Ruth Mpirirwe, Andrew Mujugira, Happy Walusaga, Florence Ayebare, Khamisi Musanje, Patricia Ndugga, Christine Muhumuza, Joan Nangendo, Fred C Semitala, Peter Kyambadde, Joan Kalyango, Agnes Kiragga, Charles Karamagi, Moses R Kamya, Mari Armstrong-Hough, Anne R Katahoire
Background HIV pre-exposure prophylaxis (PrEP) is underutilized by cisgender female sex workers (FSW) despite its proven effectiveness. This study aimed to understand the experiences of FSW with PrEP services in Uganda to inform HIV programming for this key population. Methods We conducted qualitative interviews with 19 FSW between June and July 2022 at the Most at Risk Populations Initiative clinic, Mulago Hospital, Kampala, to explore experiences with accessing PrEP. In-depth interviews explored: (1) descriptions of where and how PrEP was obtained; (2) perspectives on current approaches for accessing PrEP; and (3) individual encounters with PrEP services...
March 21, 2024: Research Square