Health Care : Current Reviews

Department of Community Medicine, University of Nigeria, Nsukka, Nigeria

Publications

• Research Article   
  Socio-Cultural Determinants of HIV/AIDS Transmission: Implications for Prevention in Fundong Health District of the North West Region of Cameroon
  Author(s): Calvin Ncha OyongAkom* and Douglas F. E. Nwagbo
  
  Introduction: Despite the efforts put in place by the Cameroon government to prevent the spread of HIV in Cameroon, new cases of infections keep increasing over the years. This is partly because the cultural aspect as a predisposing factor to the transmission of the virus is always neglected. The study was aimed at identifying cultural determinants that leads to the transmission of HIV, including sexual behaviors and challenges HIV patients face. The purpose is to present empirical evidence for stake holders and policy makers to utilize in order to curb the spread of HIV. Methods: A descriptive cross sectional study design was used where 288 HIV patients were randomly selected from HIV patients visiting Fundong District Hospital and St. Martin de Porres Catholic General Hospital, Njinikom. A consent form was signed by all .. View more»
  

  DOI: 10.35248/2375-4273.22.10.301

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