Title:
Exploring the Positive Prevention, Care, Dignity and Rights Situation of HIV-Positive MSM in Nigeria
Authors:
Okanlawon, Kehinde Olaoluwa
Year:
2015
PAGE:
52
Language:
En
Subject:
Governance & HIV and AIDS
Keywords:
MSM, HIV, HIV-Positive MSM, Treatment, PLHIV, Nigeria
Abstract:
Background: Research evidence shows that MSM are disproportionately affected by HIV in Nigeria and have much higher HIV prevalence (17.2%) than the general population (3.1%). MSM also have high HIV Incidence of 10.3%. Despite this high vulnerability of MSM to HIV, Nigerian MSM are particularly disadvantaged due to the existence of laws criminalizing homosexuality and a recent anti-gay law which criminalizes NGOs providing services to MSM. Studies show how the unfriendly environment has negatively impacted access and uptake of services by HIV-Positive MSM who fear arrests or violence. Most studies and interventions have targeted MSM in general with little known about HIV-Positive MSM. Objective: This study explores the Positive Health, Dignity, Prevention and Care situation of HIV-positive MSM in Nigeria in order to better understand how to improve their health and rights. Methods: Literature review of both published and unpublished data sources was utilized. The analyis utilized the Positive Health, Dignity, Prevention Framework in exploring the situation of Nigerian HIV-Positive MSM. Findings: The findings revealed the unmet need for HIV treatment among HIV-Positive MSM some of whom are unable to access treatment due to the social and contextual factors. The study identified some sucessful interventions for HIV-Positive MSM in Nigeria and identifies gaps which need to be addressed in future. Conclusion and Recommendation: The study recommends a scale up in treatment of HIV-Positive MSM and integration of diverse services for HIV-Positive MSM. More advocacy is needed to advance the rights of MSM and PLHIV in Nigeria and address HIV-related discrimination. More studies are needed on HIV-Positive MSM.
Organization:
KIT - Royal Tropical Institute
,
VU - Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam
Institute:
KIT (Royal Tropical Institute)
Department:
Health Unit
Country:
Nigeria
Region:
Western Africa
Training:
Master of Public Health / International Course in Health Development (MPH/ICHD)
Category:
Research
Right:
© 2015 Okanlawon
Document type:
Thesis/dissertation
File:
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