SJ Public Health Africa
Attitude towards HIV related stigma among adolescents living with HIV at Kitebi Health Centre III, Wakiso district. A cross-sectional study
By Joseline Namanya, Tobius Mutabazi, Franciso Ssemuwemba and 3 others.
Abstract
Background
Adolescents’ attitudes toward HIV and related stigma influence their willingness to seek care and engage in treatment. Therefore, this study aims to assess the attitude towards HIV related stigma among adolescents living with HIV at Kitebi Health Centre III, Wakiso district. Methodology: This study employed a descriptive cross-sectional study design. It consisted of adolescents aged 10 to 19 years getting their treatment at Kitebi Health Centre III. Data was collected using a structured questionnaire and analyzed using Microsoft Excel.