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Background:

  • Late detection of Human Immunodeficiency Virus (HIV) infection is a significant public health concern in Georgia.
  • Increasing prevalence and late diagnosis among females necessitate gender-sensitive HIV services.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To identify gender-based barriers influencing timely HIV diagnosis and treatment in Georgia.
  • To inform the development of a more gender-sensitive national HIV response.

Main Methods:

  • Cross-sectional study involving 182 HIV-infected individuals (74 females, 108 males) in Georgia.
  • Data collected via face-to-face interviews using a specially designed questionnaire.
  • Simple random sampling from the registry of HIV-infected patients.

Main Results:

  • While awareness levels were similar, men were more likely to have heard of HIV/AIDS before diagnosis.
  • HIV infection carries greater stigma for women, with higher fear of abandonment and a tendency to hide diagnosis.
  • Men reported more illness-related unemployment and treatment interruptions; women were more likely to inform family and be accompanied to medical visits.

Conclusions:

  • Stigma remains a significant barrier to HIV service utilization in Georgia, disproportionately affecting women.
  • Gender-specific interventions are crucial for improving HIV awareness and promoting timely diagnosis and treatment.
  • National HIV programs should focus on addressing gender-based stigma to enhance service accessibility and adherence.