| 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 |