16 research outputs found
HIV/AIDS Knowledge, Attitudes, Involvement, and Predictors of Condom Use Among African American College Students: Implications for Communication Strategies for HIV/AIDS Prevention
No full textTalking About Infertility in Kenya: An Analysis of News Stories Posted on Social Media
No full textIn many cultures, infertility is a health issue that is not discussed, especially in public. In Kenya, the fertility rate, slightly over 3 births per woman, has been in decline, and while some couples are deciding to have fewer children, some are diagnosed with infertility. African countries generally tend to have a low primary infertility rate but high secondary infertility rates; infertility is more common after a successful first birth. Because many health and social factors have relevance, this paper explores narratives about infertility in news videos posted on YouTube in Kenya. The researchers analyzed 20 videos that met the criteria: posted 7 years ago or less and less than 20 minutes long. Results reflect concerns about stigma, stress, and fertility treatment options. The implications are important for educating more couples about getting assistance for infertilit
Sickle Cell Disease Stories on YouTube: A Comparison of Nigeria, Ghana, Uganda, and Kenya
No full textSickle cell disease (SCD) is a group of blood disorders common across Sub-Saharan Africa. Countries such as Nigeria and Ghana have a high prevalence of the inherited condition, which causes, for most patients, severe pain during a crisis and can lead to serious complications, such as anaemia and stroke. This study examines messaging about SCD in Kenya, Nigeria, Ghana, and Uganda posted on YouTube. It used DISCERN and Global Quality Score instruments to analyse a total of 58 videos from the four countries. Most were from news organizations. The most common DISCERN and Global Quality Score was a 3, which means the basic background information provided was not extensive but still useful. There was an association between the type of message and video uploader (Fisher's exact, p = 0.0001). However, no significant associations were found between the type of message and country (Fisher's exact, p = 0.219), using overall DISCERN and video uploader (Fisher's exact, p = 0.485), or using global quality score and video uploader (Fisher's exact, p = 0.818). The videos analysed not only gave the public some medical information but also addressed some of the social issues associated with SCD and helped to increase public awareness of the diseas
HIV/AIDS Prevention Behaviours
No full text A frequently suggested strategy in the context of HIV/AIDS communication campaigns is the consistent use of condoms during sex. Therefore the following hypothesis was proposed in this study: condom use will be predicted by HIV/AIDS knowledge, perceived vulnerability, peer support, outcome expectancies and condom use self-efficacy factors. The study showed that outcome expectancy factor (relating to convenience of keeping and using condoms) and self-efficacy factor (relating to positive feelings of condom use) were significant predictors of consistent use of condoms. The results of the current study on African–American college students will aid in giving healthcare programme managers and communication practitioners more knowledge about a group that has been under-studied in many areas of HIV/AIDS. </jats:p
Educational challenges and diminishing family safety net faced by high-school girls in a slum residence, Nairobi, Kenya
No full textImplementing Course-Based Undergraduate Research Experiences at an HBCU
No full textBenefits of undergraduate research include research related skills and transferrable skills. Undergraduate research also supports students’ interest in a chosen discipline. Course-based undergraduate research experiences (CUREs) are research opportunities that are embedded into the regular course curriculum. This has important implications to the scholarship of teaching and learning as we strive to develop strategies to enhance student learning.
At Johnson C. Smith University, a historically black college in Charlotte, NC, we launched a pilot program to increase CURE offerings for students. Our research is in progress and our poster discusses some of our preliminary findings of our CURE approach
Leaders of Welcoming and Affirming Churches in North Carolina Discuss their Roles in HIV/AIDS Awareness and Prevention
No full textSome church leaders work to increase HIV testing and spread messages to reduce stigma. This study focuses on how leaders of North Carolina churches considered welcoming and affirming by the LGBTQ+ community discuss and disseminate information about HIV/AIDS to church members and communities. Semi-structured interviews were conducted with six leaders of different denominations between April and May 2023. A thematic analysis of the transcribed interviews found three main approaches: 1) HIV is not addressed directly, but we are here; 2) provide access to educational resources; and 3) fight stigma. Results confirm welcoming/affirming churches could play a significant role in, not only educating their communities about HIV, but also reducing the stigma associated with the disease
Communicating HIV/AIDS Through African American Churches in North Carolina: Implications and Recommendations for HIV/AIDS Faith-Based Programs
No full textEffect of Mass Media Exposure on HIV/AIDS Stigma Among Kenyan Women and Men
No full textIn Kenya, stigma directly or indirectly continues to play a major role in spreading HIV/AIDS. Negative attitudes, perceptions, and discrimination toward people who are HIV positive or have AIDS can adversely affect their willingness to be tested and adhere to antiretroviral therapy. This study examined the effect of mass media exposure on HIV/AIDS stigma among men and women in Kenya. It uses retrospective cross-sectional data from the Kenya Demographic and Health Survey (KDHS) 2008/09, adjusting for weights and strata to account for its complex design. The study sample comprised women aged 15-49 (n = 3,811) and men aged 15-54 (n = 3,095) who agreed to voluntary counselling and testing for HIV. Among them, 8.34% of the women and 4.98% of the men tested positive for HIV. Women who consumed all forms of media (newspapers, magazines, radio, and television) represented 23.05% of the sample, while those who consumed none comprised 6.89% (F[2.77, 1053.35] = 24.3; p < 0.001); the results for men were 22.06% vs 1.31% (F[2.89, 1098.72]) = 17.84; p < 0.001). Women and men who consumed all media almost every day were 11% (AOR = 0.89; p < 0.05) and 25% (AOR = 0.75; p < 0.01), respectively, less likely to impute HIV/AIDS stigma than those who never consumed all forms of media. Those who consumed all media forms less than once a week were 48% (AOR = 0.52; p < 0.05), and those who consumed them almost every day were 21% (AOR = 0.79), p < 0.001) less likely to impute an HIV/AIDS stigma compared to those who never consumed any media sources. All media consumption, particularly reading newspapers/magazines, reduced HIV/AIDS stigma. The study concluded that all forms of media should build on and scale up such efforts to reduce the HIV/AIDS stigma that impedes Kenyans from protecting their health
The Role of Black Pastors in Disseminating COVID-19 Vaccination Information to Black Communities in South Carolina
No full textCOVID-19 vaccination rates have increased since distribution began in December 2020. However, in some states, such as South Carolina, getting people to take the vaccine has been challenging; as of spring 2022, slightly less than 60% of the total population is fully vaccinated. Vaccine hesitancy among Black Americans may be explained by several factors, including lack of confidence in the medical establishment and vaccines in particular. Faith-based leaders, such as pastors, can make a difference. This study explores the communication strategies that pastors in predominantly Black churches use to increase COVID-19 vaccination rates among churchgoers and the surrounding community. We conducted semi-structured interviews with 10 pastors in South Carolina. The main themes that emerged are: (1) using various communication channels to ensure access; (2) representing a trusted source of information; (3) offering a role model for vaccination—leading by example; and (4) strengthening the commitment to health. As the need for COVID-19 vaccination continues, including booster vaccines, pastors can provide accurate information and community outreach to promote the health of Black communities
