Cervical cancer screening adherence following initial <scp>HIV</scp> testing in <scp>Eswatini</scp>

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Authors

Mpumelelo Goodwill Ndlela · National Yang Ming Chiao Tung University

Lerato N. Vilakati · Taipei Medical University

Victor Williams · University of Calgary

Ntombifuthi Ginindza · Ministry of Health

Nomalanga P. Hlophe · Ministry of Health

Jason Liu · National Yang Ming Chiao Tung University

Abstract

Cervical cancer screening adherence remains suboptimal in Eswatini, particularly among HIV-positive women. Strengthening integration of HIV testing and cervical cancer screening, alongside targeted interventions for low-adherence subgroups, is needed to reduce screening disparities and improve cervical cancer prevention and prognosis.

Topics & Keywords

Cervical Cancer and HPV Research Viral-associated cancers and disorders HIV/AIDS Research and Interventions

UN Sustainable Development Goals

Good health and well-being

Publication Details

Published in: HIV Medicine

DOI: 10.1111/hiv.70227

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