◽  
Consistent Condom Use ◽  
Inconsistent Condom ◽  
Inconsistent Condom Use

Abstract Background Previous studies have examined consistent condom use correlates in South Africa, focusing on sociodemographic factors, HIV risk perceptions, relationship conflict, multiple sexual partners, and masculinity. However, the effect of family financial support, HIV testing, partner communication and self-efficacy for HIV prevention is less studied. We drew from a cross-sectional survey to address this gap and highlight the key barriers and facilitators of consistent condom use among young people. Methods We analysed data obtained from 631 unmarried sexually active male and females students selected using stratified sampling from a university in Eastern Cape Province of South Africa. Consistent condom use was defined as regular use of condoms in all sexual encounters in the past year. We used an open-ended question to probe the reasons for inconsistent condom use. Adjusted and unadjusted regression analysis were fitted to examine factors associated with consistent condom use. Results The prevalence of consistent condom use was 39.3% (CI: 35.5%-43.2%), with no significant gender and age differences. After adjusting for relevant covariates, living with foster parents (AOR; 1.80 95% CI; 1.09-2.97), adequate family financial support (AOR; 2.49 95% CI; 1.71-3.62), partner knew status (AOR; 1.91 95% CI; 1.09-3.37) and feeling confident in one's ability to prevent HIV (AOR; 1.77 95% CI; 1.09-2.86) were associated with increased odds of consistent condom use. However, self-report of low condom self-efficacy (AOR; 0.58 95% CI; 0.40-0.85) and alcohol use (AOR; 0.83 95% CI; 0.58-1.19) were associated with lower odds of consistent condom use. Young people who inconsistently used condoms reiterated that sex is often unplanned and condoms are not always available. The desire for maximum pleasure, partner's objection, trust, and use of hormonal contraceptives were further reasons others inconsistently use condoms. Conclusions Inconsistent condom use remains a challenge among unmarried sexually active young people in South Africa. Education of young people on the need for partner communication about HIV, HIV testing uptake, and condom use should happen more rigorously in school and through the media to improve their consistent use of condoms.

Prevalence of Consistent Condom Use with Various Types of Sex Partners and Associated Factors among Money Boys in Changsha, China

2015 ◽  
Vol 12 (4) ◽  
pp. 936-945 ◽  
Author(s):  
Lian-Hong Wang ◽  
Jin Yan ◽  
Guo-Li Yang ◽  
Shuo Long ◽  
Yong Yu ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Condom Use ◽  
Associated Factors ◽  
Consistent Condom ◽  
Sex Partners ◽  
Consistent Condom Use ◽  
Money Boys

scholarly journals Growth curve modelling to determine distinct BMI trajectory groups in HIV-positive adults on antiretroviral therapy in South Africa

AIDS ◽  
2019 ◽  
Vol 33 (13) ◽  
pp. 2049-2059
Author(s):  
Alana T. Brennan ◽  
Kaitlyn M. Berry ◽  
Sydney Rosen ◽  
Andrew Stokes ◽  
Nigel J. Crowther ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
South Africa ◽  
Antiretroviral Therapy ◽  
Growth Curve ◽  
Hiv Positive ◽  
Hiv Positive Adults ◽  
Growth Curve Modelling ◽  
Bmi Trajectory

scholarly journals Correction: The Impact of Gender Norms on Condom Use among HIV-Positive Adults in KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa

PLoS ONE ◽  
2015 ◽  
Vol 10 (6) ◽  
pp. e0129637 ◽  
Author(s):  
Kristin Fladseth ◽  
Mitzy Gafos ◽  
Marie Louise Newell ◽  
Nuala McGrath
Keyword(s):  
South Africa ◽  
Condom Use ◽  
Gender Norms ◽  
Hiv Positive ◽  
Kwazulu Natal ◽  
Hiv Positive Adults ◽  
The Impact

scholarly journals Prevalence of Depression among HIV-Positive Adults on Antiretroviral Therapy in O.R. Tambo, Eastern Cape, South Africa: A cross-sectional descriptive study

2020 ◽  
Author(s):  
Dlulane Yola Zimasa ◽  
Apalata Teke ◽  
Dominic Targema Abaver
Keyword(s):  
South Africa ◽  
Logistic Regression ◽  
Antiretroviral Therapy ◽  
Descriptive Study ◽  
Hiv Positive ◽  
Eastern Cape ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Prevalence Of Depression ◽  
Hiv Positive Adults ◽  
Hiv Aids

Abstract Background Living with HIV/AIDS is associated with negative emotional and bodily symptoms; however, there is paucity of data on the prevalence and associated factors depression among this population. This study investigate the prevalence and factors contributing to depression among HIV-positive adults on antiretroviral therapy (ART) in O.R. Tambo Eastern Cape, South Africa. Method This cross-sectional descriptive study involved 334 adults receiving ART in the two Community Health Centers in OR Tambo District, Eastern Cape, South Africa. The Beck’s Depression Inventory (BDI-II) was used to collect data, in addition to a semi-structured questionnaire on coping mechanism and challenges in seeking help with depressive symptoms. Multiple logistic regression analysis were used to assess the factors associated with depression among the HIV-positive adults. Results The prevalence of depression among the HIV-positive adults receiving ART was 44%, and the majority of the patient’s depression fall within the borderline and moderate threshold. The prevalence of depression was significantly higher among females (71.0%; p < 0.0003) and unemployed (73.0%; p < 0.0014) HIV-positive adults. Participants not benefiting from any form of social grant exhibited higher prevalence of depression (79%). Race (p=0.590), age (p=0.338) and married participants (p=0.511) show no statistical significant association between HIV-positive adults accessing ART and depression. Unadjusted logistic regression model show being female (OR = 1.99, 95% CI: 1.23-3.23; p < 0.003) and unemployed (OR =1.73, 95% CI: 1.08-2.77; p < 0.014) were significantly associated with a likelihood of depression. Majority of the participants who could express their feelings of HIV disease and challenges in accessing ART felt more depressed (85%) compared to those who could not express their feelings.Conclusion The rate of depression among HIV/AIDS patients receiving ART is high. Early detection of depression and the challenges associated with accessing treatment and treating would help in improving the compliance to treatment as well as quality of life.

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