IJERPH, Vol. 17, Pages 2401: Epidemiology of Alcohol Misuse and Illicit Drug Use Among Young People Aged 15 –24 Years in Fishing Communities in Uganda

Conclusion: Levels of alcohol misuse were high among young people in fishing communities and associated with HSV2, a proxy for risky sexual behaviour. Alcohol and illicit drug harm reduction services and HIV prevention programs in Uganda should prioritise young fisherfolk.

Source: International Journal of Environmental Research and Public Health - March 31, 2020 Category: Environmental Health Authors: Kuteesa Weiss Cook Seeley Ssentongo Kizindo Ngonzi Sewankambo Webb Tags: Article Source Type: research