| Autor: |
Soumiksha, Jomol, Anushri, Madhura, Shefali, Ramesh, Sharadha, Sethi, Dipak |
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Indian Journal of Forensic Medicine & Toxicology; Oct-Dec2020, Vol. 14 Issue 4, p3989-3992, 4p |
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Background: India has the third largest HIV epidemic in the world. The Indian epidemic is characterized by low levels in the general population and elevated concentrations among high-risk groups. The present study was planned to determine the awareness of HIV among students from Pune city. Methods: A cross-sectional study was carried out among students from Pune city, India during March, 2020. 50 students were approached to participate in the study (males: 32; females: 18). Pretested questionnaire was distributed and collected data was analyzed using SPSS version 16. Results: Study participants had high knowledge (86%) and attitude score (87%). There was no significant difference between males and female participants for attitude and knowledge, except for one question regarding knowledge about HIV transmission via breastfeeding to child. Conclusions: Present study showed that there are no misconceptions or negative attitudes regarding HIV among students. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR] |
| Databáze: |
Complementary Index |
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