Research Article

On-Time Appointment Keeping and Associated Factors among Human Immunodeficiency Virus-Positive Adult Patients Accessing Antiretroviral Therapy at Health Centers in East Gojjam Zone, Northwest Ethiopia, 2019

Table 3

Psychosocial, behavioral, and healthcare delivery system characteristics of HIV-positive patients accessing ART at health centers in East Gojjam Zone, Northwest Ethiopia, 2019.

VariablesFrequencyPercentage

Perceived stigmaYes28834.9
No53765.1

Member association of PLWHAYes49560.0
No33040.0

Social supportYes21325.8
No61274.2

Paper-based appointmentYes51862.8
No30737.2

Follow-up counselingYes34742.1
No47857.9

Unavailability of health workersYes21926.5
No60673.5

Appointment time convenientYes33640.7
No48959.3

Substance abuseYes39848.2
No42751.8

SatisfactionYes32939.9
No49660.1