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HIV testing in primary care in the West of Ireland: a mixed-method survey between 2013 and 2023.
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backgroundThe year 2022 saw the largest number of human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) cases diagnosed in the Republic of Ireland on record, with a 122% increase on 2021 and a 68% increase compared with the pre-pandemic year of 2019. Late-stage diagnoses and difficulties accessing testing are more common outside of Dublin.
aimTo assess practices and attitudes to testing in general practice in the West of Ireland. DESIGN &
settingThis cross-sectional mixed-methods study was carried out through University Hospital Galway, which provides all HIV care for the West and North-West of Ireland.
methodA postal survey was sent to GPs. The survey was based on a study in 2013.
resultsThere was a 21.4% response rate (
conclusionGPs report a positive attitude to HIV testing but have concerns regarding undertesting. Urban and rural GPs reported different testing practices but this may be lessening over time. Guideline usage was low. We believe this study highlights areas to improve testing in this region.
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