Epidemiology of HIV and sexually transmitted infections in China

Sexual Health ◽  
2004 ◽  
Vol 1 (1) ◽  
pp. 39 ◽  
Author(s):  
Kong-Lai Zhang ◽  
Shao-jun Ma ◽  
Dong-yan Xia
Keyword(s):  
Hiv Infection ◽  
Sexually Transmitted Infections ◽  
Incidence Rate ◽  
Infection Rate ◽  
Hiv Infections ◽  
Contributing Factors ◽  
Sexually Transmitted ◽  
The World ◽  
The Government ◽  
Populous Country

As the most populous country in the world, China has been confronted with the huge challenges that HIV and sexually transmitted infections pose. The HIV infection rate among adults is lower than 0.1%, however, the estimated number of HIV infections sits around one million, according to the estimation of some experts. HIV infection is highly prevalent in some regional areas of China and the incidence rate of sexually transmitted infections has sharply increased since the 1980s. The number of HIV infections may reach 10 million if no effective measures are taken. This article aims to outline the profile of the epidemic in China as well as to elaborate on the contributing factors and the response of the government and community.

scholarly journals Increasing Awareness and Knowledge among Adult Latinos regarding Sexually Transmitted Infections

2020 ◽  
Vol 15 (2) ◽  
Author(s):  
Ijeoma S. Eze ◽  
Margaret Brady ◽  
Beth Keely
Keyword(s):  
Condom Use ◽  
Sexually Transmitted Infections ◽  
Low Income ◽  
Outpatient Clinic ◽  
The United States ◽  
Consistent Condom ◽  
Contributing Factors ◽  
Consistent Condom Use ◽  
Sexually Transmitted ◽  
Post Test

AbstractLatinos in the United States are disproportionately affected by Human Immunodeficiency Virus and sexually transmitted infections (STIs). They account for about 24 % of newly diagnosed AIDS cases each year and are two to three times more likely to develop STIs when compared with non-Latino whites. Limited knowledge of STIs has remained one of the contributing factors to the disparity. The purpose of this study was to implement an educational bundle and evaluate its effectiveness in increasing STI knowledge and consistent condom use among adult Latinos seen in an outpatient clinic that serves low income patients. A pre- and post-test design was used to evaluate changes in STI knowledge and consistency of condom use. The educational bundle consisted of YouTube STI-related videos, a pre-designed one to one educational session, provision of condoms and STI-related educational materials. Self-administered questionnaires were used to collect data at baseline and one week post implementation of the educational bundle. Forty-six Latinos (18 females and 28 males) ranging in ages 19 to 60 years participated in the project. The total mean STI knowledge and condom use frequency improved from pre-test (M = 1.67, M = 3.09) to post-test (M = 3.80, M = 5.33). Results of paired samples t-tests demonstrated statistically significant differences between total mean STI knowledge (t(45) = –15.48, p < 0.001) and condom use frequency (t(45) = –7.09, p < 0.001) at pre-test and post-testing. The educational bundle was effective in increasing STI knowledge and consistent condom use among adult Latinos in an outpatient clinic. Further study needs to be done to determine the long-term effect of this mode of education for this population.

scholarly journals Association of HIV Preexposure Prophylaxis With Incidence of Sexually Transmitted Infections Among Individuals at High Risk of HIV Infection

JAMA ◽  
2019 ◽  
Vol 321 (14) ◽  
pp. 1380 ◽  
Author(s):  
Michael W. Traeger ◽  
Vincent J. Cornelisse ◽  
Jason Asselin ◽  
Brian Price ◽  
Norman J. Roth ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
High Risk ◽  
Hiv Infection ◽  
Sexually Transmitted Infections ◽  
Sexually Transmitted ◽  
Preexposure Prophylaxis

scholarly journals Sexually transmitted infections among HIV positive patients: a five year retrospective study

2019 ◽  
Vol 5 (1) ◽  
pp. 23
Author(s):  
N. Saravanan ◽  
Murugan Swamiappan ◽  
Rajkumar Kannan ◽  
G. Arul Raja
Keyword(s):  
Hiv Infection ◽  
Sexually Transmitted Infections ◽  
Tamil Nadu ◽  
Clinical Manifestations ◽  
Hiv And Aids ◽  
People Living With Hiv ◽  
Hiv Patients ◽  
Sexually Transmitted ◽  
Number Of Patients ◽  
Clinical Records

<p class="abstract"><strong>Background:</strong> Sexually transmitted infections (STIs) are the most well established risk factors for the spread of HIV infection. STIs act as cofactors and facilitators for HIV transmission. The effects of HIV infection on immunity can increase susceptibility to other STIs. The aims and objectives of the study were to determine the prevalence of co-infection of sexually transmitted infections among people living with HIV and AIDS.</p><p class="abstract"><strong>Methods:</strong> A retrospective chart review of the data collected from the clinical records of all HIV patients who had attended the STI clinic of Chengalpattu Medical College, Chengalpattu, Tamil Nadu during the five years period, from January 2013 to December 2017, was carried out. Demographic data, clinical manifestations, co-infection of STIs among HIV patients, laboratory investigations and treatment were collected. The data collected were computed and analyzed statistically.<strong></strong></p><p class="abstract"><strong>Results:</strong> During the study period of 5 years from 2013 to 2017 the total number of patients attended the STI clinic were 10825, among that males were 4534 (41.88%) and females were 6291 (58.12%). STIs/RTIs were seen in 2560 (23.65%) cases among the total number of patients attended. HIV was found to be positive in 294 cases, in that 168 (57.15%) were males and 126 (42.85%) were females. In male HIV patients, 51 (30.36%) had co-infection with other STIs/RTIs. In female HIV patients, 57 (45.24) % had co-infection with other STIs/RTIs. Viral STIs was the common co-infection seen in males and vaginal cervical discharge was common in females.</p><p class="abstract"><strong>Conclusions:</strong> STI/RTI co-infection, both symptomatic and asymptomatic are common among PLHIV. Hence they should be regularly counselled regarding the significance of periodic screening for STI/RTIs avoidance of high risk sexual behaviour.</p>

scholarly journals Risk of Sexually Transmitted Infections and HIV in Adolescence

2020 ◽  
Vol 2 (2) ◽  
Author(s):  
Alba Cortés Alfaro
Keyword(s):  
Sexually Transmitted Infections ◽  
Family Doctor ◽  
Review Article ◽  
Vulnerable Group ◽  
Sexually Transmitted ◽  
The Family ◽  
The World ◽  
The Caribbean ◽  
Good Coverage ◽  
Hiv Aids

Introduction adolescents represent a vulnerable group exposed to sexually transmitted infections including HIV/AIDS. It is a stage in which they are subjected to constant changes in physical, mental and social development and risk factors such as ignorance, early sex, drug addiction, social inequality, gender and myths contribute to this exposure. Objective: To delve into the characteristics of adolescents that put them at risk of acquiring an STI-HIV/AIDS. Methods: A bibliographic review was carried out where the databases included in the LILACS, EBSCO and HINARI services were consulted, and very good coverage was achieved, both in Cuba, Latin America and the Caribbean, and in the rest of the world. Conclusions: This review article on the risks to which adolescents are subjected to acquiring an STI-HIV/AIDS is put in the hands of all personnel involved in working with adolescents. For the family doctor in particular for being a staff closely linked to the community, allowing them to be in better conditions to detect these behaviors thus contributing to exercise and undertake prevention actions that will allow us to achieve the objectives of our Ministry of Public Health in relation to with this indicator.

scholarly journals THE AGE STRUCTURE OF THE MORBIDITY RATE OF HIV INFECTIONS ASSOCIATING WITH TUBERCULOSIS AND ITS CHANGES OVER LAST YEARS

2017 ◽  
Vol 22 (5) ◽  
pp. 254-257
Author(s):  
E. V Sarmometov ◽  
Viktor I. Sergevnin ◽  
D. V Shmagin
Keyword(s):  
Hiv Infection ◽  
Incidence Rate ◽  
Age Structure ◽  
Age Groups ◽  
Hiv Infections ◽  
Older Age ◽  
Morbidity Rate ◽  
Perm Region

The age structure of the morbidity rate of HIV infections` and HIV-infection associating with tuberculosis among population of the Perm Region from 2005 to 2014 was studied. In recent years the incidence rate of these infections was noticed to be redistributed towards the older age groups. The average age of cases has increased from 27.0 and 25.4 years in 2005 to 34.1 and 32.5 years in 2014. The hypotheses explaining changes in the age structure of epidemic processes of the studied infections were formulated.

scholarly journals Mitigating Effects of Climate Change and Deforestation on Bees With Respect to Their Ecology and Biology

2015 ◽  
Vol 6 (2) ◽  
pp. 1
Author(s):  
Musiliyu Oladipupo Mustafa ◽  
Olubusola Temitope Adeoye ◽  
Folorunso Ishaq Abdulalzeez ◽  
Olukayode Dare Akinyemi
Keyword(s):  
Climate Change ◽  
Forest Ecosystems ◽  
Royal Jelly ◽  
Global Climate ◽  
Tropical Rainforests ◽  
Contributing Factors ◽  
Honey Production ◽  
The World ◽  
Different Types ◽  
Populous Country

<p>Deforestation occurs around the world; though tropical rainforests are particularly targeted, it is considered to be one of the contributing factors to global climate change. While Nigeria is probably best known today for its oil deposits, according to the World Resources Institute, Nigeria is home to 4,715 different types of plant species, and over 550 species of breeding birds and mammals, making it one of the most ecologically vibrant places of the planet. It is also one of the most populous country with appalling deforestation record. This situation is hence making our ecosystems, biodiversity, agriculture and other natural endowments highly unsecured. The Forest provides excellent resources for bees and beekeeping, and bees are a vital part of forest ecosystems. Bees are essential for sustaining our environment because they</p><p>Pollinate flowering plants and conserves biological biodiversity along with their products (honey, propolis, bee wax, royal jelly and bee venom) which are beneficial to man. Conservation of the forest is therefore imperative for sustainable beekeeping. The study reviews the different causes of climate change and how they affect different natural forest activities which are weather-dependent. Also how climate change and other causes (both natural and man-made) lead to deforestation, which in turn distort sustainable honey production in Nigeria. Different sustainable measures hoped to alleviate the effects of climate change and deforestation where also discussed. </p>

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