HIV-Positive Women and High Rates of Intimate Partner Violence
Women have a higher risk of HIV infection when affected by intimate partner violence. In addition, high rates of intimate partner violence amongst HIV-positive women have been linked to poorer health outcomes, including less engagement in HIV care. Providers should work with these women to engage them into HIV care.
Citation:
Siemieniuk RA, Krentz HB, Miller P, Woodman K, Ko K, Gill MJ. The clinical implications of high rates of intimate partner violence against HIV-positive women. J Acquir Immune Defic Syndr. 2013 Sep 1;64(1):32-8.
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Commentary:
Wingood GM, DiClemente RJ, Seth P. Improving health outcomes for IPV-exposed women living with HIV. J Acquir Immune Defic Syndr. 2013 Sep 1;64(1):1-2.
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