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Community-based antiretroviral therapy versus standard clinic-based services for HIV in South Africa and Uganda (DO ART): a randomised trial.

Author: , AsiimweStephen, BaetenJared M, BarnabasRuanne V, BershteynAnna, CelumConnie, EhrenkranzPeter, JosephPhilip, KooleOlivier, KrowsMeighan L, MorrisonSusan, PillayDeenan, RobertsD Allen, SausiKombi, SchaafsmaTorin T, ShahmaneshMaryam, ShapiroAdrienne E, SitholeNsika, SzpiroAdam A, ThomasKatherine K, TuryamureebaBosco, WareNorma C, WyattMonique A, van HeerdenAlastair, van RooyenHeidi

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Overview

Community-based delivery of antiretroviral therapy for HIV could improve viral suppression rates, particularly among men who are less likely to achieve viral suppression than women.
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Original Abstract of the Article :
Community-based delivery of antiretroviral therapy (ART) for HIV, including ART initiation, clinical and laboratory monitoring, and refills, could reduce barriers to treatment and improve viral suppression, reducing the gap in access to care for individuals who have detectable HIV viral load, includ...See full text at original site
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引用元：
https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC7527697/

データ提供：米国国立医学図書館（NLM）

Community-Based ART Delivery: A New Oasis in the Desert of HIV Treatment

The [Treatment] of [HIV] is a complex and challenging undertaking, with [Access to care] being a major barrier for many individuals. This study explores the effectiveness of [Community-based ART delivery] in [South Africa and Uganda], comparing it to [Standard clinic-based services]. It’s like finding a new oasis in the desert, providing a more accessible and convenient path to treatment for those who need it most. The researchers found that [Community-based ART delivery] resulted in [Improved viral suppression rates], suggesting that it may offer a [More effective and equitable] approach to [HIV care]. This finding highlights the potential of [Community-based interventions] to improve [Health outcomes] for individuals living with [HIV].

Reaching Out to the Desert: Community-Based ART Delivery Shows Promise

The study’s findings provide strong evidence for the [Effectiveness] of [Community-based ART delivery] in [Improving viral suppression] among people living with [HIV]. It’s like building a network of wells across the desert, providing access to life-sustaining water for those who need it most. The results suggest that [Community-based ART delivery] can help [Close the gap in access to care] and improve [Health outcomes] for individuals who may face [Barriers to traditional clinic-based services].

Navigating the Desert of HIV Treatment: The Importance of Accessibility and Equity

This study underscores the importance of [Accessibility and equity] in [HIV treatment]. It emphasizes the need for [Innovative approaches] to [Healthcare delivery] that can reach those who may be [Disadvantaged or marginalized]. It’s like providing a safe and reliable camel for a long desert journey, ensuring that everyone has the opportunity to reach their destination, regardless of their starting point.

Dr.Camel's Conclusion

This study demonstrates the effectiveness of community-based ART delivery in improving viral suppression rates among people living with HIV. The findings highlight the importance of accessibility and equity in healthcare delivery and suggest that community-based interventions can play a significant role in closing the gap in access to care and improving health outcomes for individuals living with HIV.

Date :
  1. Date Completed 2020-10-14
  2. Date Revised 2021-01-10
Further Info :

Pubmed ID

32971053

DOI: Digital Object Identifier

PMC7527697

SNS
PICO Info
in preparation
Languages

English

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