Evaluation of a peer-support, 'mentor mother' program in Gaza, Mozambique; a qualitative study.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Retention in prevention of mother-to-child transmission of HIV programs is critical to reduce vertical transmission. To addresses challenges with retention, Mozambique launched a peer-support program in 2018, in which HIV-positive mothers provide adherence support as mentor mothers (MMs) for HIV-positive pregnant and lactating women and HIV-exposed and infected children.

Methods

A descriptive qualitative evaluation was conducted across nine facilities in Gaza Province to assess the acceptability and barriers to implementation of the mentor mother program (MMP) among those receiving services and providing services. In-depth interviews and focus group discussions were conducted with MMs, MM supervisors, health care workers (HCWs), HIV-positive mothers enrolled in th

SUBMITTER: Katirayi L 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC10976814 | biostudies-literature | 2024 Mar

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature