The challenge of dealing with non-AIDS comorbidities for people living with HIV: Perspectives and experiences of patients and healthcare providers
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https://hdl.handle.net/10037/30149Dato
2023-03-13Type
Journal articleTidsskriftartikkel
Peer reviewed
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van Koeveringe, Julia Maria; Liaño Callahan, Elizabeth; George, Mala; Russo, Teklu Teshome; Seifu, Biruk; Spigt, MarcusSammendrag
As the cohort of People Living with HIV (PLHIV) ages, so does the spectrum
and burden of non-AIDS define HIV-associated conditions (NARC). PLHIV
are likely to need different and increased healthcare services. It requires
health systems to adapt to this disease trend and conform to a chronic
care model, which respects the distinct needs of the ageing population.
In this article, we explore the lived experiences of PLHIV and their
healthcare providers in managing the challenges of dealing with NARC
in Arba Minch, Southern Ethiopia. This study utilises interpretative
substantive methods, encompassing qualitative interviews and Focus
Group Discussions. The Normalisation Practice Theory (NPT) guided the
semi-structured questions concerning routine screenings and current
models of HIV care for ageing individuals. The main structural
challenges in providing adequate geriatric care included: (i) the lack of
awareness of the risk of NARCs; (ii) the absence of blended care; (iii) an
HIV-centred approach exclusive of multidisciplinary care; and (iv)
financial constraints. In an era with increasing NARCs, traditional HIV
care models must adapt to the emerging challenges of a ‘greying’ and
growing population.
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Taylor & FrancisSitering
van Koeveringe, Liaño Callahan, George, Russo, Seifu, Spigt. The challenge of dealing with non-AIDS comorbidities for people living with HIV: Perspectives and experiences of patients and healthcare providers. Global Public Health. 2023;18(1)Metadata
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