HIV Among Pregnant Women in Moshi, Tanzania
Author Information
Author(s): Msuya Sia E, Mbizvo Elizabeth, Hussain Akhtar, Uriyo Jacqueline, Sam Noel E, Stray-Pedersen Babill
Primary Institution: University of Oslo, Norway; Kilimanjaro Christian Medical Centre, Tanzania
Hypothesis
What are the social, behavioral, and biological risk factors for HIV infection among pregnant women in Moshi, Tanzania?
Conclusion
Programs that involve men in HIV prevention are crucial for reducing transmission in this population.
Supporting Evidence
- The prevalence of HIV was found to be 6.9% among the participants.
- Women with partners who had other sexual partners had a significantly higher risk of HIV.
- Alcohol consumption by male partners was associated with increased HIV risk in women.
- Recent migrants to Moshi had a higher prevalence of HIV compared to long-term residents.
Takeaway
This study found that many pregnant women in Moshi have HIV, and men’s behaviors, like having other partners or drinking alcohol, can increase the risk.
Methodology
The study involved interviews and biological sample collection from pregnant women attending antenatal care clinics.
Potential Biases
Potential underreporting of sexual risk behaviors due to sensitivity of the questions.
Limitations
The study's cross-sectional design may overestimate risk estimates, and self-reported data may be inaccurate.
Participant Demographics
Women aged 14-43, mostly married or cohabiting, with low income and education levels.
Statistical Information
P-Value
p<0.001
Confidence Interval
95% CI, 8.39–27.20
Statistical Significance
p<0.001
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