Objective: To identify factors that could explain differences in rate of spread of HIV between
different regions in sub-Saharan Africa. Design: Cross-sectional study. Methods: The study …

Background Although local spatiotemporal analysis can improve understanding of
geographic variation of the HIV epidemic, its drivers, and the search for targeted …

In this study, we hypothesize that HIV geographical clusters (geospatial areas with
significantly higher numbers of HIV positive individuals) can behave as the highly connected …

Objective: To assess the spread of HIV into rural areas. Methods: Since 1994 a demographic
surveillance system (with 5-monthly rounds) and open adult cohort study have been …

The design and evaluation of national HIV programs often rely on aggregated national data,
which may obscure localized HIV epidemics. In Ethiopia, even though the national adult HIV …

Background Utilizing population-based survey data in epidemiological research with a
spatial perspective can integrate valuable context into the dynamics of HIV prevalence in …

Introduction: Focusing resources for HIV control on geographic areas of greatest need in
countries with generalized epidemics has been recommended to increase cost …

This paper examines the trends and perceived determinants of HIV/AIDS in Thamaga and its
surrounding villages of Gakgatla, Kumakwane, and Mankgodi. Data was collected mainly …

Introduction Despite progress towards the Joint United Nations Programme on HIV/AIDS 95-
95-95 targets, South Africa is still suffering from one of the largest HIV epidemics globally. In …

Background Tuberculosis (TB) and human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) are the leading
causes of infectious-disease-related deaths in Ethiopia, but little is known about their spatial …