HIV education for Russian-speaking people in Europe - An integrative literature review
Sushchenko, Nadezda (2023)
2023
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This thesis is an integrative literature review that aims to enhance HIV prevention by providing HIV-related education material in an online form on the Global Window platform. The objectives of this study are: 1) to facilitate Russian-speaking people in Europe to gain knowledge of HIV, and 2) to spread information about existing online services. The aim and objectives of this study will be achieved with the help of three research questions, which are: 1) what are the most useful information and communication technologies to use, 2) why is the spread of HIV-related information powerful via information and communication technologies and 3) who would benefit most from HIV-related education.
HIV is a global issue. Approximately 38,5 million people had positive HIV status in 2021. During the same year, many countries faced an increase in HIV cases, and most of the cases were located in Russian-speaking countries such as Russia, Ukraine, and Belarus. Based on previous research, Russian-speaking people have misconseptions about HIV. Additionally, Russian-speaking people do not show interest in preventive actions. Thus, it is highly beneficial to focus HIV education on this specific group of people.
The research method used in this thesis was integrative literature review. The data was collected via three reliable databases: PubMed, CINAHL, and Google Scholar. Literature was selected based on the inclusion and exclusion criteria and transparency of the process was displayed by using a PRISMA flow chart. The quality of the selected literature was assessed according to the QuADS appraisal tool and the data was analyzed and synthesized by using a content analysis tool.
In summary, it is evidence-based that information and communication technologies hold a variety of valuable features. Not only are the end-users provided with a large number of diverse sources, but these sources have shown many redeeming features such as accessibility and cost-effectiveness. Information and communication technologies have shown great results in increasing awareness and prevention, which is exactly what is needed when it comes to HIV. Hence, HIV-related educational material can be seen on the Global Window platform (wwww.globalwindow.fi).
Sharing of HIV-related material for Russian-speaking people (especially for people who inject drugs, people who have sexual intercourse, young gay, bisexual, and other men who have sex with men) is essential. The reason is misinformation, too little information, or risky behaviour of these people.
The Global Window platform will provide readers simple information about transmission of HIV, symptoms, and treatment. Additionally, the platform will provide links to different sources for more information.
HIV is a global issue. Approximately 38,5 million people had positive HIV status in 2021. During the same year, many countries faced an increase in HIV cases, and most of the cases were located in Russian-speaking countries such as Russia, Ukraine, and Belarus. Based on previous research, Russian-speaking people have misconseptions about HIV. Additionally, Russian-speaking people do not show interest in preventive actions. Thus, it is highly beneficial to focus HIV education on this specific group of people.
The research method used in this thesis was integrative literature review. The data was collected via three reliable databases: PubMed, CINAHL, and Google Scholar. Literature was selected based on the inclusion and exclusion criteria and transparency of the process was displayed by using a PRISMA flow chart. The quality of the selected literature was assessed according to the QuADS appraisal tool and the data was analyzed and synthesized by using a content analysis tool.
In summary, it is evidence-based that information and communication technologies hold a variety of valuable features. Not only are the end-users provided with a large number of diverse sources, but these sources have shown many redeeming features such as accessibility and cost-effectiveness. Information and communication technologies have shown great results in increasing awareness and prevention, which is exactly what is needed when it comes to HIV. Hence, HIV-related educational material can be seen on the Global Window platform (wwww.globalwindow.fi).
Sharing of HIV-related material for Russian-speaking people (especially for people who inject drugs, people who have sexual intercourse, young gay, bisexual, and other men who have sex with men) is essential. The reason is misinformation, too little information, or risky behaviour of these people.
The Global Window platform will provide readers simple information about transmission of HIV, symptoms, and treatment. Additionally, the platform will provide links to different sources for more information.