Mixed-methods analysis shows increased treatment adherence in rural HIV-positive individuals using biometrics, suggesting effective integration for management.
In rural Tanzanian communities, HIV management is often hindered by low adherence to treatment due to irregular follow-ups and registration difficulties. A mixed-methods approach including interviews, observations, and statistical analysis was employed to gather data from 120 participants over a six-month period. Biometric fingerprint registration led to an increase of 43% in follow-up compliance among HIV-positive individuals (p < 0.05). The use of biometric fingerprints significantly improved adherence to antiretroviral therapy (ART) and reduced the likelihood of treatment dropout. Rural health centers should integrate biometric fingerprint technology for future HIV management initiatives. HIV Management, Biometrics, Fingerprints, Adherence to Treatment, Rural Communities Treatment effect was estimated with logit(pᵢ)=β₀+β^ Xᵢ, and uncertainty reported using confidence-interval based inference.
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