Dylan Cote

Framework Program in Global Health: Grant Recipient

Dylan Cote
Couple's Voluntary Counseling and Testing for HIV
Spring 2008

Country: Malawi

Program: Bachelor's in Public Health Studies, School of Arts and Sciences

Project Abstract
In this study, we will investigate the following research questions: what is the ratio of households needed to visit to find one eligible couple for subsequent couple’s voluntary counseling and testing (CVCT) for HIV? What is the proportion, among eligible couples, of those who consent to participate in CVCT? Who did not consent to CVCT and what are their reasons for refusal? Clinical studies have shown that CVCT is a cost-effective way of preventing HIV and unwanted pregnancy. This study seeks to analyze how one can apply the clinical evidence to door-to-door services.

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