Table 2. Facilitators of and Barriers to Efficient PrEP Adherence Protocols at the Individual, Social, and Structural Level among Female Sex Workers62,63,64,65.
High-yield facilitators of PrEP usage adherence | Major barriers to PrEP usage and adherence | |
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Individual level | PrEP education and motivation to maintain good health | Poor knowledge of PrEP, doubts about its effectiveness, fear of side effects, low perception of HIV risk, and the need to adhere to multiple medications |
Social level | Partner, peer, and family support | Anticipated stigma from peers, partners, and family members related to sexual orientation, PrEP, and/or HIV status |
Structural level | Presence of and good out-reach from healthcare workers and establishments, financial support, and patient privacy | Concerns regarding attitudes of healthcare providers, quality assurance, data protection, and cost |
PrEP, pre-exposure prophylaxis; HIV, human immunodeficiency virus.