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Accessing HIV care services by key populations - An Ubuntu philosophy reflection.
Idah Moyo1, Livhuwani Tshivhase
1Department of Health Studies, College of Human Sciences, University of South Africa, Pretoria. idahbandamoyo@gmail.com.
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Summary
Key populations in Africa face significant barriers accessing HIV care services due to stigma and discrimination. Integrating Ubuntu philosophy into healthcare training can improve access and support HIV epidemic control.
Area of Science:
- Public Health
- Social Sciences
- Medical Ethics
Background:
- Key populations in Africa experience disproportionately high HIV rates.
- Stigma and discrimination hinder healthcare access for key populations.
- Addressing these gaps is crucial for achieving HIV epidemic control.
Purpose of the Study:
- To explore factors influencing HIV care access for key populations in Africa.
- To synthesize findings using Ubuntu philosophy.
- To identify strategies for improving HIV care service accessibility.
Main Methods:
- Integrative literature review of studies from 2014-2024.
- Searched multiple databases using keywords: Africa, HIV care services, key populations, Ubuntu.
- Included qualitative and quantitative peer-reviewed studies conducted in Africa.
Main Results:
- Identified themes: non-inclusive healthcare environments, negative healthcare worker attitudes, and pervasive stigma/discrimination.
- These factors create significant barriers to HIV care access.
- Findings highlight challenges faced by key populations in seeking HIV services.
Conclusions:
- A paradigm shift is needed in healthcare provider training in Southern Africa.
- In-service and pre-service training should integrate Ubuntu's humane values.
- This integration can improve healthcare access for key populations and advance HIV control.
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