What innovative ways can one use to promote consistent uptake of HIV testing among Marps without the fear of stigmatization from the community or other healthcare providers in Sub-Saharan Africa?
Ezra,
In terms of stigma, educational strategies need to be promotec in the community to dispell myths about HIV transmission, etiologies and treatment. Design a public health strategy which emphasizes the importance of testing and early diagnosis.
Earlier in my career I worked in a clinic to coordinate an awareness of the disease. Getting education out into the community is critical.
Michele
HIV self-testing
http://www.unaids.org/sites/default/files/media_asset/JC2603_self-testing_en_0.pdf
Connect with orgs around the world that already have done something similar so you don't need to recreate the wheel. The FXB Center at Rutgers School of Nursing offers technical assistance and training - they may be a good resource for you. Google them for their website and contact info. -w.
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Train members of the MARPS' community to promote HIV/STI Testing. There are very interesting interventions proven to be effective DEBIs (deffusion of evidence based interventions), Best of lucks ! Mariana
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