Use of female-controlled dual protection methods among adolescent girls and young women living with HIV in Northern Uganda: A convergent mixed-methods study.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Adolescent girls and young women living with HIV (AGYWLHIV) in Uganda face dual risks of HIV transmission to male partners and unintended pregnancies. Male condoms require male partner cooperation. Female-controlled dual protection methods (FCDPM) offer a potential solution by enabling AGYWLHIV to independently manage their sexual and reproductive health. This study assessed the prevalence of dual protection methods (DPMs), identified factors influencing their use, and explored reasons for non-use among AGYWLHIV in northern Uganda.

Methods

A parallel convergent mixed-methods study was conducted among the AGYWLHIV attending antiretroviral therapy services at six public health facilities in Lira City and Lira District between November 2022 and April 2023. Participan

SUBMITTER: Kumakech E 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC12233239 | biostudies-literature | 2025

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature