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This study dives into the lives of women living with HIV in rural areas Malawi and Kenya.<\/jats:p>\n                  <\/jats:sec>\n                  <jats:sec>\n                    <jats:title>Method<\/jats:title>\n                    <jats:p>For this cross-sectional study, employing quantitative methods and the Social Determinants of Health (SDOH) framework, we explored how different factors such as sociodemographic profiles, socioeconomic factors, housing conditions, food security, and economic crises shape their experiences to highlight key disparities and commonalities.<\/jats:p>\n                  <\/jats:sec>\n                  <jats:sec>\n                    <jats:title>Results<\/jats:title>\n                    <jats:p>The analysis revealed that while age distributions and literacy rates were similar, reflecting global HIV trends, there were significant differences in educational attainment, income levels, and debt, necessitating targeted interventions. Housing conditions and appliance ownership varied, indicating different environmental health impacts across the regions. Notably, Kenya is facing a severe food security crisis that demands immediate action, and both countries are grappling with economic challenges spurred by environmental disasters and healthcare costs.<\/jats:p>\n                  <\/jats:sec>\n                  <jats:sec>\n                    <jats:title>Implications and Conclusion<\/jats:title>\n                    <jats:p>This study contributes valuable insights into the unique and shared socioeconomic challenges faced by women living with HIV in Malawi and Kenya. It underscores the need for holistic, targeted public health strategies to enhance health outcomes, education, and economic stability for women living with HIV in resource limited areas. 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