International Journal of HIV/AIDS Prevention, Education and Behavioural Science

Volume 1, Issue 1, June 2015

  • Perceived Susceptibility of Persons with Physical Disability to Factors Contributing to the Risk of Contracting HIV in Cameroon: A Qualitative Study

    Elvis E. Tarkang, Prosper M. Lutala

    Issue: Volume 1, Issue 1, June 2015
    Pages: 1-7
    Received: 22 May 2015
    Accepted: 31 May 2015
    Published: 15 June 2015
    DOI: 10.11648/j.ijhpebs.20150101.11
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    Abstract: Persons with disabilities (PWDs) constitute about 15% of the world population and 5% of Cameroon population. Persons with physical disability have been identified as one of the vulnerable groups to HIV due to several challenges posed by their disability. They represent one of the largest and most underserved population, have an unmet needs for heal... Show More
  • Adolescents and Young Women’s Perceived Reasons for the Continued HIV/AIDS Prevalence in Kumba, Cameroon: A Qualitative Study

    Elvis Enowbeyang Tarkang, Virginio Pietra

    Issue: Volume 1, Issue 1, June 2015
    Pages: 8-13
    Received: 22 May 2015
    Accepted: 31 May 2015
    Published: 15 June 2015
    DOI: 10.11648/j.ijhpebs.20150101.12
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    Abstract: In Kumba, Cameroon, health education messages apparently succeeded in imparting knowledge but not in changing youths’ risky sexual behaviours. Heterosexual transmission of HIV remains a challenge, especially where female adolescents and young women are not able to negotiate safe sexual practices. The purpose of this study was to examine adolescents... Show More