Synopsis of recent research by authors named "Shani de Beer"
- Shani De Beer’s recent research primarily focuses on the impact of HIV and related interventions on maternal and child health outcomes in South Africa, particularly within the context of the Western Cape Province.
- Key findings highlight the effectiveness of standardized definitions for HIV-exposure in children and reveal trends in the HIV-related characteristics of hospitalized children, pointing toward improvements in HIV prevention strategies over the past decade.
- The studies also address adverse birth outcomes associated with maternal HIV and antiretroviral therapy, while establishing ongoing cohorts to monitor health disparities among HIV-exposed and unexposed children, emphasizing the need for comprehensive data and targeted interventions.
