NDLI: Influence of intensified adherence counselling on viral load suppression of people receiving antiretroviral therapy at a health centre IV in southwestern Uganda: a qualitative study

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Author	Pius, Atwau Josephine, Najjuma Nambi Erick, Sibo Winifred, Agoa Rita, Mukashyaka Silverjoseph, Okoli Lucy, Ezatiru Novatus, Nyemara
Abstract	Background The prevalence of Human Immunodeficiency Virus (HIV) among adults and children in Uganda is 6.2% and 0.5% respectively. The prevalence of viral load suppression in Uganda among all adults and children living with HIV is 59.6% and 39.3% respectively. High viral load compromises on the quality of life of an individual, and as well increases on the risk of transmission of the virus to the unborn for pregnant mothers and to the spouse. The UNAID 90-90-90 campaign recommends that 90% know their status, 90% get treatment and 90% have viral suppression. Non-adherence to Antiretroviral Therapy (ART) is one of the causes of the high viral load. The world health organization recommends Intensified Adherence Counselling (IAC) be given to all individuals with a high viral load. The perceptions, attitudes and practices of people receiving IAC is important in understanding how best IAC should be implemented. Methods A qualitative study was done among 30 purposively selected individuals/guardians of children receiving ART and IAC at Kyabugimbi Health Center Four [HC IV (mini-hospital headed by a medical doctor)]. Data collected from Focus Group Discussion as audio-recordings in local language (Runyankole) was transcribed and later translated into English. Translated transcripts were analyzed manually using thematic content analysis. Results The major themes identified include: adherence to ART; change of attitude towards ART after IAC, IAC expectation and outcomes, IAC and stigma, and improving social support through IAC for PLWHIV. Conclusion Participating in IAC to be informative and led to change in their perceptions of HIV and better understanding the reasons for adherence to ART. IAC influenced the change in attitude and behavior thus seeking social support and mitigate stigma, which lead to a better ART adherence. However, there is need to improve on the way it is delivered both in structural setting and break down and packaging of information.
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DOI	10.1186/s12981-021-00372-w
Journal	AIDS Research and Therapy
Issue Number	1
Volume Number	18
Language	English
Publisher	BioMed Central
Publisher Date	2021-07-28
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Subject Keyword	Infectious Diseases Virology ART Uganda Adherence perceptions Attitudes Practices Intensified Adherence Counseling (IAC)
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Subject	Molecular Medicine Virology Pharmacology (medical)
Journal Impact Factor	2.1/2023
5-Year Journal Impact Factor	2.4/2023

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