Adherence to antiretroviral therapy among a conflict-affected population in Northeastern Uganda: a qualitative study
Olupot-Olupot, P.; Katawera, A.; Cooper, C.; Small, W.; Anema, A.; Mills, E.
Aids 22(14): 1882-1884
2008
ISSN/ISBN: 1473-5571 PMID: 18753867 DOI: 10.1097/qad.0b013e3283112ba6Document Number: 202543
We aimed to determine patient and health worker concerns regarding antiretroviral adherence in a conflict-affected population using focus groups (n = 40) and semi-structured interviews (n = 11). Patient concerns include security attending clinics, food security, distance to health centers and access to health providers. During periods of famine and flooding, the lack of food security and only single daily meals makes taking multiple doses impossible. Possible facilitating strategies included mobile teams, increased security and regularity of drug stocks.