Candice Chetty-Makkan
Datos Biográficos
| ID | 7606274 |
|---|---|
| NOMBRE | Candice Chetty-Makkan |
| NOMBRES | Candice |
| APELLIDO | Chetty-Makkan |
| FIRMA | CHETTY-MAKKAN C |
| AFILIACIONES | University of the Witwatersrand |
| ORCID | 0000-0001-9292-9586 |
| VERIFICADO | Sí |
| TOTAL DE OBRAS | 18 |
| TOTAL DE CITAS | 0 |
| TOTAL COMO AUTOR | 18 |
| TOTAL COMO EDITOR | 0 |
| PRIMER AÑO DE PUBLICACIÓN | 2016 |
| AÑO MÁS RECIENTE DE PUBLICACIÓN | 2026 |
| ÍNDICE H | 0 |
Evaluating the acceptability, feasibility, and implementation fidelity of a multipurpose mobile health (mHealth) app used for Tuberculosis (TB) contact tracing by Ward-Based Outreach Teams (WBOTs) in …
Mobile health (mHealth) technologies are increasingly used to support community-based healthcare. However, their real-world impact often remains unclear. Understanding implementation factors is essential for advancing their use and achieving meaningful health outcomes. We evaluated an mHealth tool (AitaHealth) after customising its modules and workflows for household Tuberculosis (TB) contact tracing and other community-based data collection by c…
Characterising concerns and misinformation shaping global HIV vaccine confidence and demand
BACKGROUND: Demand for a future HIV vaccine, similar to other vaccines, is vulnerable to misinformation. A number of studies have examined HIV vaccine acceptability and demand, but few have systematically explored the specific concerns and misinformation that shape these attitudes. This structured review and content analysis of published and grey literature identifies concerns about the HIV vaccine that might fuel misinformation about the vaccine…
Understanding HIV Vaccine Misinformation and Vaccine Intentions Among Young Women in South Africa
An effective HIV vaccine could significantly reduce HIV incidence, but demand for future HIV vaccines will be affected by misinformation. We conducted an online survey (March-April 2024) to identify the misinformation claims most likely to deter young women in South Africa (n = 188) from receiving an HIV vaccine. Participants rated HIV-vaccine misinformation as most concerning (i.e. would make them not want to get vaccinated) and least concerning…
A Mixed-Method Evaluation of the Association Between Attitudes Toward Gender-Based Violence and Sexual Behaviors Among Adolescents and Young Adults in Rustenburg, South Africa
In South Africa, gender-based violence (GBV) is a public health crisis contributing to the transmission of HIV and requiring urgent intervention. Using mixed methods, this study evaluated the relationship between adolescents' attitudes toward GBV and their sexual behaviors. Adolescent girls and young women (AGYW) and adolescent boys and young men (ABYM) completed a questionnaire assessing socio-demographic characteristics, sexual risk behavior, a…
Willingness of adolescent girls and young women to participate in future clinical trials of long-acting PrEP implants for HIV prevention, Kampala Uganda
Adolescent girls and young women (AGYW) continue to face a significant risk of HIV infection, particularly as numerous experimental prevention products are in development. This study assessed the willingness to participate (WTP) in future clinical trials of long-acting HIV pre-exposure prophylaxis (PrEP) implants among AGYW at high risk of HIV infection in Kampala, Uganda. From January to October 2019, we conducted a cross-sectional study among A…
Behaviourally-Informed Two-Way Text Messaging to Improve Return to HIV Care in South Africa
One-way text messaging to re-engage people in HIV care has shown promise, but little is known about two-way messaging. We evaluated a behaviourally-informed two-way text messaging intervention to increase re-engagement in care following missed visits. We conducted an individual-level randomised controlled trial between February and March 2023 in Capricorn District, South Africa. Adults aged ≥ 18 years who had missed an ART visit by > 28 days were…
Adolescent choices and caregiver roles
South African adolescents are at-risk for HIV infection due to engaging in high-risk sexual behaviours. Understanding the factors influencing sexual decision-making is crucial for developing effective HIV prevention strategies. We conducted a qualitative study with adolescents and caregivers in Rustenburg, South Africa to explore individual and interpersonal factors that influence adolescent sexual decision-making. Focus Group Discussions (FGDs) …
Applying behavioural economics principles to increase demand for free HIV testing services at private doctor-led clinics in Johannesburg, South Africa
Expanding free HIV testing service (HTS) access to include private clinics could increase testing rates. A donor funded programme, GP Care Cell, offered free HIV testing at selected private doctor-led clinics but uptake was low. We investigated whether HTS demand creation materials that used behavioural economics principles could increase demand for HIV testing at these clinics. We conducted a randomised controlled trial in Johannesburg, South Af…
Acceptability of using the medication monitor and experience of a differentiated care approach for TB treatment adherence among people living with TB in South Africa
Background The introduction of digital adherence technologies (DATs) such as medication monitors in tuberculosis (TB) programmes supports treatment adherence among people with tuberculosis (PWTB). We evaluated the acceptability of using medication monitors (Wisepill evriMED) prompting a stepwise differentiated care approach (DCA), involving short message service (SMS), phone calls, home visits and motivational counselling, among PWTB in South Afr…
A qualitative exploration into the presence of TB stigmatization across three districts in South Africa
TB stigma contributes to suboptimal case finding and care at the community level in South Africa. Interventions to combat stigma, such as community and individual education campaigns on TB treatment and transmission as well as the training of health care workers on stigma and stigmatization are needed to prevent discrimination and protect patient confidentiality
Quasi-experimental evaluation of a financial incentive for first-dose Covid-19 vaccination among adults aged ≥60 years in South Africa
INTRODUCTION: COVID-19 vaccination coverage in South Africa (RSA) remains low despite increased access to vaccines. On 1 November 2021, RSA introduced the Vooma Voucher programme which provided a small guaranteed financial incentive, a Vooma Voucher redeemable at grocery stores, for COVID-19 vaccination among older adults, a population most vulnerable to serious illness, hospitalisation and death. However, the association of financial incentives …
Attitudes Toward Gender-Based Violence Among Sexually Active Adult Men at High Risk for HIV in Rustenburg, South Africa
Gender-based violence (GBV) toward women is widespread and has been associated with increased HIV risk. We investigated attitudes toward GBV among men living in Rustenburg, South Africa, who were enrolled in a longitudinal HIV incidence study. Participants were 18 to 49 years old, reported high risk sexual activity in the last 3 months, and were HIV-uninfected. Attitudes toward GBV were evaluated using responses to a five-item standardized questi…
Understanding factors influencing utilization of HIV prevention and treatment services among patients and providers in a heterogeneous setting
Despite advances made in HIV prevention and treatment interventions in South Africa, barriers to their utilization continue to exist. Understanding perspectives from patients and providers of healthcare can shed light on the necessary strategies to enhance uptake of HIV services. A cross-sectional qualitative study was conducted in July 2020 in Ekurhuleni District. Based on HIV prevalence estimates from a national survey, male condom use coverage…
They are inconveniencing us’ - exploring how gaps in patient education and patient centred approaches interfere with TB treatment adherence
Limited occupational opportunities, fear of disclosure and stigmatization all contributed to treatment LTFU. Clinicians concurred that poor patient understanding of TB and that biomedical management lacking a psycho-social dimension further exacerbated the poor treatment outcome. TB remains a social disease, the successful management of which hinges on patient-centred care
Knock Knock”
HHCs are supportive of HHCT and felt empowered by receiving TB education that ultimately allowed them to better understand and care for PLTB. HHCs were supportive of screening children for TB at home. Future HHCT activities should consider raising community awareness on the benefits of TB contact tracing at households
Youth Preferences for HIV Testing in South Africa
Effectiveness of an “Exclusive Intervention Strategy” to increase medical male circumcision uptake among men aged 25–49 years in South Africa
The study is registered at ClinicalTrials.gov , number NCT02352961
Exploring The Migration Profiles of Primary Healthcare Users in South Africa
South Africa's public healthcare system responses seldom engage with migration. Our exploratory study investigates migration profiles and experiences of primary healthcare (PHC) users. A cross-sectional survey involving non-probability sampling was conducted with 229 PHC users at six purposively selected PHC clinics in three districts of SA. The survey captured socio-demographic information, migration histories, and PHC experiences. Chi square an…
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Exploring The Migration Profiles of Primary Healthcare Users in South Africa
South Africa's public healthcare system responses seldom engage with migration. Our exploratory study investigates migration profiles and experiences of primary healthcare (PHC) users. A cross-sectional survey involving non-probability sampling was conducted with 229 PHC users at six purposively selected PHC clinics in three districts of SA. The survey captured socio-demographic information, migration histories, and PHC experiences. Chi square an…
Effectiveness of an “Exclusive Intervention Strategy” to increase medical male circumcision uptake among men aged 25–49 years in South Africa
The study is registered at ClinicalTrials.gov , number NCT02352961
They are inconveniencing us’ - exploring how gaps in patient education and patient centred approaches interfere with TB treatment adherence
Limited occupational opportunities, fear of disclosure and stigmatization all contributed to treatment LTFU. Clinicians concurred that poor patient understanding of TB and that biomedical management lacking a psycho-social dimension further exacerbated the poor treatment outcome. TB remains a social disease, the successful management of which hinges on patient-centred care
Knock Knock”
HHCs are supportive of HHCT and felt empowered by receiving TB education that ultimately allowed them to better understand and care for PLTB. HHCs were supportive of screening children for TB at home. Future HHCT activities should consider raising community awareness on the benefits of TB contact tracing at households
Youth Preferences for HIV Testing in South Africa
Quasi-experimental evaluation of a financial incentive for first-dose Covid-19 vaccination among adults aged ≥60 years in South Africa
INTRODUCTION: COVID-19 vaccination coverage in South Africa (RSA) remains low despite increased access to vaccines. On 1 November 2021, RSA introduced the Vooma Voucher programme which provided a small guaranteed financial incentive, a Vooma Voucher redeemable at grocery stores, for COVID-19 vaccination among older adults, a population most vulnerable to serious illness, hospitalisation and death. However, the association of financial incentives …
Attitudes Toward Gender-Based Violence Among Sexually Active Adult Men at High Risk for HIV in Rustenburg, South Africa
Gender-based violence (GBV) toward women is widespread and has been associated with increased HIV risk. We investigated attitudes toward GBV among men living in Rustenburg, South Africa, who were enrolled in a longitudinal HIV incidence study. Participants were 18 to 49 years old, reported high risk sexual activity in the last 3 months, and were HIV-uninfected. Attitudes toward GBV were evaluated using responses to a five-item standardized questi…
Understanding factors influencing utilization of HIV prevention and treatment services among patients and providers in a heterogeneous setting
Despite advances made in HIV prevention and treatment interventions in South Africa, barriers to their utilization continue to exist. Understanding perspectives from patients and providers of healthcare can shed light on the necessary strategies to enhance uptake of HIV services. A cross-sectional qualitative study was conducted in July 2020 in Ekurhuleni District. Based on HIV prevalence estimates from a national survey, male condom use coverage…
Acceptability of using the medication monitor and experience of a differentiated care approach for TB treatment adherence among people living with TB in South Africa
Background The introduction of digital adherence technologies (DATs) such as medication monitors in tuberculosis (TB) programmes supports treatment adherence among people with tuberculosis (PWTB). We evaluated the acceptability of using medication monitors (Wisepill evriMED) prompting a stepwise differentiated care approach (DCA), involving short message service (SMS), phone calls, home visits and motivational counselling, among PWTB in South Afr…
A qualitative exploration into the presence of TB stigmatization across three districts in South Africa
TB stigma contributes to suboptimal case finding and care at the community level in South Africa. Interventions to combat stigma, such as community and individual education campaigns on TB treatment and transmission as well as the training of health care workers on stigma and stigmatization are needed to prevent discrimination and protect patient confidentiality
Adolescent choices and caregiver roles
South African adolescents are at-risk for HIV infection due to engaging in high-risk sexual behaviours. Understanding the factors influencing sexual decision-making is crucial for developing effective HIV prevention strategies. We conducted a qualitative study with adolescents and caregivers in Rustenburg, South Africa to explore individual and interpersonal factors that influence adolescent sexual decision-making. Focus Group Discussions (FGDs) …
Applying behavioural economics principles to increase demand for free HIV testing services at private doctor-led clinics in Johannesburg, South Africa
Expanding free HIV testing service (HTS) access to include private clinics could increase testing rates. A donor funded programme, GP Care Cell, offered free HIV testing at selected private doctor-led clinics but uptake was low. We investigated whether HTS demand creation materials that used behavioural economics principles could increase demand for HIV testing at these clinics. We conducted a randomised controlled trial in Johannesburg, South Af…
Willingness of adolescent girls and young women to participate in future clinical trials of long-acting PrEP implants for HIV prevention, Kampala Uganda
Adolescent girls and young women (AGYW) continue to face a significant risk of HIV infection, particularly as numerous experimental prevention products are in development. This study assessed the willingness to participate (WTP) in future clinical trials of long-acting HIV pre-exposure prophylaxis (PrEP) implants among AGYW at high risk of HIV infection in Kampala, Uganda. From January to October 2019, we conducted a cross-sectional study among A…
Behaviourally-Informed Two-Way Text Messaging to Improve Return to HIV Care in South Africa
One-way text messaging to re-engage people in HIV care has shown promise, but little is known about two-way messaging. We evaluated a behaviourally-informed two-way text messaging intervention to increase re-engagement in care following missed visits. We conducted an individual-level randomised controlled trial between February and March 2023 in Capricorn District, South Africa. Adults aged ≥ 18 years who had missed an ART visit by > 28 days were…
Evaluating the acceptability, feasibility, and implementation fidelity of a multipurpose mobile health (mHealth) app used for Tuberculosis (TB) contact tracing by Ward-Based Outreach Teams (WBOTs) in …
Mobile health (mHealth) technologies are increasingly used to support community-based healthcare. However, their real-world impact often remains unclear. Understanding implementation factors is essential for advancing their use and achieving meaningful health outcomes. We evaluated an mHealth tool (AitaHealth) after customising its modules and workflows for household Tuberculosis (TB) contact tracing and other community-based data collection by c…
Characterising concerns and misinformation shaping global HIV vaccine confidence and demand
BACKGROUND: Demand for a future HIV vaccine, similar to other vaccines, is vulnerable to misinformation. A number of studies have examined HIV vaccine acceptability and demand, but few have systematically explored the specific concerns and misinformation that shape these attitudes. This structured review and content analysis of published and grey literature identifies concerns about the HIV vaccine that might fuel misinformation about the vaccine…
Understanding HIV Vaccine Misinformation and Vaccine Intentions Among Young Women in South Africa
An effective HIV vaccine could significantly reduce HIV incidence, but demand for future HIV vaccines will be affected by misinformation. We conducted an online survey (March-April 2024) to identify the misinformation claims most likely to deter young women in South Africa (n = 188) from receiving an HIV vaccine. Participants rated HIV-vaccine misinformation as most concerning (i.e. would make them not want to get vaccinated) and least concerning…
A Mixed-Method Evaluation of the Association Between Attitudes Toward Gender-Based Violence and Sexual Behaviors Among Adolescents and Young Adults in Rustenburg, South Africa
In South Africa, gender-based violence (GBV) is a public health crisis contributing to the transmission of HIV and requiring urgent intervention. Using mixed methods, this study evaluated the relationship between adolescents' attitudes toward GBV and their sexual behaviors. Adolescent girls and young women (AGYW) and adolescent boys and young men (ABYM) completed a questionnaire assessing socio-demographic characteristics, sexual risk behavior, a…
Medicine (13 obras) · Public health (10 obras) · Family medicine (9 obras) · Environmental health (8 obras) · HIV/AIDS Research and Interventions (8 obras) · Internal Medicine (8 obras) · Nursing (8 obras) · Adolescent Sexual and Reproductive Health (6 obras) · Demography (5 obras) · Qualitative research (5 obras)