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The study aimed to evaluate the knowledge, attitude, and uptake of cervical cancer screening among HIV-positivewomen visiting Kampala International University Teaching Hospital (KIUTH). A quantitative cross-sectionalstudy was conducted to assess factors associated with the uptake of cervical cancer screening among HIV-positivewomen at KIUTH. Data was collected using an interviewer-administered questionnaire. The results showed that40% of HIV-positive women had undergone cervical cancer screening. Increased nationwide advocacy, mediaattention, community sensitization, and improved access to screening centers may contribute to this increase.Differences in socio-demographic characteristics, economic standing, and promotional policies may be contributingfactors. The unequal distribution of institutions offering screening services may also be a factor in the decline inscreening usage. The study found that lack of awareness and absence of symptoms were the two most commonreasons for not getting a cervical cancer screening. Educated women are more effective in producing health andeducation, motivation, and self-efficacy in the pursuit of health treatments Respondents with spousal support had afive-fold higher probability of getting a cervical cancer screening than those without partner support. Respondentswho received an HIV diagnosis five years or more ago had a four-fold greater likelihood of using a screeningservice than those who had an HIV diagnosis within the previous five years. In conclusion, the study found thatincreasing utilization of screening services was connected with having a positive attitude regarding cervical cancerand its screening.