Testing Outcomes of HIV-Exposed Infants (HEI) in Botswana

This poster, presented in 2024 at the 25th International AIDS Conference by Global Communities, showcases the results of a study on early infant diagnosis in Botswana.

Main finding. Testing rates for HEI are high in Botswana and the uptake of testing is growing; however, mothers do not fully comprehend the HEI testing protocols.

Key takeaway. Policy efforts, health systems strengthening at the community level, and consistent health education to mothers living with HIV are needed to promote the uptake of HEI testing.

Authors. Relebohile Faatse, Dorothy Tlagae-Gaseitsiwe, Kenneth Katse, Nothando Tumelo, Betty Adera and Mogomotsi Matshaba. 

Project. Comprehensive Care and Support for Orphans and Vulnerable Children (OVC) Project in Botswana, funded by the United States Agency for International Development (USAID).