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HIV/AIDS Co-Infection
Studies conducted at O. Olufemi et al on HIV/AIDS co-infection recently published
January 27th, 2009
According to recent research from Oakville, Canada, "This paper contends that the peculiar, chronic, itinerant lifestyles and precarious spaces occupied by the homeless enhance their risk and vulnerability to HIV/AIDS. These spaces, including the streets, shocks and cardboard boxes, mine dumps and unorganised Shelters, expose them to indecent lifestyles, poor choices and greater risk of HIV, as well as Tuberculosis (TB) and Sexually Transmitted Infections (STIs)." "This study was conducted amongst street homeless people, shock and hostel dwellers in informal settlements in various locations in Johannesburg. Inferences were drawn from the personal experiences of homeless...
Source: TB & Outbreaks Week (2009-01-27)
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