Abstract
Background: Little is known about knowledge and attitudes of pharmacy students regarding human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) or how knowledge and attitudes compare internationally. Aims: The primary objective of this study was to compare pharmacy students' knowledge and attitudes of HIV between students in Doha, Qatar, and Saskatchewan, Canada. Materials and Methods: A cross-sectional survey was administered to pharmacy students enrolled at Qatar University and at the University of Saskatchewan. Results: Overall response rate was 36.1%, with 51% and 32% completing the survey in Qatar and Canada, respectively. While most students at both institutions were knowledgeable about HIV, students from Qatar had a significantly greater number of misconceptions. Attitudes and beliefs differed significantly between students in Canada and Qatar. Conclusions: Findings suggest that students are generally knowledgeable and have positive attitudes; however, several misconceptions and negative beliefs remain. Current educational strategies should further emphasize modes of HIV transmission and prevention.
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