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Feb 2016 DOI 10.14302/issn.2324-7339.jcrhap-15-828
E.E Enwereji,Corresponding author
College of Medicine, Abia State University, Uturu, Nigeria
Introduction Working with people who are HIV positive is a herculean task and relevant theories to assist them medically, psychologically, economically, socially and otherwise are necessary. People who are living positively with HIV and AIDS are usually ridiculed, discriminated against, rejected and…
Feb 2016 DOI 10.14302/issn.2324-7339.jcrhap-13-255
Ronel RoosCorresponding author
People living with HIV (PLWH) are at risk of developing chronic lifestyle diseases such as ischaemic heart disease (IHD). Physical inactivity is a modifiable risk factor for IHD. The level of ambulation physical activity in individuals living with HIV in a South African context is unknown. The aim o…
Jan 2016 DOI 10.14302/issn.2324-7339.jcrhap-13-180
Caroline Okumdi MuoghaluCorresponding author
Perception of Human Immunodeficiency Virus has been topical due to its central place in determining attitudes and care for people living with HIV/AIDS and having implications for the containment of the epidemic. People living with HIV/AIDS face social stigmatization due partly to misconception in th…
Dec 2015 DOI 10.14302/issn.2324-7339.jcrhap-13-264
J. R WernikCorresponding author
Facultad de Medicina, UDELAR, Montevideo, Uruguay;
Phytochemicals (PHT) are a large group of biologically active plant chemicals that may have positive effects on human health such as immune system stimulation, down regulation of inflammatory responses, radical scavenging activities, cell repair function, and antibacterial and antiviral activity. In…
Jun 2015 DOI 10.14302/issn.2324-7339.jcrhap-15-648
Ngozi Immaculata UGWUCorresponding author
HIV/AIDS has become a global scourge affecting mainly young people. Sexual behavior change remains the most effective way of preventing further spread. The aim of this study is to assess the knowledge, perception and practice of safe lifestyles towards prevention of HIV infection among students of a…
May 2015 DOI 10.14302/issn.2324-7339.jcrhap-13-235
Stefano Di BellaCorresponding author
A clinical case of painful mucocutaneous lesions in an HIV‑1 seropositive woman is presented. The report discusses differential diagnosis, diagnostic work‑up in resource‑limited settings, and targeted therapy considerations.
May 2015 DOI 10.14302/issn.2324-7339.jcrhap-14-416
Ghislain Gnimbar PODACorresponding author
Objective: Human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) /acquired immune deficiency syndrome (AIDS) affect all levels of society and drivers are considered as vectors of HIV transmission because of the mobility of their work. The aim of this study was to assess struck drivers’ knowledge, attitudes and practic…
Oct 2014 DOI 10.14302/issn.2324-7339.jcrhap-14-541
Cristóbal S. Berry-CabánCorresponding author
A 25 year old, single, active duty soldier presented to a clinic in Afghanistan complaining of malaise, fatigue, acholic stools, and mild jaundice over a 5- to 7-day period. He had significantly elevated liver transaminase levels approaching 5000 U/L and a positive rapid human immunodeficiency (HIV)…
Jul 2014 DOI 10.14302/issn.2324-7339.jcrhap-13-168
Abigail EatonCorresponding author
This paper examines the association between intimate partner violence and the consistency of condom use in a US urban cohort of HIV-serodiscordant couples. It uses both male and female data from the California Partners Study II of a lower-income ethnically mixed cohort of 145 such couples in the San…
Jul 2014 DOI 10.14302/issn.2324-7339.jcrhap-13-321
Ezinna Ezinne EnwerejiCorresponding author
Background: The use of condoms in marriages is a complex decision. It however plays a role in prevention of HIV and other sexually transmitted infections (STIs). The problem is, what factors and conditions determine consistent condom use among HIV positive women? This study aimed at identifying dete…
Jun 2014 DOI 10.14302/issn.2324-7339.jcrhap-12-158
Ratchneewan RossCorresponding author
It is important to measure depressive symptoms in HIV-infected individuals because depressive symptoms have been found to be correlated with faster progression to AIDS. Worldwide, the CES-D has been used to assess depressive symptoms and examined for its construct validity. However, no previous stud…
Jun 2014 DOI 10.14302/issn.2324-7339.jcrhap-13-239
Corinne LehmannCorresponding author
As advances in treatment and prevention are starting to decrease the magnitude of the Acquired Immunodeficiency Syndrome (AIDS) epidemic in Sub-Saharan Africa, the number of orphans and children surviving Human Immunodeficiency Virus (HIV) infection is growing. To date, little research has been cond…
May 2014 DOI 10.14302/issn.2324-7339.jcrhap-12-147
Ratchneewan RossCorresponding author
Evidence shows that depressive symptoms are associated with faster progression to AIDS in HIV-infected populations. Physical symptoms, self-esteem, and emotional support have been reported to play a major role in contributing to depressive symptoms. However, comparisons of different sources of suppo…
May 2014 DOI 10.14302/issn.2324-7339.jcrhap-12-128
H. Elsa LarsonCorresponding author
This commentary argues for incorporating secondary prevention into the HIV care continuum for patients retained in care. It outlines opportunities to reduce transmission through viral suppression, risk reduction counseling, and supportive services within routine visits.
Feb 2014 DOI 10.14302/issn.2324-7339.jcrhap-13-191
Pariya L. FazeliCorresponding author
Objective: This cross-sectional study examined cognitive subtypes and influential factors in HIV-positive (HIV+) adults. Method: Two-step cluster analysis was conducted on a neurocognitive test battery in a sample (N = 78) of adults and older adults with HIV (Mage = 46.1). Next, cognitive, functiona…
Feb 2014 DOI 10.14302/issn.2324-7339.jcrhap-13-211
D. GustCorresponding author
Recruitment of couples is important for study success. The multi-centered HPTN 052 clinical trial was designed to evaluate whether immediate versus delayed use of ART by HIV-infected individuals would reduce transmission of HIV to their HIV-uninfected partners. The objective of this study was to ret…
Feb 2014 DOI 10.14302/issn.2324-7339.jcrhap-12-157
Nirmal AryalCorresponding author
Background: Human Immunodeficiency Virus (HIV) and antiretroviral therapy (ART) are found to be strongly associated with cardiovascular diseases. Data are sparse on the prevalence and distribution of cardiovascular risk factors among people being treated for HIV in South Asia region. Methods: A cros…
Jan 2014 DOI 10.14302/issn.2324-7339.jcrhap-13-187
D.A. GustCorresponding author
Retention of sufficient numbers of participants in longitudinal research studies is a serious methodological concern, as retention influences the validity of the research findings. An assessment of participant retention or attending all study visits was made quarterly during a 12 month follow-up of…
Jan 2014 DOI 10.14302/issn.2324-7339.jcrhap-13-edt.1.3
B. SharmaCorresponding author
This hypothesis‑driven review considers phytochemicals with putative anti‑HIV activity. It summarizes proposed mechanisms, in vitro evidence, and formulation issues, and calls for standardized assays and clinical trials to determine real‑world efficacy and safety.
Nov 2013 DOI 10.14302/issn.2324-7339.jcrhap-13-200
Ruheena SangrarCorresponding author
Various sporting activities are being used as vehicles for HIV/AIDS education and prevention within the field of sport-for-development (SFD). Kicking AIDS Out! is one SFD program that aims to promote protective attitudes regarding HIV/AIDS amongst youth. This study explored organizers’ perspectives…