Adolescents and Young people's access to GBV, HIV and SRH services in the COVID-19 Pandemic Part 1
May 18, 2020
17,035
RESPONDERS
12%
RESPONSE RATE
70%
11,180
30%
4,896
TOTAL RESPONDERS
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Ministry Of Health & UNICEF are trying to improve how young people can access SRH/GBV/HIV services during the COVID-19 pandemic. Will u participate? Reply YES or NO
Coronavirus is a new virus that causes a flu like illness & is affecting the world including Uganda. COVID-19 is the name of the disease caused by Coronavirus
4,450 responded out of 14,993 polled
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Which people are at risk of getting infected with Coronavirus? A. Young people B. Old people C. Any human being is at risk D) Don’t know
Everyone is at risk. However, risk of infection, severe symptoms & death appear more frequently among older people & people with underlying health condition
4,087 responded out of 11,478 polled
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Are people living with HIV at higher risk of getting COVID-19? A. Yes B. No C. Don’t know D. Not sure
Fact: There is limited data on people living with HIV, however everyone is at risk if you come into contact with someone who has COVID-19. Symptoms are worse among people with underlying illnesses so it’s important for PLHIV to follow their ARV treatment
3,513 responded out of 10,193 polled
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If you got COVID-19 and are living with HIV, are you more likely to become very sick and die? A. Yes B. No C. Not sure/ don’t know
Facts: We still do not know if people living with HIV & infected with COVID-19 become sicker than those who do not have HIV. We do know that those who have weaker immune systems are less able to fight infections & illnesses, including COVID-19.
2,929 responded out of 8,986 polled
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Is there a treatment for COVID-19? A. Yes B. No C. Don’t know
Fact: There is no specific antiviral treatment. However, reporting and seeking medical care immediately helps to relieve symptoms and manage complications.
2,892 responded out of 8,295 polled
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Do Antiretroviral Drugs (ARVs) treat COVID-19 A. Yes B. No C. Don’t know/Not sure
There is no evidence that COVID-19 is sexually transmitted. However, coming into contact with someone’s spit e.g. through kissing or being physically intimate with them e.g. during hugs or sex can easily spread COVID-19.
2,614 responded out of 7,353 polled
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If you got COVID-19, should you continue to use contraceptives?
A. Yes B. NO C. Don’t know
Facts: So far there is no information that medicines used to treat COVID-19 can negatively interact with contraceptives. Continue to use contraceptives if u want to avoid unintended pregnancies. Use a condom to prevent HIV/STI transmission.
2,217 responded out of 6,767 polled
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If I get tested for COVID-19, do I have to tell them I am living with HIV?
A. Yes B. No C. Don’t know/Not sure
Facts: Your HIV status is yours to share & you should not feel pressured to tell anyone. However, telling your healthcare worker about your status or any other health conditions can help them to make sure you get the best possible care.
2,262 responded out of 6,315 polled
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Is it still safe for Young People and Adolescents Living with HIV to go to the hospital or attend a clinic appointment? A. Yes B. No C. Not sure/don’t know
Yes it is safe to go to the clinic but they may offer you a telephone appointment instead of coming into the clinic as long as you follow Ministry Of Health prevention guidance.
1,976 responded out of 5,846 polled
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Have you received any counselling or non medical support, during this time?
A. Yes B. No
If yes who offered this support?
A. Family (parent, sibling, relative)
B. A friend
C. Health worker/counselor
D. Peer support group member
E. Other, tell us
You can get psychosocial support from your family, friends or teachers. You can get more specialized support from health workers if u feel anxious about anything. To avoid anxiety & panic only trust & share information from MOH or your health worker.
781 responded out of 1,770 polled
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Do you think cases of Gender Based Violence (GBV) have gone up in your community during the lock down period? A. Yes B. No C. Not sure/don’t know
Have you heard of any message/announcement for how pregnant women and those delivering at the health facility can access transport from the district? Reply YES or NO
Thanks. For more information on SRH services call Marie stopes toll free line 0800220333, Ministry of Health toll free line 0800100066 or SMS U-Report on 8500
