But what are these needs and what are the implications for HIV policy, programs and service delivery? The Sepo II Study 1 explored the experiences of women and men living with HIV and on ART in Lusaka, Zambia in order to better understand their hopes and challenges over time. [...] The goal of the Sepo II Study is to inform the evolution of policy and care to better address the long-term management of HIV as a chronic condition. [...] The Sepo II Study is part of a broader program of research and advocacy to advance the field of rehabilitation in the context of HIV in sub-Saharan Africa. [...] In the interviews, participants were asked to share their experiences of living with HIV and ART related to their body’s functioning, day-to-day activities, and their relationships at home, at work and in their communities. [...] HIV policy and programs also need to address the health- and life-related impacts of living longer with HIV such as counseling for issues beyond VCT and adherence, and rehabilitation to promote function and quality of life.
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