Multilevel barriers and facilitators to smoking cessation among men living with HIV in Vietnam: a qualitative study of male patients and healthcare providers

Key Points

• Cessation efforts reveal significant barriers for men living with HIV, impacting their health outcomes.
• Insights from 25 participants highlight complex barriers like stigma and lack of support from healthcare providers.
• Qualitative analysis involved structured interviews, exploring patient-provider dynamics and community support systems.
• Understanding these barriers may enhance targeted interventions, but specific socio-cultural contexts need consideration.