Sexually transmitted infections associated with alcohol use and HIV infection among men who have sex with men in Kampala, Uganda

Conclusions
We observed high levels of self-reported STI symptoms and STI prevalence associated with alcohol use and HIV among MSM in Kampala. Public health interventions supporting MSM are needed to address STI risk and facilitate access to diagnosis and treatment services.

Source: Sexually Transmitted Infections - April 19, 2016 Category: Sexual Medicine Authors: Kim, E. J., Hladik, W., Barker, J., Lubwama, G., Sendagala, S., Ssenkusu, J. M., Opio, A., Serwadda, D., for the Crane Survey Group Tags: Drugs: infectious diseases, HIV/AIDS, HIV / AIDS, Gonorrhoea, Syphilis, HIV infections, Health education Epidemiology Source Type: research