Exploring the Intersection of HIV, Breast Cancer, and Wound Sepsis within the Healthcare System of Uganda

Tom Akello Abbo

Department of Pharmacology, Kampala International University Uganda

ABSTRACT

This study delves into the complex intersection of HIV/AIDS, breast cancer, and wound sepsis within the healthcare system of Uganda, focusing on the Amuru, Kitgum, and Pader districts in Northern Uganda. The objectives were to identify, explore, and document the interplay of these diseases, particularly among females, and to understand the sociocultural and structural factors influencing disease progression and access to care. The prevalence rates of breast cancer and HIV/AIDS were found to be significant, with late-stage diagnosis being common, exacerbating the challenges of treatment. Wound sepsis emerged as a critical barrier to care, often leading to unnecessary abandonment of potentially curative interventions. The study highlights the urgent need for comprehensive healthcare system management to address the growing burden of non-communicable diseases and chronic illnesses in Uganda.

Keywords: HIV/AIDS, breast cancer, wound sepsis, healthcare system, Uganda and disease

CITE AS: Tom Akello Abbo (2024). Exploring the Intersection of HIV, Breast Cancer, and Wound Sepsis within the Healthcare System of Uganda. RESEARCH INVENTION JOURNAL OF PUBLIC HEALTH AND PHARMACY 3(1): 18-22.