HIV disclosure in the workplace.

IF 1.1 4区 医学 Q2 MEDICINE, GENERAL & INTERNAL Acta Clinica Belgica Pub Date : 2014-06-01 Epub Date: 2014-03-13 DOI:10.1179/2295333714Y.0000000013
S Degroote, D Vogelaers, R Koeck, R Borms, L De Meulemeester, D Vandijck
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Abstract

Objectives: As HIV is currently a chronic and manageable disease, an increasing amount of people living with HIV (PLHIV) are (again) active on the labour market. Since research on this topic is scarce, this study aimed to explore experiences of PLHIV in the workplace, especially concerning disclosure and adherence to antiretroviral therapy.

Methods: A questionnaire was developed and validated in collaboration with Sensoa (Flemish expertise centre for sexual health) and participants were recruited using flyers and announcements on websites.

Results: A total of 54 PLHIV completed the questionnaire, among whom 50 (92·6%) males. Half of the participants did not disclose their HIV status in the workplace, mostly due to being afraid of social or professional consequences. Those who disclosed, reported no changes in the workplace or even reported receiving more empathy. A minority of participants have to take antiretroviral medication at work and they reported no particular problems related to medication intake.

Conclusion: Despite improved solidarity and information campaigns, many PLHIV still do not disclose their HIV status in the workplace, most frequently due to fear for discrimination. More actions are warranted, as well as addressing possible self-stigma. Adherence to antiretroviral therapy in the workplace posed little or no problems.

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在工作场所披露艾滋病毒。
目标:由于艾滋病毒目前是一种可控制的慢性疾病,越来越多的艾滋病毒感染者(再次)活跃在劳动力市场上。由于这方面的研究很少,本研究旨在探讨工作场所hiv感染的经历,特别是关于抗逆转录病毒治疗的披露和坚持。方法:与Sensoa(佛兰德性健康专业知识中心)合作制定并验证了一份调查问卷,并通过网站上的传单和公告招募参与者。结果:共54例hiv感染者完成问卷调查,其中男性50例(92.6%)。一半的参与者没有在工作场所透露他们的艾滋病毒状况,主要是由于害怕社会或职业后果。那些透露的人,报告说工作场所没有变化,甚至报告说他们得到了更多的同情。少数参与者必须在工作中服用抗逆转录病毒药物,他们报告没有与药物摄入有关的特殊问题。结论:尽管加强了团结和宣传活动,但许多艾滋病毒感染者仍然不愿在工作场所透露自己的艾滋病毒状况,最常见的原因是害怕受到歧视。有必要采取更多行动,并解决可能的自我耻辱。在工作场所坚持抗逆转录病毒治疗几乎没有问题。
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Acta Clinica Belgica
Acta Clinica Belgica MEDICINE, GENERAL & INTERNAL-
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期刊介绍: Acta Clinica Belgica: International Journal of Clinical and Laboratory Medicine primarily publishes papers on clinical medicine, clinical chemistry, pathology and molecular biology, provided they describe results which contribute to our understanding of clinical problems or describe new methods applicable to clinical investigation. Readership includes physicians, pathologists, pharmacists and physicians working in non-academic and academic hospitals, practicing internal medicine and its subspecialties.
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