Sexual and Reproductive Decisions and Experiences of Women Living with HIV/AIDS in Abuja, Nigeria
Author | : Stella C. Iwuagwu |
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Total Pages | : 225 |
Release | : 2009 |
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Over 60% of those living with HIV/AIDS are women. The majority of them are in their sexual and reproductive years (UNAIDS, 2006). With antiretroviral (ARV) drugs, most of them are living longer and healthier lives to engage in sexual and reproductive activities (WHO, 2006). This study explored the sexual and reproductive decisions and experiences of women living with HIV/AIDS (WLWHA) in Abuja, Nigeria. Women living with HIV/AIDS in Abuja, Nigeria had unmet sexual and reproductive health needs. Their sexual and reproductive decisions were influenced by their individual circumstances, including their levels of education, poverty, cultural and family influences, partners' HIV status, stigma and discrimination surrounding HIV/AIDS and access to ARV programs. To meet the sexual and reproductive health needs of WLWHA, program planners and policy makers should take these factors into consideration and ensure that programs are comprehensive and integrated.