Introduction Adherence to HIV antiretroviral therapy (ART) is a critical determinant of HIV‐1
RNA viral suppression and health outcomes. It is generally accepted that HIV‐related stigma …

Background Stigma is associated with health conditions that drive disease burden in low-
and middle-income countries (LMICs), including HIV, tuberculosis, mental health problems …

Introduction HIV‐related stigma and discrimination continue to hamper efforts to prevent new
infections and engage people in HIV treatment, care and support programmes. The …

HIV status disclosure is central to debates about HIV because of its potential for HIV
prevention and its links to privacy and confidentiality as human-rights issues. Our review of …

HIV/AIDS-related stigma and discrimination have a substantial impact on people living with
HIV/AIDS (PLHA). The objectives of this study were:(1) to determine the associations of two …

There is no question that the stigma and discrimination associated with HIV and AIDS can
be reduced through intervention. The inclusion of stigma and discrimination reduction as a …

Introduction Same‐sex practices and orientation are both stigmatized and criminalized in
many countries across sub‐Saharan Africa. This study aimed to assess the relationship of …

HIV-related stigma has a damaging effect on health outcomes among people living with HIV
(PLWH), as studies have associated it with poor HIV medication adherence and depressive …

Since the early years of the human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) epidemic, stigma has been
understood to be a major barrier to successful HIV prevention, care, and treatment. This …

Introduction HIV stigma inflicts hardship and suffering on people living with HIV (PLHIV) and
interferes with both prevention and treatment efforts. Health professionals are often named …