Exploring the challenges of women taking antiretroviral treatment during the COVID-19 pandemic lockdown in peri-urban Harare, Zimbabwe.

Mathew NyashanuRumbidzai ChiresheFungisai MushawaMandu S Ekpenyong

Published in: International journal of gynaecology and obstetrics: the official organ of the International Federation of Gynaecology and Obstetrics (2021)

People living with HIV need a robust supporting environment and a functioning health system. In response to COVID-19 all services were halted to prevent the spread of COVID-19. Pandemic preparedness is important in keeping an adequate supply of ART and responding to the needs of individuals on HIV treatment.

Keyphrases

hiv infected
hiv positive
antiretroviral therapy
human immunodeficiency virus
sars cov
hiv aids
coronavirus disease
public health
primary care
hiv testing
hepatitis c virus
men who have sex with men
polycystic ovary syndrome
metabolic syndrome
combination therapy
skeletal muscle
south africa
hiv infected patients