• S. Afr. Med. J. · Jun 2024

    Knowledge of pregnant women regarding prevention of mother-to-child transmission of HIV infection in Gert Sibande District, Mpumalanga Province, South Africa: A qualitative study.

    • V Manyawu, A Musekiwa, M Moyo-Chilufya, and C Yah.
    • School of Health Systems and Public Health, Faculty of Health Sciences, University of Pretoria, South Africa. u20819367@tuks.co.za.
    • S. Afr. Med. J. 2024 Jun 24; 114 (6b): e1336e1336.

    BackgroundPrevention of mother-to-child transmission (PMTCT) of HIV helps in closing the gaps for new HIV infections, thereby contributing to achieving the global targets of an AIDS-free generation.ObjectiveTo explore knowledge regarding PMTCT among pregnant women in Gert Sibande District, Mpumalanga Province, South Africa (SA).MethodsThe study was performed in two clinics in Chief Albert Luthuli Municipality, Gert Sibande District. It was a qualitative and descriptive exploratory study involving in-depth, one-on-one interviews with pregnant women regarding their PMTCT knowledge and perspectives.ResultsThe study findings showed that pregnant women from the two clinics have a good knowledge of PMTCT. However, they were not aware that caesarean section can minimise mother-to-child transmission (MTCT) of HIV infection.ConclusionPMTCT is important in establishing an HIV-free generation. The study revealed that women had a good understanding of MTCT; nevertheless, additional education is necessary, particularly regarding birthing procedures that minimise the risk of MTCT.

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