HIV LITERACY AND PREGNANT WOMEN’S WILLINGNESS FOR TESTING AT PADANG BULAN COMMUNITY HEALTH CENTER IN 2025

Abstract

Background. HIV remains a significant global public health issue, particularly among pregnant women. Understanding HIV is crucial for enhancing their willingness to get tested, which impacts prevention of mother-to-child transmission (PMTCT). This study aims to examine the relationship between HIV literacy and the willingness of pregnant women to undergo screening at the Padang Bulan Health Center in 2025. Subjects and Method. This quantitative study uses a cross-sectional design. The population consists of all pregnant women visiting the Health Center in 2025, with a sample of 51 selected through total sampling. Primary data were gathered via a structured questionnaire assessing HIV literacy and willingness for screening. Data analysis employed the Chi-square test. Results. There was no significant relationship between HIV literacy and the willingness to undergo screening (p-value = 0.054 > 0.05). Conclusions. Other factors may influence the willingness to test for HIV beyond those examined in this study. Further research is necessary, incorporating WHO-recommended testing procedures