What impact could DMPA use have had in South Africa and how might its continued use affect the future of the HIV epidemic?
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DOI: 10.1002/jia2.25414
Abstract: Some studies suggest that use of the injectable contraceptive depot medroxyprogesterone acetate (DMPA) may increase susceptibility to HIV infection. We aim to determine the influence that such an association could have had on the HIV… read more here.
Keywords: south africa; dmpa use; could dmpa; hiv epidemic ... See more keywords
Applying population‐specific incidence prevalence ratio benchmarks to monitor the Australian HIV epidemic: an epidemiological analysis
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DOI: 10.1002/jia2.26399
Abstract: Due to a lack of robust population denominators, Australia is unable to accurately monitor changes in the HIV epidemic for some populations. The ratio of HIV transmission relative to the number of people with HIV… read more here.
Keywords: hiv; incidence prevalence; population; prevalence ratio ... See more keywords
Data-Driven Goals for Curbing the U.S. HIV Epidemic by 2030
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DOI: 10.1007/s10461-019-02442-7
Abstract: Progress in reducing HIV infections has been suboptimal despite availability of effective prevention and treatment interventions and national strategies to bring them to scale. As part of a community-driven process, we expanded previous epidemiologic models… read more here.
Keywords: goals curbing; driven goals; hiv; data driven ... See more keywords
History of the HIV Epidemic in China
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DOI: 10.1007/s11904-019-00471-4
Abstract: This study aims to review the history of the human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) infection epidemic in China. The HIV infection epidemic in China has evolved significantly over the past 35 years, from initially exclusively within… read more here.
Keywords: hiv epidemic; history hiv; epidemic china;
HIV Testing Strategies for Health Departments to End the Epidemic in the U.S.
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DOI: 10.1016/j.amepre.2021.06.002
Abstract: An important goal of the Ending the HIV Epidemic in the U.S. initiative is the timely diagnosis of all people with HIV as early as possible after infection. To end the HIV epidemic, health departments… read more here.
Keywords: hiv; testing strategies; hiv testing; health departments ... See more keywords
HIV epidemic amidst COVID-19 pandemic in India: a conundrum for the country's healthcare system
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DOI: 10.1017/s095026882200098x
Abstract: Abstract India has the third-largest burden of human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) infection in the world. The coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) pandemic has only exposed the cracks in the Indian healthcare infrastructure concerning HIV. The prevalence… read more here.
Keywords: hiv; india; covid pandemic; hiv epidemic ... See more keywords
A serological household survey on social determinants of the generalized HIV epidemic in southern Brazil
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DOI: 10.1038/s41598-025-06764-6
Abstract: This study explores HIV prevalence and its social determinants in the southernmost state in Brazil, where the HIV epidemic has historically been more severe. A population-based serological household survey was conducted in 56 sampled municipalities… read more here.
Keywords: survey; household survey; hiv epidemic; prevalence ... See more keywords
Rejection of Federal Guidance by Southern US States and Projected Consequences for Ending the HIV Epidemic
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DOI: 10.1089/apc.2024.0182
Abstract: Evidence-based HIV programming focused on populations at risk of HIV is critical for sustainable disease prevention. In response to the Tennessee Department of Health decision to reject federal HIV guidance, the present study examines the… read more here.
Keywords: guidance; hiv cases; southern states; nda populations ... See more keywords
Navigating Stigma Against At-Risk Sexual and Gender Minority Populations to End the HIV Epidemic in Sub-Saharan Africa
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DOI: 10.1089/lgbt.2024.0110
Abstract: In the past year, new laws criminalizing same-sex conduct and the promotion of lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, and queer (LGBTQ) rights have emerged as barriers to addressing the HIV epidemic in sub-Saharan Africa (SSA). An… read more here.
Keywords: hiv epidemic; sub saharan; epidemic sub; saharan africa ... See more keywords
P-498. One Small Step for Man, One Giant Leap for Ending the HIV Epidemic
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DOI: 10.1093/ofid/ofae631.697
Abstract: Abstract Background To achieve the goal to “End the HIV Epidemic” by 2030, unique interventions are needed to increase testing and subsequently link people with HIV (PWH) to care for rapid start of antiretroviral therapy… read more here.
Keywords: linkage care; hiv; care; test ... See more keywords
A review of current trends in HIV epidemiology, surveillance, and control in Nigeria
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DOI: 10.1097/ms9.0000000000000604
Abstract: The HIV epidemic remains a public health challenge in Nigeria, with about 1.9 million people living with the virus in 2020. Despite progress in controlling the epidemic, challenges remain, including inadequate funding and limited access… read more here.
Keywords: review current; surveillance; current trends; control ... See more keywords