Document Type

Report

Publication Date

2024

Abstract

The development of the PrEP Ring was a response to the reality that women remain more likely to acquire HIV than men. HIV is one of the leading causes of death among women ages 15-49 worldwide. HIV incidence is particularly high among young women: in the age range 15-24 years, they are twice as likely to acquire HIV as men of their age, accounting for nearly 25% of new adult infections in sub-Saharan Africa. Biological, economic and sociocultural factors all play a role in increasing women’s chances of acquiring HIV and manifest in practices such as early sexual debut, early marriage, intergenerational sex and concurrent partnerships.

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Training Package

Language

English

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