HIV/AIDS in West Africa: analysis of professional caregivers in Lomé, Togo

Abstract

Attempts to address the gap in literature on the experiences of HIV/AIDS care workers in Africa through studies of professional care givers in Lome, Togo. Uses a pilot study of 30 care givers and examines the roles, services and coping mechanisms of these individuals. Presents the demographics characteristics of the care givers and the type of services provided. Discusses how they cope with stress and their feeling regarding the prevention of HIV. Concludes they face enormous demands which may affect their own health and families. Suggests that a support network would be helpful.

Citation

Moore, A.R. (2001), "HIV/AIDS in West Africa: analysis of professional caregivers in Lomé, Togo", International Journal of Sociology and Social Policy, Vol. 21 No. 11/12, pp. 26-40. https://doi.org/10.1108/01443330110789682