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Community perceived barriers to uptake of health services among men at Sedibeng district in South Africa

20243 citationsOpen accessUniversity of the Witwatersrand

Abstract

The manuscript's primary contribution lies in uncovering multifaceted barriers to men's healthcare utilisation in Sedibeng district. It explores socio-cultural norms, healthcare worker demographics, stigma, discrimination, convenience factors, trust, confidentiality concerns, and the influence of intimate partners on men's healthcare choices. These insights illuminate the complex factors affecting men's healthcare access, providing valuable knowledge for healthcare providers and policymakers.

Research topics

  • Adolescent Sexual and Reproductive Health

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DOI: 10.4102/hsag.v29i0.2548

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