A study to assess knowledge and attitude towards HIV among students from Mumbai university

Limaye, Dnyanesh; Fortwengel, Gerhard; Limaye, Vaidehi; Bhasi, Aishwarya; Dhule, Aditya; Dugane, Rajesh; Borkar, A. B.; Pitani, Ravi Shankar; Sathe, Sushama; Kapadi, Atul

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“…Lastly, 47 studies 8 - 54 were considered for the systematic review, and 43 were included in the meta-analysis ( Figure 1 ). 8 - 15 , 17 - 21 , 23 - 29 , 31 - 52 , 54 …”

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Knowledge and attitude towards HIV/AIDS in India: A systematic review and meta-analysis of 47 studies from 2010-2020

Bhagavathula

Clark

Sharma

et al. 2021

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Background: Several studies assessed the level of knowledge and general public behavior on human immunodeficiency virus/acquired immuno-deficiency syndrome (HIV/AIDS) in India. However, comprehensive scrutiny of literature is essential for any decision-making process. Our objective was to perform a systematic review and meta-analysis to examine the level of knowledge and attitude towards HIV/AIDS in India. Methods: A systematic search using Medical Subject Headings (MeSH) and free terms was conducted in PubMed/Medline, Scopus, Embase, and Google Scholar databases to investigate the level of knowledge and attitude of HIV/AIDS in India population. Cross-sectional studies published in English from January 2010 to November 2020 were included. The identified articles were screened in multiple levels of title, abstract and full-text and final studies that met the inclusion criteria were retrieved and included in the study. The methodological quality was assessed using the Joanna Briggs Institute’s checklist for cross-sectional studies. Estimates with corresponding 95% confidence intervals (CIs) for each domain were pooled to examine the level of knowledge and attitude towards HIV/AIDS in India. Results: A total of 47 studies (n= 307 501) were identified, and 43 studies were included in the meta-analysis. The overall level of knowledge about HIV/AIDS was 75% (95% CI: 69-80%; I2 = 99.8%), and a higher level of knowledge was observed among female sex workers (FSWs) 89% (95% CI: 77-100%, I2 = 99.5%) than students (77%, 95% CI: 67-87%, I2 = 99.6%) and the general population (70%, 95% CI: 62-79%, I2 = 99.2%), respectively. However, HIV/AIDS attitude was suboptimal (60%, 95% CI: 51-69%, I2 = 99.2%). Students (58%, 95% CI: 38-77%, I2 = 99.7%), people living with HIV/AIDS (57%, 95% CI: 44-71%, I2 = 92.7%), the general population (71%, 95% CI: 62-80%, I2 = 94.5%), and healthcare workers (HCWs) (74%, 95% CI: 63-84%, I2 = 0.0%) had a positive attitude towards HIV/AIDS. The methodological quality of included studies was "moderate" according to Joanna Briggs Institute’s checklist. Funnel plots are asymmetry and the Egger’s regression test and Begg’s rank test identified risk of publication bias. Conclusion: The level of knowledge was 75%, and 40% had a negative attitude. This information would help formulate appropriate policies by various departments, ministries and educational institutions to incorporate in their training, capacity building and advocacy programs. Improving the knowledge and changing the attitudes among the Indian population remains crucial for the success of India’s HIV/AIDS response.

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“…Lastly, 47 studies 8 - 54 were considered for the systematic review, and 43 were included in the meta-analysis ( Figure 1 ). 8 - 15 , 17 - 21 , 23 - 29 , 31 - 52 , 54 …”

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confidence: 99%

Knowledge and attitude towards HIV/AIDS in India: A systematic review and meta-analysis of 47 studies from 2010-2020

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Sharma

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“…Questionnaire was developed by referring to previous literature. 4,7,9 The study was approved by Population Health Independent Ethics Committee. The aim of the study was explained before commencement of the study.…”

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“…It might seem like a meagre figure but considering the huge population of India and Maharashtra, it translates to almost 30 lakh people nationally and 4 lakh people in Maharashtra living with HIV. 4 The number of cases in Mumbai in the last 5 years has declined by 30.6% according to the information released by Mumbai District Aids Control Organisation (MDACO) and its additional project director says it has all to do with increased awareness among people, their proactivity and the scope of HIV becoming even more community based.…”

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“…The main causes of HIV infection in India and elsewhere in the world are general unprotected hetero and homosexual intercourse, commercial sex work and injecting drug use. 4,5 To combat this disease, the main thing to be done is to spread accurate and adequate information which will prevent formation of various social stigmas and discriminations against the infected. 7 Education levels also have to be increased so that population would be aware of HIV risk reduction strategies.…”

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A study to assess the knowledge and attitude towards HIV of pharmacy students from Mumbai university

Thingore

Joshi²,

Kshirsagar³

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Int J Community Med Public Health

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Background: India is the biggest HIV epidemic in the world. The role of a pharmacist is pivotal in educating the general masses. The aim of the study was to determine the knowledge and attitude of pharmacy students from University of Mumbai.Methods: A cross-sectional study was conducted in University of Mumbai during February-March 2020. Therein, 307 students (214: females and 94: males) participated in the study. The questionnaire was distributed in the classroom and data was collected by means of Google-forms. Furthermore, the data was analysed using IBM SPSS version 23.Results: The participants demonstrated good knowledge (84%) and attitude (76%) score. With respect to knowledge score, no significant difference was observed except for responses of two questions, aim of the antiretroviral therapy (ART) and Avoidance of sexual intercourse can decrease the risk of HIV. With respect to attitude score, Volunteering to work at an institute for the welfare of HIV patients showed a significant difference.Conclusion: The current study showed that there were no misconceptions or negative attitude regarding HIV among the students. However, a study with greater sample size must be conducted across India for further investigation.

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“…A community based descriptive cross-sectional study was carried out among people in Mumbai and its adjoining regions from January-July 2020 by preparing a questionnaire referring to previously published literatures. [14][15][16][17][18] Prior to the conduct of the study, ethical approval was granted by population health independent ethics committee. All the study participants were explained the aim of the study before their participation.…”

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The practice, attitude, and knowledge of complementary and alternative medicine in Mumbai, India

Kshirsagar

Tiwari

Thingore

et al. 2020

Int J Community Med Public Health

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Background: In the recent times, there has been a resurging interest in the use of complementary and alternative medicine (CAM) in India. The present study was conducted to examine the prevalence of CAM use in Mumbai, the knowledge and attitude regarding CAM regarding its safety and efficacy and the reasons for the use of CAM. Methods: A cross-sectional study was conducted among the general population of Mumbai and its adjoining regions during January-July 2020. 205 residents participated in the study and were asked to fill a pretested questionnaire. The collected data was analyzed using IBM SPSS version 23. Results: Out of the 205 responses, 163 (79.51%) agreed to have used CAM at least once in their life. Of these, 108 (52.68%) respondents used Ayurveda and 105 (51.21%) used homeopathy. 60 (36.81%) of the respondents practicing CAM used it for common gastrointestinal (GIT)-related disorder with a 100% recovery rate, 125 (76.67%) for infectious diseases with a 93.6% recovery rate. 99 (60.74%) of the respondents preferring CAM for its safety profile, 68 (41.72%) believed that CAM is time tested and thus is efficacious. An integrative approach was suggested by 118 (57.56%) of all the respondents. Conclusions: There is a disparity between the high prevalence in the use of CAM and its knowledge. However, a general consensus suggests that CAM is efficacious and is practiced for various indications.

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A study to assess knowledge and attitude towards HIV among students from Mumbai university

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Knowledge and attitude towards HIV/AIDS in India: A systematic review and meta-analysis of 47 studies from 2010-2020

Knowledge and attitude towards HIV/AIDS in India: A systematic review and meta-analysis of 47 studies from 2010-2020

A study to assess the knowledge and attitude towards HIV of pharmacy students from Mumbai university

The practice, attitude, and knowledge of complementary and alternative medicine in Mumbai, India

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