Enhancing HIV self-testing uptake among university students in Rwanda: the proportion, barriers, and opportunities

Abstract Introduction University students in Rwanda are at high risk for HIV, yet they have a low uptake of HIV self-testing, which is crucial for HIV diagnosis and prevention. This study investigated their knowledge, behaviors, and perceptions towards HIV self-testing, highlighting the barriers and...

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Published in:	BMC Public Health
Main Authors:	Ritah Mukashyaka, Gerald Kaberuka, Alain Favina, Dan Lutasingwa, Fred Mulisa, Everest Turatsinze, Ann Karanja, Deborah Kansiime, Egide Niyotwagira, Basile Ikuzo, Mark Mohan Kaggwa, Aflodis Kagaba, Evans Mantiri Mathebula, Gallican N. Rwibasira
Format:	Article
Language:	English
Published:	BMC 2025-03-01
Subjects:	Awareness Barriers Benefits HIV self-testing Perceptions University students
Online Access:	https://doi.org/10.1186/s12889-025-22387-y

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