Alfreda B. Sandi
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Alfreda B. Sandi has a total of 3 co-authors. Here are the top co-authors by number of shared publications:
- Aminata M. Sow
Department of School of Public Health, University of Liberia, Monrovia, Liberia
1 shared publication - Neima Nora Candy
Department of School of Public Health, University of Liberia, Monrovia, Liberia
1 shared publication - Prince Lassemento Fully
Department of School of Public Health, University of Liberia, Monrovia, Liberia
1 shared publication
Latest Publications
- Open Access
- 30 March 2026
- Published by Lattice Science Publication (LSP) in International Journal of Preventive Medicine and Health
- Vol. 6 (3) , 8-13
Knowledge, Perceptions, Attitudes, and Health Seeking Behaviors Regarding HIV and Hepatitis B Co-Infection in Liberian Communities: A Community-Based Cross-Sectional Study
Background: Although HIV and Hepatitis B virus (HBV) have similar transmission patterns in West Africa, little is known about how the population perceives HIV/HBV co-infection. This study examines peoples attitudes, knowledge, and health-seeking habits in three Liberian communities about HIV/HBV coinfection. Methods: From December 2025 to January 2026, we conducted a community-based survey in Todee, St. Paul River, and Greater Monrovia. A standardized questionnaire, guided by the Health Belief Model and the Theory of Planned Behavior, was given to 40 individuals who were purposefully chosen. The analysis used descriptive statistics, chi-square testing, and logistic regression. Results: Only 65.0 percent of participants knew about Hepatitis B, and only 35.0 percent identified HIV/HBV co-infection, despite 95.0 percent being aware of HIV/AIDS. Educational level strongly influenced testing behaviours and knowledge outcomes (beta = 0.42, p less than 0.01). The major obstacle to healthcare access was reported as cost (40.0 percent), followed by fear of stigma (22.5 percent). Trust in healthcare practitioners was modest (mean 2.60/5), while felt stigma was high (3.52/5). The logistic model showed that HIV testing was substantially predicted by education (OR=1.8, 95 percent CI: 1.2-2.7) and healthcare trust (OR=1.5, 95 percent CI: 1.1-2.1). Conclusions: The Liberian population has significant information deficits about HIV/HBV co-infection. The findings highlight the need to remove financial barriers, eliminate stigma, train healthcare workers, and provide comprehensive health information. The cultural context of Liberia's post-conflict situation should inform these efforts.
- 30 March 2026
- Published by Lattice Science Publication (LSP) in International Journal of Preventive Medicine and Health
- Vol. 6 (3) , 8-13
Open AccessKnowledge, Perceptions, Attitudes, and Health Seeking Behaviors Regarding HIV and Hepatitis B Co-Infection in Liberian Communities: A Community-Based Cross-Sectional Study
Background: Although HIV and Hepatitis B virus (HBV) have similar transmission patterns in West Africa, little is known about how the population perceives HIV/HBV co-infection. This study examines peoples attitudes, knowledge, and health-seeking habits in three Liberian communities about HIV/HBV coinfection. Methods: From December 2025 to January 2026, we conducted a community-based survey in Todee, St. Paul River, and Greater Monrovia. A standardized questionnaire, guided by the Health Belief Model and the Theory of Planned Behavior, was given to 40 individuals who were purposefully chosen. The analysis used descriptive statistics, chi-square testing, and logistic regression. Results: Only 65.0 percent of participants knew about Hepatitis B, and only 35.0 percent identified HIV/HBV co-infection, despite 95.0 percent being aware of HIV/AIDS. Educational level strongly influenced testing behaviours and knowledge outcomes (beta = 0.42, p less than 0.01). The major obstacle to healthcare access was reported as cost (40.0 percent), followed by fear of stigma (22.5 percent). Trust in healthcare practitioners was modest (mean 2.60/5), while felt stigma was high (3.52/5). The logistic model showed that HIV testing was substantially predicted by education (OR=1.8, 95 percent CI: 1.2-2.7) and healthcare trust (OR=1.5, 95 percent CI: 1.1-2.1). Conclusions: The Liberian population has significant information deficits about HIV/HBV co-infection. The findings highlight the need to remove financial barriers, eliminate stigma, train healthcare workers, and provide comprehensive health information. The cultural context of Liberia's post-conflict situation should inform these efforts.