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We conducted a respondent driven sampling survey to estimate HIV prevalence and risk behavior among men who have sex with men (MSM) in Unguja, Zanzibar. Men aged ≥15 years living in Unguja and reporting anal sex with another man in the past 3 months were asked to complete a questionnaire and provide specimens for biologic testing. HIV prevalence was 12.3% (95% confidence interval 8.7, 16.3). HIV infection was associated with injecting drugs in the past 3 months, Hepatitis C virus infection and being paid for sex in the past year. Interventions for MSM in Zanzibar are needed and should include linkages to prevention, care and treatment services.
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The authors are grateful to Dr. Keith Sabin for his critical guidance in the design and implementation of this activity. The authors also thank the study participants for their time and the study staff for their commitment during planning and implementation. This study was funded in part by the US President’s Emergency Plan for AIDS Relief.
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Dahoma, M., Johnston, L.G., Holman, A. et al. HIV and Related Risk Behavior Among Men Who Have Sex with Men in Zanzibar, Tanzania: Results of a Behavioral Surveillance Survey. AIDS Behav 15, 186–192 (2011). https://doi.org/10.1007/s10461-009-9646-7
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