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HIV/AIDS Co-Infection
Researchers from University of Sao Paulo provide details of new studies and findings in the area of HIV/AIDS co-infection
April 2nd, 2008
According to recent research from Sao Paulo, Brazil, "To estimate the prevalence of HIV infections, as well as hepatitis B and C and syphilis viruses in homeless people. Cross-sectional study with educational intervention, conducted in the city of Sao Paulo, between 2002 and 2003." "A convenience sample of homeless people who used night shelters was selected, according to the following criteria: aged 18 or older and not showing psychiatric disturbances. During interviews, sociodemographic and behavioral data were gathered and HIV, hepatitis B and C and syphilis laboratorial tests and post-test counseling were carried out. A total of 330 shelter users participated, with...
Source: Vaccine Weekly (2008-04-02)
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