Publications by authors named "Liban Ali Mohamud"

Background: The Human Immunodeficiency Virus (HIV) is a major public health issue, particularly in underdeveloped nations, where limited knowledge contributes to high prevalence among women facing socio-economic and educational barriers. To the best of our knowledge, no study has comprehensively examined HIV knowledge among Somali married women using nationally representative data. This study aims to assess the level of comprehensive HIV knowledge and its determinants among currently married women in Somalia, identifying regions and groups with limited awareness to prioritize targeted education and healthcare interventions, support NSP goals, and provide baseline data for future efforts.

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Background: Immunodeficiency syndrome (AIDS), which is caused by the human immunodeficiency virus (HIV), has become a serious global public health concern, particularly in underdeveloped countries. Even though the fact that just a few case studies have addressed on the HIV/AIDS in the context of Somalia, to the best of our knowledge, no national-scale study on the topic has been attempted. Limited knowledge of HIV/AIDS is highlighted as one of the major factors linked to the high prevalence of HIV among female population.

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