The researchers investigated the challenges regarding Antiretroviral Treatment (ART) programme implementation in South Africa. A qualitative method was used. The paper focused on the challenges that the South African Government is experiencing in implementing ART programme. Despite all the prevention strategies and plans that the National Department of Health of South Africa has, the HIV and AIDS is still one of greatest burden the country has ever experienced.
In this paper, it is further indicated that we are all affected and it is important to work together towards UNAIDS Zero targets strategy for 2030, ZERO new HIV infections, ZERO discrimination and ZERO Aids related deaths. The research findings revealed two themes: social support and economic themes of the study. Factors reported influencing optimum adherence were also indicated and are captured in the discussion report of this paper.
Inhaltsverzeichnis (Table of Contents)
- INTRODUCTION
- BACKGROUND TO THE PAPER
- RESEARCH DESIGN
- Sampling strategy
- DATA GENERATION STRATEGIES
- DATA ANALYSIS
- DISCUSSION OF THE PAPER
- HIV AND AIDS IN SOUTH AFRICA
- HIV AND AIDS IN THE LIMPOPO PROVINCE
- SOUTH AFRICAN ANTIRETROVIRAL TREATMENT(ART) PROGRAMME
Zielsetzung und Themenschwerpunkte (Objectives and Key Themes)
This paper examines the challenges associated with the implementation of Antiretroviral Treatment (ART) programmes in South Africa. It explores the complexities of the ART rollout, focusing on the experiences of individuals living with HIV who are on ART.
- Social Support: The study highlights the importance of social support systems in facilitating adherence to ART and improving the overall well-being of individuals living with HIV.
- Economic Factors: The research emphasizes the significant impact of economic challenges, particularly unemployment, on ART adherence and the overall effectiveness of treatment programs.
- Adherence to ART: The paper explores the multifaceted nature of adherence to ART, including the role of patient motivation, access to healthcare services, and the influence of socioeconomic factors.
- HIV and AIDS in South Africa: The research examines the widespread prevalence of HIV and AIDS in South Africa, the government's response to the epidemic, and the challenges associated with implementing effective treatment programs.
- ART Programme Implementation: The paper investigates the implementation and effectiveness of ART programmes in South Africa, highlighting both successes and challenges in the rollout of treatment services.
Zusammenfassung der Kapitel (Chapter Summaries)
The Introduction provides a concise overview of the study's focus and research questions, outlining the challenges associated with the implementation of ART programs in South Africa. The Background section delves into the prevalence of HIV and AIDS in South Africa, highlighting the government's efforts to combat the epidemic through various interventions and strategies, including the national HIV counseling and testing (HCT) campaign and the large-scale ART rollout program.
The Research Design section details the qualitative research methodology employed to gather data, focusing on interviews conducted with individuals living with HIV who are on ART. It outlines the sampling strategy used to select participants and the data generation methods applied in the study. The Data Analysis chapter describes the process of analyzing the interview data, including transcription, translation, and thematic analysis to identify key themes and patterns.
The Discussion of the Paper section delves deeper into the findings of the research, exploring the various challenges faced by individuals living with HIV in South Africa. It examines the impact of social support systems and economic factors on ART adherence and the effectiveness of treatment programs. The chapter also explores the specific challenges associated with the ART rollout in the Limpopo province, which has a high prevalence of HIV infection.
Schlüsselwörter (Keywords)
The primary keywords and focus topics of this research are: social support, economic support, unemployment, adherence, antiretroviral treatment, HIV and AIDS, ART program implementation, South Africa, qualitative research, patient attrition, treatment as prevention, test and treat strategy.
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- Rodney Mulelu (Author), Marie Matee (Author), 2016, Challenges Regarding Antiretroviral Treatment Programme Implementation in South Africa, Munich, GRIN Verlag, https://www.grin.com/document/427428
