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Reports from R. Lester et al Highlight Recent Research in HIV/AIDS

Published in AIDS Weekly, February 7th, 2011

2011 FEB 7 -- According to recent research from London, the United Kingdom, "Despite good evidence that isoniazid preventive therapy (IPT) reduces incidence of tuberculosis among people with HIV infection, implementation of IPT is low. This study aimed to describe barriers to IPT implementation from healthcare provider and patient perspectives in a donor-funded HIV care programme in Gauteng province, South Africa, in which IPT is recommended, but delivery is variable."

"A qualitative study using in-depth interviews and a focus group discussion. We conducted interviews with 22 clinic staff and 20 patients from 10 purposively selected HIV clinics, and a staff...

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