Barriers to HIV testing in Guatemala: A Qualitative Study

• Main Authors: Lars Margolis (Author), Narda Medina (Author), Kimberly Gon (Author), Brian Hagan (Author), Kevin McKenna (Author), Blanca Samayoa (Author), Karla Patricia Alonzo Pacheco (Author), Eduardo Arathoon (Author), Matthew Anderson (Author)
• Format: Book
• Published: Social Medicine Publication Group, 2017-01-01T00:00:00Z.
• Subjects: article
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Background: Early detection and treatment decreases HIV transmission rates and leads to risk reduction in those who are diagnosed. HIV-infected Guatemalans typically present with late-stage disease. Objective: We employed qualitative methods to explore barriers to HIV testing in Guatemala. Methods:...