Factores asociados al vih en pacientes lgbti-playas 2023

HIV (human immunodeficiency virus) is a prevalent and potentially fatal disease with no known cure, characterized by its attack on the immune system, which causes progressive immunodeficiency. This makes infected people vulnerable to various infections and diseases. Since its emergence, HIV has been stigmatized globally, especially affecting the LGBTIQ+ (lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, intersex and queer) community, who still face discrimination in various areas, including work and education. In the Playas canton, the LGBTIQ+ community continues to face significant barriers, from social stigma to lack of adequate access to health services. These factors increase your vulnerability to HIV. The research highlights the importance of understanding risky sexual behaviors, access to health services, and how discrimination and stigma affect this population. In Ecuador, since 2005, the detection of new cases has increased, reflecting an urgent need to improve prevention and treatment strategies, especially among key populations identified by the WHO, which include men who have sexual relations with men, transgender people and sex workers. This research project highlights the need for comprehensive strategies, such as inclusive sexual education, improvement in health services and anti-stigma campaigns, to reduce the incidence of HIV and improve the quality of life of the LGBTIQ+ community in the Playas y Menorar Canton. morbidity and mortality and health costs.

• Autor principal: Alcivar Torres, Maria Jose (author)
• Formato: bachelorThesis
• Lenguaje: spa
• Publicado: 2024
• Materias: Factores de riesgo; lgbtiq; Transmisión; Virus inmunodeficiencia humana
• Acceso en línea: https://repositorio.uteq.edu.ec/handle/43000/7540