Timing of sexual debut and associated sociodemographic and HIV risk factors among young people in Eswatini
Garikayi B. Chemhaka,
Maswati S. Simelane
Abstract:Young people in sub-Saharan Africa and specifically in Eswatini (previously Swaziland), continue to be disproportionately affected by HIV despite having equitable access to antiretroviral treatment. Early sexual debut is one of the many factors linked to HIV infection that is discussed in the context of general public health. Monitoring this behavior is essential for developing preventative, evidence-based interventions. This study aims to describe the early and/or typical sexual debut among young people in Es… Show more
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