Volume 18, No. 6, 2021
Influence Of Socio-Economic And Health Factors On HIV/AIDS Patient Survival In North East India
Solomon Nungchim Moyon
Abstract
This review paper examines the influence of socio-economic and health factors on the survival time of HIV/AIDS patients in North East India. Through a comprehensive analysis of existing studies and data, the paper identifies key determinants such as income, education, employment, access to healthcare, and co-morbidities that significantly impact patient outcomes. The analysis reveals that socio-economic status, particularly income and educational attainment, plays a crucial role in accessing timely and effective healthcare services. Employment status also affects patients' ability to afford and adhere to treatment regimens. Additionally, health parameters such as the presence of co-morbidities, nutritional status, and access to antiretroviral therapy (ART) are found to be vital in determining survival times. The findings underscore the critical need for targeted interventions aimed at improving healthcare infrastructure, reducing socio-economic disparities, and enhancing patient support systems. These measures are essential to ensure better health outcomes and increased survival rates for HIV/AIDS patients in North East India.
Pages: 9755-9763
Keywords: Socio-economic status, healthcare access, co-morbidities, antiretroviral therapy (ART), patient survival.