Title of article
Evidence-based approach to HIV/AIDS policy and research prioritization in the Islamic Republic of Iran
Author/Authors
Feizzadeh, A. Joint United Nations Programme on HIV/AIDS, ايران , Feizzadeh, A. tehran university of medical sciences tums - School of Public Health, تهران, ايران , Nedjat, S. tehran university of medical sciences tums - Knowledge Utilization Research Centre, School of Public Health, تهران, ايران , Asghari, S. tehran university of medical sciences tums - School of Public Health, تهران, ايران , Keshtkar, A. golestan university of medical sciences - School of Medicine, ايران , Heshmat, R. tehran university of medical sciences tums - School of Public Health, تهران, ايران , Setayesh, H. Joint United Nations Programme on HIV/AIDS, Iran. , Majdzadeh, R. tehran university of medical sciences tums - School of Public Health, Knowledge Utilization Research Centre, تهران, ايران
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259
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265
Abstract
In formulating the second national strategic plan for prevention of HIV/AIDS in the Islamic Republic of Iran a more evidence-based approach was needed. This paper reports on a systematic review of the local evidence about the determinants of HIV/AIDS transmission in 3 categories: poor knowledge and negative attitudes about HIV transmission; injection drug use; and sexual promiscuity. Of 93 reports reviewed, 53 met the inclusion criteria. Information about the prevalence and magnitude of effect for the 3 risk determinants at the national and regional level was scarce. Heterogeneity between studies, even in the same sub-population, was significant. An improved research base and better sharing of information are needed within countries of the Eastern Mediterranean Region.
Journal title
Eastern Mediterranean Health Journal
Journal title
Eastern Mediterranean Health Journal
Record number
2641457
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