Abstract
The relationship between perceived family support and adherence to highly active anti-retroviral therapy among people living with human immuno-defficiency virus in a tertiary health facility in Nigeria
Highlights
Human immunodeficiency virus infection is a disease of global importance
The objective of this study was to determine the relationship between family support and adherence to Highly Active Antiretroviral Therapy (HAART) in order to make relevant recommendations as guided by the outcome
Low family support was significantly associated with low mean CD4 count
Summary
Human immunodeficiency virus infection is a disease of global importance. Since its discovery in 1981, it has become a pandemic and African countries are the most affected (Cobham and Ntobela, 2010; WHO et al, 2011). The quality of life and life expectancy in these countries have been significantly impacted as a result of this infection (United States Embassy in Nigeria, 2011). The Association of Family Resource Program defines social support as an integrated network of community based resources and services that strengthen relationships and healthy development. It shows a true partnership in terms of assistance and encouragement within the family.
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