Men who have sex with men (MSM), female workers (FSW) critical needs for effective HIV prevention tools. This study identified perspectives of MSM, FSW and policy makers on the for, barriers to, challenges pre-exposure prophylaxis (PrEP); logistics required to support roll-out PrEP MSM in Nigeria.Qualitative quantitative data were collected through a cross-sectional study. The an online survey administered 519 transgender respondents. qualitative 22 focus group discussions 140 80 FSW,...

Abstract Background World Health Organization (WHO) reports that people who indulge in risky behaviours such as penile-anal sex, unprotected intercourse, multiple sex partners, and alcohol illicit drugs are at risk of HIV/AIDS classified Key Populations (KPs). Since the introduction PrEP HIVST for key population groups Nigeria, government entities implementing partners have used a range channels messaging these essential services across to target groups—ranging from in-person, social media,...

Background and Objective The discovery of innovative pharmacological preventative measures in Human Immunodeficiency Virus transmission has boosted optimism the successful control HIV/AIDS with objective eradication end epidemic. Hence, assessing effect pre-exposure prophylaxis (PrEP) on HIV prevention among key populations (KPs) is imperative advancing conversation ending HIV/AIDs. Methods This was a cross-sectional study using data from KPs (female sex workers (FSWs), men who have (MSM),...

Background.Key populations (KPs) and their sex partners account for as much 51% of new infections in Nigeria.Due to stigma, antiretroviral therapy (ART) among KPs have been a challenge.To achieve population-level impact mixed HIV epidemics Africa, high coverage integrated prevention treatment strategies that will improve access ART is needed.This strengthens good linkage along the cascade, ultimately resulting improved uptake KPs.This paper presents results community-based clinic model...

Introduction: Coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) is an emerging infectious that was first reported in Wuhan, China, and has subsequently spread worldwide. Knowledge of coronavirus-related risk factors can help countries build more systematic successful responses to COVID-19 outbreak. Here we used Supervised Machine Learning Empirical Bayesian Kriging (EBK) techniques reveal correlates patterns Disease outbreak sub-Saharan Africa (SSA).Methods: We analyzed time series aggregate data compiled...

The HIV epidemic in Nigeria is concentrated Key Populations (KP), people who inject drugs (PWID), men have sex with (MSM), female workers (FSW), and partners of living HIV. Due to stigma discrimination, these groups low access testing services (HTS) linkage treatment challenging. To address this gap, index partner testing, targeting sexual contacts injecting KP clients, was introduced 2017.The study a retrospective analysis community-led testing-involving review secondary data from...

Abstract Introduction Coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) is an emerging infectious that was first reported in Wuhan 1,2 , China, and has subsequently spread worldwide. Knowledge of coronavirus-related risk factors can help countries build more systematic successful responses to COVID-19 outbreak. Here we used Supervised Machine Learning Empirical Bayesian Kriging (EBK) techniques reveal correlates patterns Disease outbreak sub-Saharan Africa (SSA). Methods We analyzed time series aggregate...

<h3>ABSTRACT</h3> <h3>Introduction:</h3> Key population (KP) groups, such as female sex workers and men who have with men, in Nigeria rely on free HIV prevention commodities, including pre-exposure prophylaxis (PrEP) self-testing (HIVST) kits, provided through foreign aid. We investigated the willingness of KP groups to use pay for commodities support improved sustainable programming. <h3>Methods:</h3> In 2020, we conducted a cross-sectional survey 3 states groups. The covered...

Background Female sex workers (FSWs) are at high risk for HIV infection and face unique barriers to receiving adhering testing treatment. Early viral suppression consistent load critical optimizing health reducing transmission in this population. However, the factors associated with successful among FSWs poorly understood, especially Sub-Saharan Africa. Our study aimed examine factors, including social, demographic, clinical characteristics, female initiating antiretroviral therapy Nigeria....

HIV is a major risk factor for active Tuberculosis (TB.) This raises patients’ of original infection, reinfection, and TB reactivation. Providing healthcare to KPLHIV in developing countries requires prevalence research. study aims determine the co-infection associated factors among KPLHIV. retrospective cross-sectional KP’s living with enrolled on care One Stop Shop (OSS) Heartland Alliance Ltd/GTE across six states Nigeria. Data were analysed using IBM SPSS version 25.0. Secondary data...

Achieving optimal virologic suppression among key population groups is essential to HIV epidemic control. The recommendation transition positive populations from efavirenz-based regimen (Tenofovir, Lamivudine, Efavirenz (TLE)) dolutegravir-based Dolutegravir (TLD)) considered the effectiveness of dolutegravir in achieving suppressed viral loads within a short period time. aim this study was investigate outcome (KP) transitioned regimen.

Background The assessment of geographical heterogeneity HIV among men who have sex with (MSM) and people inject drugs (PWID) can usefully inform targeted prevention care strategies. Objective We aimed to measure seroprevalence identify hotspots infection MSM PWID in Nigeria. Methods included all accessing testing services across 7 prioritized states (Lagos, Nasarawa, Akwa Ibom, Cross Rivers, Benue, the Federal Capital Territory) 3 geographic regions (North Central, South South, West) between...

(1) Background: Examine global data from 48 African countries to estimate the SARS-CoV-2 infection fatality rate; (2) Methods: We analyzed time series on 135,126 confirmed cases and 3922 deaths COVID-19 disease outbreak in Africa through 30 May 2020. In a Bayesian prediction model based Monte Carlo approach, we adjusted for demographic, economic, biological, societal variables account untested people; (3) Results: calculated total of 1,686,879 infections after correcting possible risk model,...

Abstract Background: The human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) continues to pose a substantial public health challenge in Nigeria, particularly affecting key populations due various factors such as diminished risk perception, engaging risky sexual and behavioral practices, stigma, discrimination, legal barriers. Recognizing addressing the mental psychosocial needs (MHPN) of HIV-positive are essential for implementing tailored interventions ensuring comprehensive care, aligning with Joint United...

Background Stigmatization and discrimination within healthcare settings deter key populations (KPs) from seeking mental health psychosocial support (MHPS). Consequently, understanding the prevalence, associated factors, impact of MHPSS intervention on psychological distress among Nigeria’s KPs is crucial. Method This a cross-sectional study focused KPs, including Female Sex Workers (FSW), Men who have with (MSM), People Who Inject Drugs (PWID) enrolled in Heartland Alliance LTD/GTE across 17...

Nigeria exhibits a heterogeneous culture and factors that can significantly impact the formation of public opinions toward implementing vaccination requirements, especially among marginalized population. Examining prevailing sentiment attitudes key population is crucial. The study employed cross-sectional approach. Data was collected from HALG OSS sites in Cross River, Niger, Lagos, focusing on HIV seropositive non-HIV positive clients/program beneficiaries. 321 people were sampled, data...

People who inject drugs (PWIDs) living with HIV face high levels of stigma, violence, and rape due to their risky lifestyles, potentially facilitating the spread HIV. This study assessed level type stigma violence among PWIDs attending Heartland Alliance in Akwa Ibom State coping mechanisms. descriptive cross-sectional 442 receiving care at four one-stop shops state was conducted using mixed methods. Quantitative data were collected through pretested structured questionnaires an adopted...

Objectives: This study explores MSM’s perspective on HIV prevention needs, barriers, facilitators, and retention strategies in programs. Method: In-depth interviews, key informant focus group discussions, structured questionnaires were used to interview urban rural Nigerian men having sex with (MSM) aged 18 older. Candidates recruited using snowball referrals. Data analysis IBM-SPSS 28. Result: Urban residents (67.6%) had more secondary education than (53.7%) the 299 MSM research. Drug use...

Abstract Background Assessment of geographical heterogeneity HIV among men who have sex with (MSM) and people inject drugs (PWID) can usefully inform targeted prevention care strategies. We aimed to measure prevalence identify hotspots infection MSM PWID in Nigeria. Methods included all accessing testing services across seven prioritized states (Lagos, Nasarawa, Akwa Ibom, Cross Rivers, Benue the Federal Capital Territory) three geographic regions (North Central, South South, West) between...

Introduction: The infection fatality rate (IFR) is key to determining the effect of pandemic at population level, as well effects public policies and regulations. We examine global data from 48 African countries estimate SARS-CoV-2 IFR.Methods: analyzed time series on confirmed cases deaths COVID-19 disease outbreak across Africa. define IFR ratio number caused by (numerator) total people in who were infected virus (denominator). controlled for upward bias associated with denominator,...

Background: Assessment of geographical heterogeneity HIV among men who have sex with (MSM) and people inject drugs (PWID) can usefully inform targeted prevention care strategies. We aimed to measure prevalence identify hotspots infection MSM PWID in Nigeria.Methods: included all accessing testing services across seven prioritized states (Lagos, Nasarawa, Akwa Ibom, Cross Rivers, Benue the Federal Capital Territory) three geographic regions (North Central, South South, West) between Oct 1,...

BackgroundLifelong antiretroviral therapy (ART) improves optimal health outcomes for HIV‐positive individuals, but is threatened by fluctuations in sustained care, self efficacy and hence poor adherence. Retention of patients the HIV care continuum crucial epidemic control. This study aimed to aggregate loss follow-up (LTFU) behaviour People Living with (PLHIV) into clusters order examine describe PLHIV having similar characteristics patterns according their risk profile.MethodsThis was a...

Background: The HIV epidemic in Nigeria is concentrated Key Populations (KP), people who inject drugs (PWID), men have sex with (MSM), female workers (FSW), and partners of living HIV. Due to stigma discrimination, these groups poor access testing services (HTS) linkage treatment challenging. To address this gap, index case testing, targeting sexual contacts injecting KP clients, was introduced 2017.MethodsHTS offered between October 1, 2018 September 30, 2019 nightclubs, hotels, or...

Abstract Background World Health Organization (WHO) reports that people who indulge in risky behaviours such as penile-anal sex, unprotected intercourse, multiple sex partners, and use of alcohol illicit drugs are at risk HIV/AIDS have been classified key populations (KPs). Since the introduction PrEP HIVST for population groups Nigeria, government entities implementing partners used a range channels messaging these essential services across to target – ranging from in-person, social media,...