HIV Testing and Public Health in Uganda
Dorothy J. N. Kalanzi

Abstract
Purpose Identifying individuals with HIV is crucial for prevention and treatment purposes. However, studies in this area are scarce in literature. The purpose of this study is to examine HIV testing behavior across demographic characteristics and HIV risk behavior among Ugandan adults. Rationale Information from this study may increase knowledge in that area; assist in the effective implementation of policies; and it may assist in the efficient allocation of resources to effectively control AIDS. Methods Data used in this study was drawn from 416 Ugandan adults that responded to a survey in 2010. Descriptive statistics and cross tabulations are utilized to analyze patterns of HIV testing across demographic characteristics and HIV risk behavior Findings Findings show that, the more educated and individuals that lived in urban areas were more likely to test for HIV as opposed to the less education and those living in rural areas. More than half of those that said they had never tested for HIV also reported they never or sometimes use condoms. More than half of those who reported they had never tested for HIV also said they never or sometimes discuss safe sex.

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