An Exploration of Barriers and Enablers of Retention in a Program to Reduce Vertical Transmission of HIV at Health Centers in Zimbabwe

Conclusions:Reinforcing hope for the women and their children, active management of side effects of antiretroviral medicine, consistent peer support, enhancing confdentiality among community cadres, and commitment from community or religious leaders may improve retention of women in PMTCT programs; for women with HIV during pregnancy, delivery and post ‑natal care.Keywords:HIV infection, prevention and control, retention, vertical infection transmission
Source: International Journal of Preventive Medicine - Category: International Medicine & Public Health Source Type: research