Table 1 Result of online survey on perspectives about PrEP by FSW and MSM in Nigeria (N = 494)
Questions | No of respondents who agreed with statement | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
It is a tool used for the prevention of HIV infection | 339 | 68.6 |
Only HIV negative persons can take PrEP | 295 | 59.7 |
Those at high risk for HIV would be given priority access to PrEP | 233 | 47.2 |
Individuals on PrEP will have to take a pill about the same time each day | 198 | 40.1 |
Individuals on PrEP will need to refill their pill supply regularly at a provider | 159 | 32.2 |
Individuals on PrEP will need to get regular HIV tests | 206 | 41.7 |
Individuals on PrEP will need to give blood samples regularly so that providers can monitor the effect of the pills on their organ | 134 | 27.1 |
Individuals on PrEP will need to receive regular counseling to help them take their pills every day | 180 | 36.4 |
Individuals on PrEP will need to receive regular counseling about how to reduce risk for HIV infection through safer sex behaviours | 209 | 42.3 |
Pregnancy tests may always be required for female | 104 | 21.1 |