Assessment of Knowledge, Attitude and Practice (KAP) about HIV/AIDS among Higher Education Institutions (HEIs)-A Review

Authors

  • Rida Hassan Department of Microbiology, University of Balochistan, Quetta, Pakistan
  • Kafait Ullah Department of Microbiology, University of Balochistan, Quetta, Pakistan
  • Fazal ur Rehman Department of Microbiology, University of Balochistan, Quetta, Pakistan
  • Irfan Shahzad Sheikh Department of Physiology, Center for Advanced Studies in Vaccinology and Biotechnology (CASVAB), University of Balochistan, Quetta, Pakistan

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.31580/pjmls.v4iSpecial1.2854

Keywords:

AIDS, HIV, KAP study, Misconceptions, Prevention, Transmission

Abstract

This review paper examines recent studies to assess university students' understanding of HIV/AIDS in various ethnic groups or localities. The paper assesses the level of knowledge, attitude, and practice among higher education institutions (HEIs). The findings of this review paper show knowledge gaps in transmission and preventive strategies by revealing disparities in knowledge levels across areas. The results of this study have implications for targeted interventions, specialised educational initiatives, and collaboration with local health organisations to address the difficulties in raising HIV/AIDS awareness. This evaluation intends to contribute to the global fight against HIV/AIDS and help the policymakers, researchers and people/organizations in an awareness program.

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2023-09-30

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Vol. 4 No. Special Is (2021): Review Articles May, 2021- December, 2023

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