Introduction: Crossing the Chasm of Stigma Imagine being offered a life-changing opportunity to better understand your health, yet hesitating on the brink because of a powerful, invisible barrier: **stigma**. In Blantyre, Malawi, this isn’t just a hypothetical situation—it’s a reality for many when it comes to HIV testing. HIV/AIDS-related stigma is a formidable barrier to […]
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The Untold Stories Behind HIV Status Disclosure to Children in Ethiopia
— Introduction: Opening Pandora’s Box Imagine carrying a heavy secret, one that is both deeply personal and life-altering, all while trying to navigate the innocence of childhood. This is the reality for many children living with HIV/AIDS. The question of when and how to disclose an HIV diagnosis to a child remains a delicate and […]
Understanding Fertility Aspirations: Insights from HIV-Positive Women in Ontario
Introduction Picture this: a society that quietly reshapes its boundaries around love, family, and health, driven by the personal dreams and desires of women who, despite living with HIV, dare to envision motherhood. In Ontario, Canada, a group of such women has set about redefining what it means to balance personal health with the natural […]