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Mobile Hiv Units In South Africa: A Systematic Review, Meaghan Doherty
Mobile Hiv Units In South Africa: A Systematic Review, Meaghan Doherty
Senior Honors Projects, 2010-2019
Abstract
Objective: To examine existing literature on mobile HIV testing units to determine if they have the potential to increase access to testing, treatment, and HIV education to decrease rates of HIV in South Africa.
Participants: Ten research articles evaluating the HIV intervention method of mobile HIV units in South Africa, including outcome measures.
Analysis: Systematic search of 87 articles from 2000 to 2018 and review of the 10 articles that met inclusion criteria.
Results: Several studies (n=5) showed that mobile testing units are effective at attracting hard to reach populations, such as men and young adults. Studies (n=3) also …