Effects of Stigmatization/Discrimination on Antiretroviral Therapy Adherence among HIV-Infected Patients in a Rural Tertiary Medical Center in Nigeria

Conclusion:
The PLWHAs with low levels of stigmatization and discrimination are more likely to adhere to ART than those with high levels. Counseling services and health education on adherence should be a strong component of all PLWHA care.

Source: Journal of the International Association of Physicians in AIDS Care (JIAPAC) - May 6, 2014 Category: Infectious Diseases Authors: Omosanya, O. E., Elegbede, O. T., Agboola, S. M., Isinkaye, A. O., Omopariola, O. A. Tags: Antiretroviral Therapy Source Type: research