Dr. Afolake Amodu

Afolake Amodu is a health researcher whose work focuses on the intersection of mental health and HIV care within primary healthcare settings in South Africa. Affiliated with research in the Ekurhuleni district, the scholar contributes to strengthening integrated, patient-centred approaches in public health systems, particularly in resource-constrained environments.

Published research in the African Journal of Primary Health Care and Family Medicine examines the prevalence and correlates of common mental disorders among people living with HIV. The study highlights the relationship between mental health conditions, treatment adherence, and viral suppression, while drawing attention to gaps in routine mental health screening in primary care facilities.

This work demonstrates strengths in epidemiological methods, use of validated screening tools, and applied statistical analysis to inform service delivery. Based on the limited available publication at present, the research indicates a clear commitment to improving integrated mental health screening and advancing evidence-based policy and practice in HIV care.