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Factors Associated with HIV Status Non-Disclosure among People with HIV in Cameroon

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Research published in the AIDS Research and Therapy journal has found that non-disclosure of HIV status may protect individuals from stigma, discrimination, and violence, but also limits access to social support and treatment adherence. A study conducted in Cameroon examined factors associated with non-disclosure among recently diagnosed individuals entering HIV care. The study found that men, single individuals, and those with early-stage HIV disease were more likely to disclose their status.

Key Takeaways:

  • Men had 1.68 times higher odds of non-disclosure compared to women (95% CI 1.38, 2.04).
  • Single individuals had 1.66 times higher odds of non-disclosure compared to those who were married/living with a partner (95% CI 1.36, 2.02).
  • Individuals with early-stage HIV disease (WHO Stage 1 or 2 or CD4 200 cells/mm) had 1.48 times higher odds of non-disclosure compared to those with advanced-stage disease (95% CI 1.20, 1.83).
  • Among those diagnosed with HIV within 1 year prior to enrollment, men, single/unmarried people, and those with early-stage HIV disease were less likely to disclose their status.

Statistics:

  • 1.68: odds ratio (aOR) for men non-disclosure compared to women (95% CI 1.38, 2.04).
  • 1.66: odds ratio (aOR) for single/unmarried individuals non-disclosure compared to those who were married/living with a partner (95% CI 1.36, 2.02).
  • 1.48: odds ratio (aOR) for individuals with early-stage HIV disease non-disclosure compared to those with advanced-stage disease (95% CI 1.20, 1.83).

Sources:

  • Factors associated with HIV status non-disclosure among people entering care at IeDEA sites in Cameroon: a cross-sectional study. AIDS Research and Therapy, 2025;22(1):100.
  • NewsRx, Findings from Gabriel Tchatchouang Mabou and Co-Authors Provide New Insights into HIV/AIDS (Factors associated with HIV status non-disclosure among people entering care at IeDEA sites in Cameroon: a cross-sectional study). AIDS Weekly. October 20, 2025; p 55.

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