Exploring barriers to PMTCT: perceptions of HIV-positive pregnant women in western Kenya
The study concludes that HIV-positive pregnant women in western Kenya face significant challenges in adhering to PMTCT protocols because of persistent myths, stigma, and socioeconomic barriers. Recommendations include enhancing education and support systems to improve adherence to PMTCT and reduce MTCT rates.
Authors
- Evonne Mwangale Kiptinness (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0002-9499-4717)
Institutions
- Daystar University (KE)
Publication Details
- Journal
- AIDS Research and Therapy
- Published
- 2025-10-08
- DOI
- https://doi.org/10.1186/s12981-025-00779-9
- Primary Topic
- HIV/AIDS Research and Interventions
- Type
- article
- Field-Weighted Citation Impact
- 0.00