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Observational studyJournal of preventive medicine and hygiene2017

Epidemiological HIV infection surveillance among subjects with risk behaviours in the city of Messina (Sicily) from 1992 to 2015.

G Visalli, E Avventuroso, P Laganà, P Spataro, A Di Pietro, M P Bertuccio, I Picerno

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Knowledge of sexually transmitted infections and risky behaviours: a survey among high school and university students.Journal of preventive medicine and hygiene · 2019
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G VisalliDepartment of Biomedical and Dental Sciences and Morpho Functional Imaging, University of Messina, Italy.

E AvventurosoDepartment of Biomedical and Dental Sciences and Morpho Functional Imaging, University of Messina, Italy.

P LaganàDepartment of Biomedical and Dental Sciences and Morpho Functional Imaging, University of Messina, Italy.

P SpataroDepartment of Biomedical and Dental Sciences and Morpho Functional Imaging, University of Messina, Italy.

A Di PietroDepartment of Biomedical and Dental Sciences and Morpho Functional Imaging, University of Messina, Italy.

M P BertuccioDepartment of Biomedical and Dental Sciences and Morpho Functional Imaging, University of Messina, Italy.

I PicernoDepartment of Biomedical and Dental Sciences and Morpho Functional Imaging, University of Messina, Italy.

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6 · The paper itself

Abstract

introductionEpidemiological studies are a key element in determining the evolution and spread of HIV infection among the world population. Knowledge of the epidemiological dynamics improves strategies for prevention and monitoring.

methodsWe examined 2,272 subjects who voluntarily underwent HIV testing from January 1992 to December 2015. For each subject, an anonymous form was completed to obtain information on personal data, sexual habits and exposure to risk factors.

resultsThe number of subjects undergoing the screening test has increased over the years and the average age of the tested subjects has decreased over time. The main motivation for undergoing HIV testing is unprotected sex. Although heterosexual subjects taking the test were more numerous than homosexuals in this study, an increase in the latter over time should be highlighted.

conclusionsAlthough the number of tests performed has increased over the years, the persistence of unprotected sex shows an inadequate perception of risk. Therefore, it is necessary to implement programmes to increase the general awareness of HIV infection. It is also essential to undertake constant monitoring of behaviour, risk perception and the application of the screening test via surveillance systems in order to implement effective and efficient prevention.

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Population SurveillanceRisk-TakingAdultFemaleHIV InfectionsHumansMaleMass ScreeningMiddle AgedRisk FactorsSexual BehaviorSicilyHIV infection epidemiologyHIV testingPrevention strategiesRisk behavioursUnprotected sex

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