Why is mother to child transmission (MTCT) of HIV a continual threat to new-borns in sub-Saharan Africa (SSA)

We describe the challenges faced by PMTCT in MTCT in SSA. The study reviewed articles and reports published online. The most c ommon barriers and challenges were non-disclosure of HIV status, late initiation of ARVs treatment/adherence, STIs screening, long clinics waiting time, non-involvement of men in ANC/PMTCT, infant feeding methods and sensitization of community members on ANC/PMTCT programmes.
Source: Journal of Infection and Public Health - Category: International Medicine & Public Health Authors: Source Type: research