Challenges in managing HIV and non-communicable diseases and health workers' perception regarding integrated management of non-communicable diseases during routine HIV care in South Central Uganda: A qualitative study.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Non-communicable diseases are highly prevalent among adults living with HIV, emphasizing the need for comprehensive healthcare strategies. However, a dearth of knowledge exists regarding the health systems challenges in managing HIV and non-communicable diseases and the perception of health workers regarding the integrated management of non-communicable diseases during routine HIV care in rural Ugandan settings. This study aims to bridge this knowledge gap by exploring the health system challenges in managing HIV and non-communicable diseases and health workers' perception regarding the integration of non-communicable diseases in routine HIV care in South Central Uganda.

Methods

In this qualitative study, we collected data from 20 purposively selected key informan

SUBMITTER: Kasango A 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC11335126 | biostudies-literature | 2024

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature