Publications by authors named "Jim Mwandia"
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- Zambia has a high adult HIV prevalence of 11%, and it's struggling to meet the UNAIDS 95-95-95 goals, with only 86.2% of people achieving viral load suppression.
- The study focused on North-Western Province, where viral load suppression is the lowest at 77.5%, and explored how an integrated sample referral system can enhance HIV testing and diagnosis results.
- Results showed that after implementing this referral system, there was a significant and consistent increase in viral load coverage, a 47.7% improvement in Early Infant Diagnosis turnaround time, and a 25% rise in sample volume, highlighting the need for ongoing support and targeted strategies to optimize testing outcomes.
Tuberculosis is a global health concern n impacting communities, health systems, and economies This study assessed the TB treatment outcomes among individuals aged 15+ at Chawama first level hospital in Lusaka, Zambia, using a retrospective design focussing on individuals notified in 2020. The sample was described using descriptive statistics. The Pearson Chi-square test and logistics regression were used to analyse the characteristics of the patients influencing the treatment outcomes at 5% significant level.
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