Knowledge of and attitudes towards <scp>HIV</scp>/<scp>AIDS</scp>: a survey among dental students in Ajman, <scp>UAE</scp>

Premadasa, Gamini; Sadek, Maha; Ellepola, A. N. B.; Sreedharan, Jayadevan; Muttappallymyalil, Jayakumary

doi:10.1111/jicd.12080

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“…A survey of 119 men and 148 women at the university of Al-Ain state indicated that HIV knowledge was poor among 75% of the respondents (20). A study of 106 dental students in Ajman state indicated that HIV knowledge was poor among 39.5% of the respondents and stigma against HIV was reported (21). Red Crescent Organization has provided some HIV peer education among young people.…”

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HIV Responses in Arab States on the Southern Persian Gulf Border: The First Review

Moradi

Alammehrjerdi

Daneshmand

et al. 2016

Iran J Psychiatry Behav Sci

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ContextThere is no review of HIV responses in Arab states on the southern Persian Gulf border. This narrative review aimed to describe and synthesize HIV responses in Kuwait, Qatar, Bahrain and the United Arab Emirates (UAE).Evidence AcquisitionA review of scientific databases and grey literature was conducted based on an international guide. Overall, 16 original studies and reports were found.ResultsThe review indicates that HIV has been found present in each Arab state based on sporadic case finding. The prevalence of HIV is the result of heterosexual relationship and/or drug injection. Mandatory testing of the nationals and expatriate workers is the main route of HIV detection. In general, HIV knowledge and education are poor. Only Bahrain has some non-governmental organizations that provide HIV education. Lack of identifying key populations and high risk behaviors has been reported in all of the states. HIV responses are mainly for Arab and Arabic-speaking nationals. Effective strategic plans for HIV have not been developed in all of the states. The provision of antiretroviral therapy for the nationals is the main HIV response. Only Qatar has paid for the treatment of Qatari and non-Qatari HIV-infected patients. As a HIV response, drug treatment is based on short-term inpatient rehabilitation. Only Qatar has voluntary HIV counseling and testing. Lack of needle and syringe programs has been reported for people who inject drugs with HIV problem in all of the states.ConclusionsTo conclude, HIV problem needs a comprehensive policy response in each state. Providing effective strategic plans for HIV and sero-surveillance data systems is required. Empowering human resources and infrastructural development are suggested.

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HIV Responses in Arab States on the Southern Persian Gulf Border: The First Review

Moradi

Alammehrjerdi

Daneshmand

et al. 2016

Iran J Psychiatry Behav Sci

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“…Similar to findings from other studies in the MENA region, they found misconceptions about modes of transmission and negative attitudes towards people living with HIV, with 75% of students considered to have low knowledge about HIV/AIDS and males were found to have better knowledge compared to females. A more recent study conducted in Ajman (UAE) in 2013 investigated dental student’s knowledge about modes of transmission of HIV/AIDS and their attitudes towards patients being treated [ 13 ]. Results also showed that students’ overall knowledge score was only 67% and that they had high levels of negative attitudes towards people with HIV.…”

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Assessing Knowledge of, and Attitudes to, HIV/AIDS among University Students in the United Arab Emirates

Haroun

Saleh²,

Wood³

et al. 2016

PLoS ONE

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BackgroundThe Middle East and North Africa (MENA) region is among the top two regions in the world with the fastest growing HIV epidemic. In this context, risks and vulnerability are high as the epidemic is on the rise with evidence indicating significantly increasing HIV prevalence, new HIV infections and AIDS-related deaths.ObjectiveThe aim of the survey was to assess HIV/AIDS knowledge and attitudes related to HIV/AIDS among a wide group of university students in the United Arab Emirates (UAE).MethodsIn a cross-sectional survey, a total sample of 2,294 students (406 male; 1,888 female) from four universities in three different Emirates in the UAE were approached to take part in the study. Students self-completed a questionnaire that was designed to measure their knowledge and attitudes to HIV/AIDS.ResultsThe overall average knowledge score of HIV.AIDS was 61%. Non-Emirati and postgraduates demonstrated higher levels of knowledge compared to Emirati and undergraduate students respectively. No significant differences between males and females; and marital status were found. Eighty-five percent of students expressed negative attitudes towards people living with HIV, with Emirati and single students significantly holding more negative attitudes compared to non-Emiratis and those that are married respectively.ConclusionsThe findings provide strong evidence that there is a need to advocate for appropriate National HIV/AIDS awareness raising campaigns in universities to reduce the gaps in knowledge and decrease stigmatizing attitudes towards people living with HIV/AIDS.

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“…A study among medical and nursing students in Fiji showed adequate HIV knowledge and favorable attitudes towards HIV patients [16]. Similar results were reported among dental students in the United Arab Emirates [17]. However, a survey among pre-clinical students in Israel found that although their knowledge was relatively good, prejudicial attitudes remained prevalent, which was attributed to shame-related stigma and fear of contagions [18].…”

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HIV knowledge and stigma among dietetic students in Indonesia: implications for the nutrition education system

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Background Studies have demonstrated that health care students and practitioners are not immune to stigma towards people living with HIV (PLHIV). This attitude could lead to poor quality of care if it remains uncorrected. However, little is known about dietetic students’ acceptance of PLHIV despite their substantial role in treatment. This study aimed to measure the extent of knowledge and stigma towards PLHIV among dietetic students and to determine the associated factors using the attribution theory. Methods Students from three dietetics schools in Indonesia (n = 516) were recruited to participate in this cross-sectional study. Survey questions covered demographic information, interaction with PLHIV, access to information sources, cultural values, and beliefs as predictor variables. The outcome variables were comprehensive knowledge of HIV, HIV and nutrition-specific knowledge, and attitudes. Analyses with linear regression and the stepwise selection were performed to determine factors related to the outcome. Results The levels of HIV comprehensive knowledge and HIV-nutrition specific knowledge among dietetic students were low, as indicated by the average score of 19.9 ± 0.19 (maximum score = 35) and 8.0 ± 0.11 (maximum score = 15), respectively. The level of negative attitudes towards PLHIV was high, with 99.6% of participants reported having a high stigma score. Types of university affiliation (public or private), beliefs and values, exposure to HIV discourse, access to printed media, and years of study were significantly related to HIV comprehensive knowledge (p < 0.05). Nutrition-specific knowledge was also correlated with university affiliation, beliefs and values, participation in HIV discussion, and years of study (p < 0.05). HIV comprehensive knowledge, university affiliation, discussion participation, and ethnicities were associated with attitudes (p < 0.05). Conclusions Awareness and acceptance of PLHIV must be further improved throughout dietetic training to ensure patients’ quality of care since students represent future dietary care providers. Considering the consistent findings that affiliation to education institution correlates with HIV knowledge and attitude, some examinations concerning the curriculum and teaching conduct might be necessary.

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Knowledge of and attitudes towards HIV/AIDS: a survey among dental students in Ajman, UAE

Abstract: Appropriate educational programs may alter the misconceptions and the negative attitudes.

Cited by 17 publications

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HIV Responses in Arab States on the Southern Persian Gulf Border: The First Review

HIV Responses in Arab States on the Southern Persian Gulf Border: The First Review

Assessing Knowledge of, and Attitudes to, HIV/AIDS among University Students in the United Arab Emirates

HIV knowledge and stigma among dietetic students in Indonesia: implications for the nutrition education system

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