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Quit4life+
Tobacco use among people living with HIV (PLWH) contributes substantially to the HIV burden, with nearly a quarter of AIDS-related deaths attributable to smoking. We approach this challenge with the first randomized control trial (RCT) to test the efficacy of a tailored short message service (SMS) based tobacco use cessation intervention on prolonged tobacco use abstinence at 6 months post program initiation in comparison to the standard of care (brief advice to quit) and nic
Barriers and Facilitators to Implementing Tobacco Cessation Interventions in HIV Clinics in Sub-Saharan Africa: Application of the Consolidated Framework for Implementation Research
Kyra Guy, et al. Consortium of Universities for Global Health, April 2026
HIV Cancer Stigma
This supplement to the Quit4Life+ parent study collects qualitative and quantitative data on the types, magnitude, and drivers of cancer stigma and the impact of stigma on cancer prevention, screening, care services, and access to care among PLWH in Uganda and Zambia. The findings from this supplemental data will have important implications for healthcare providers, policymakers, and public health practitioners working to prevent and control cancer within PLWH in Uganda and
Usability and cultural adaptation of a text message-based tobacco cessation intervention for people living with HIV in Uganda and Zambia
Wipfli, H., Arinaitwe, J., Goma, F., Atuyambe, L., Guwatudde, D., Phiri, M. M., Rutebemberwa, E., Wabwire-Mangen, F., Zulu, R., Zyambo, C., Guy, K., Kusolo, R., Mukupa, M., Musasizi, E., & Tucker, J. S. (2025). Usability and cultural adaptation of a text message-based tobacco cessation intervention for people living with HIV in Uganda and Zambia. Addiction science & clinical practice, 20(1), 55. https://doi.org/10.1186/s13722-025-00580-z LINK TO TEXT Abstract Background: Text
Understanding stigma as a barrier to cancer prevention and treatment: a qualitative study among people living with HIV in Uganda and Zambia
This study aims to examine experiences and drivers of cancer stigma and their associations with access to care.
Understanding Stigma as a Barrier to Care in Uganda and Zambia
Kyra Guy, Association of Pacific Rim Universities, Bangkok, November 2024 LINK to Poster
A phone-based tobacco use cessation program for people living with HIV in Uganda and Zambia: study protocol for a randomized controlled trial
Wipfli H, Arinaitwe J, Goma F, Atuyambe L, Guwatudde D, Phiri MM, Rutebemberwa E, Wabwire-Mangen F, Zulu R, Zyambo C, Guy K, Kusolo R, Mukupa M, Musasizi E, Tucker JS. A phone-based tobacco use cessation program for people living with HIV in Uganda and Zambia: study protocol for a randomized controlled trial. Addict Sci Clin Pract. 2024 Jan 19;19(1):6. doi: 10.1186/s13722-024-00438-w. PMID: 38243301; PMCID: PMC10797805. LINK TO TEXT Full Text Abstract Background: Nicotine rep
Usability and Cultural Adaption of a Text Message-based Tobacco Cessation International for people living with HIV in Uganda and Zambia
Kyra Guy, Association of Pacific Rim Universities, Mexico City, October 2023
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