ADOLESCENTS LIVING WITH HIV IN LOW-INCOME SETTINGS: A REVIEW OF THE EVIDENCE ON GAPS IN HIV SERVICES

Comprehensive care for adolescents living with HIV BARRIER: In the absence of quality post-test counselling, the fear of dealing with a positive HIV result can be a barrier to getting tested. Figure 1. Comprehensive adolescent care should include multisectoral service provision that is ‘youth-friendly’ and responsive to the needs of adolescents. For comprehensive care for adolescents living with HIV, it is necessary to address service gaps and barriers, while realising the rights of adolescents.