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DOCN M94A1868
TI Influence of widow inheritance on the epidemiology of HIV in Africa.
DT 9412
AU Okeyo TM; Epidemiologist, Kenya.
SO Int Conf AIDS. 1994 Aug 7-12;10(1):433 (abstract no. PD0342). Unique
Identifier : AIDSLINE ICA10/94370707
AB OBJECTIVE: To investigate traditional behaviour practices that influence
transmission of HIV among the Luo of Kenya. METHODS: Rapid appraisal
approach involving in-depth interviews with a convenient sample of 92
key informants (widows of Luo men dead in the preceding 12 months).
RESULTS: 47 (51%) widows were already inherited, 34 (36%) had plans to
be inherited, 11 refused. Sex is an essential component of widow
inheritance. 80% of men inheriting were married, one third had history
of previously inheriting other widows, some were paid to inherit. One
third of widows inherited had divorced previous partners and had new
ones. CONCLUSION: Widow inheritance is a determinant of sexual behaviour
among the Luo and is a risk factor for HIV transmission. Education and
advocacy to change be enhanced at community level.
DE *Culture Female Human HIV Infections/*EPIDEMIOLOGY/TRANSMISSION
Kenya/EPIDEMIOLOGY Male Sex Behavior *Widowhood MEETING ABSTRACT
SOURCE: National Library of Medicine. NOTICE: This material may be
protected by Copyright Law (Title 17, U.S.Code).