Factors associated with HIV testing among youth aged 15–24 years in Myanmar: evidence from the 2015–16 demographic and health survey - Takeaways - MDSpire

Factors associated with HIV testing among youth aged 15–24 years in Myanmar: evidence from the 2015–16 demographic and health survey

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  • Soe Sandi Tint

  • Myo Zin Oo

  • May 4, 2026

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    Only 10.9% of adolescents aged 15-24 in Myanmar reported ever undergoing HIV testing.

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    Older adolescents (20-24 years) had significantly higher odds of testing compared to younger ones (15-19 years).

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    Males were more likely to have been tested for HIV than females, indicating a gender disparity in testing rates.

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    Adolescents with sexual experience were four times more likely to have undergone HIV testing than those without.

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    Targeted youth-centered HIV testing strategies are essential for improving early detection and prevention efforts in Myanmar.

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Factors associated with HIV testing among youth aged 15–24 years in Myanmar: evidence from the 2015–16 demographic and health survey

  • by Soe Sandi Tint, Myo Zin Oo

  • May 4, 2026

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