HIV/AIDS Healthcare
Government distrust may be barrier to HIV/AIDS healthcare service
Published in TB and Outbreaks Week, May 30th, 2006
According to a study from the United States, "We examined associations between trust of healthcare providers and the government and health service use and outcomes.
"Interviews with a sample of 611 HIV-positive individuals included an attitudinal assessment measuring beliefs concerning the creation of AIDS, information being withheld about the disease, and trust of care providers."
"Trust in care providers was associated with increased HIV-related outpatient clinic visits, fewer emergency room visits, increased use of antiretroviral medications, and improved...
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