Title | AIDS-related stigma, HIV testing, and transmission risk among patrons of informal drinking places in Cape Town, South Africa. |
Publication Type | Journal Article |
Year of Publication | 2012 |
Authors | Pitpitan, Eileen V., Seth C. Kalichman, Lisa A. Eaton, Demetria Cain, Kathleen J. Sikkema, Donald Skinner, Melissa H. Watt, and Desiree Pieterse |
Journal | Annals of behavioral medicine : a publication of the Society of Behavioral Medicine |
Volume | 43 |
Issue | 3 |
Pagination | 362-71 |
Date Published | 2012 Jun |
ISSN | 1532-4796 |
Keywords | Acquired Immunodeficiency Syndrome, Adult, Alcohol Drinking, Female, Health Knowledge, Attitudes, Practice, HIV Infections, Humans, Male, Risk Reduction Behavior, Risk-Taking, Sexual Behavior, Social Environment, Social Stigma, South Africa |
Abstract | AIDS-related stigma as a barrier to HIV testing has not been examined within the context of high at risk environments such as drinking venues. Of particular importance is whether AIDS-related stigma is associated with HIV transmission risks among people who have never been tested for HIV. |
DOI | 10.1007/s12160-012-9346-9 |
Alternate Journal | Ann Behav Med |