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Final Facilitator Guide - EngenderHealth

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Section 5III.Issues specific to men who have sex with men :1. Lack of information about ART; stigma, blame, and fear ofdiscrimination prevent HIV+ MSM from seeking treatment.2. Criteria for initiating ART are the same for everyone irrespective oftheir sexuality; therefore, men who have sex with men who areeligible for ART should be ensured access to this life-saving therapy.3. Peer educators can a play a role by acting as a bridge between theservice providers and the HIV positive MSM who need treatmentby informing, educating, and supporting them to access thetreatment and motivating them to adhere to their drugs.<strong>Facilitator</strong>’s <strong>Guide</strong>4Adherence to Treatment for HIV104

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