| Autor: |
Robert, Kimathi, Maryline, Mireku, Jordan, Kyongo, Lina, Digolo, Helgar, Musyoki, Annrita, Ikahu, Wanjiru, Mukoma, Lilian, Otiso |
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International Journal of Public Health; 20240101, Issue: Preprints p1-8, 8p |
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Objectives: The objective of this study is to identify enablers and barriers in access of HIV and sexual reproductive health (SRH) services among adolescent key populations (KP) in Kenya. Methods: A cross-sectional study using qualitative methods was conducted between October 2015 and April 2016. A total of 9 focus group discussions and 18 in-depth interviews were conducted with 108 adolescent KPs in Mombasa, Kisumu and Nairobi Counties of Kenya. Data were recorded digitally, translated, transcribed and coded in NVivo10 prior to analysis. Results: Adolescent KPs preferred to access services in private health due to increased confidentiality, limited stigma and discrimination, access to adequate amount of condoms, friendly and fast-tracked services. Negative health provider attitudes made adolescent KPs dislike accessing health care in public health facilities. There was a lack of adolescent key population’s policies and guidelines on HIV and SRH. Conclusions: The study has demonstrated existing enablers and barriers to provision of HIV/SRH services for an at-risk population for which limited data exist. The results provide a basis for program redesign involving the adolescent KPs to minimize barriers for access to HIV/SRH services. |
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