Exploring HIV Self-Testing: Barriers and Facilitators among Undergraduate Students

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dc.contributor.authorMuendo, Nicholas
dc.contributor.authorThigiti, Joseph
dc.contributor.authorTembu, Osborn
dc.date.accessioned2024-05-23T13:29:21Z
dc.date.available2024-05-23T13:29:21Z
dc.date.issued2024-04
dc.descriptionArticleen_US
dc.description.abstractIntroduction: Globally, 36.7 million individuals live with HIV/AIDS, with 2.5 million new cases annually. Youth (14-25 years) account for 45% of these new infections. Those aged 15-24 years are less likely to be aware of their HIV status and engage in HIV care compared to older adults. This study explores the use of HIV self-testing to improve access to HIV care among Kenyatta University undergraduates. Objective: To identify barriers and facilitators to HIV self-testing in this group. Methodology: Employing multistage cluster sampling, 398 students were surveyed using a self-administered questionnaire. Results: Of the participants (median age 21 years, 1:1.03 male-to-female ratio), 91.7% understood HIV's seriousness, with sexual intercourse as the primary transmission mode. Self-testing usage was 28.8%. Key barriers included fear of partner reaction, stigma, and lack of confidence. Significant facilitators were being female, knowledgeable about HIV, and sexually active. Conclusion: Only 24% had prior HIV testing experience. The study highlights the importance of addressing fears and misconceptions while leveraging knowledge and sexual activity awareness to promote HIV self-testing.en_US
dc.identifier.citationMuendo, N., Thigiti, J., & Tembu, O. (2024). Exploring HIV Self-Testing: Barriers and Facilitators among Undergraduate Students. International Journal of General Practice-1 (3), 16-25.en_US
dc.identifier.urihttps://mail.jphi-healthcarejournals.net/article/2103/ijgp-24-5041.pdf
dc.identifier.urihttps://ir-library.ku.ac.ke/handle/123456789/27896
dc.language.isoenen_US
dc.publisherIJGPen_US
dc.titleExploring HIV Self-Testing: Barriers and Facilitators among Undergraduate Studentsen_US
dc.typeArticleen_US
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