Household structure, composition and child mortality in the unfolding antiretroviral therapy era in rural South Africa: comparative evidence from population surveillance, 2000-2015.

ABSTRACT:

Objectives

The structure and composition of the household has important influences on child mortality. However, little is known about these factors in HIV-endemic areas and how associations may change with the introduction and widespread availability of antiretroviral treatment (ART). We use comparative, longitudinal data from two demographic surveillance sites in rural South Africa (2000-2015) on mortality of children younger than 5 years (n=101 105).

Design

We use multilevel discrete time event history analysis to estimate children's probability of dying by their matrilineal residential arrangements. We also test if associations have changed over time with ART availability.

Setting

Rural South Africa.

Participants

Children younger than 5 years (n=101 105).

SUBMITTER: Houle B 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC10030929 | biostudies-literature | 2023 Mar

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature