The compounding effect of having HIV and a disability on child mortality among mothers in South Africa

ConclusionsThe findings suggest that children born to HIV-positive women with disabilities are at an exceptionally high risk of premature mortality. Established inequalities faced by women with disabilities may account for this increased risk. Given that maternal HIV and disability amplify each other ’s impact on child mortality, addressing disabled women’s HIV-related needs and understanding the pathways and mechanisms contributing to these disparities is crucial.
Source: PLoS One - Category: Biomedical Science Authors: Source Type: research