<p>This study examines the prevalence of Human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) in Mizoram, Northeast India, with a focus on age-group transmission routes and gender-specific prevalence. According to data from the ART Plus Centre at Civil Hospital Aizawl (January–December 2023), men were more likely to be infected with HIV, with the 26–35 age group being the most affected. Heterosexual transmission and intravenous drug use (IDU) were shown to be the most common modes of transmission. Gender and age variations were identified by statistical analysis using SPSS<sup>®</sup> (V 27.0), highlighting the need for focused interventions. To effectively combat the HIV epidemic in this area, gender-specific policies, harm reduction strategies, and stigma reduction measures are essential.</p>

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Brief communication: demographic disparities and modes of transmission of HIV in Mizoram, Northeast India

  • Lalnunthari Khawlhring,
  • Benjamin Lalrinpuia,
  • Rebecca Lalngaihzuali,
  • Gracy Laldinmawii,
  • Lalengkimi Ralte,
  • Christina Lalnuntluangi,
  • Richard L. Chawngthu,
  • Nalida Lalthafeli,
  • Jane Ralte,
  • John Zothanzama,
  • Nachimuthu Senthil Kumar,
  • Sumit Aggarwal,
  • Swagnik Roy

摘要

This study examines the prevalence of Human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) in Mizoram, Northeast India, with a focus on age-group transmission routes and gender-specific prevalence. According to data from the ART Plus Centre at Civil Hospital Aizawl (January–December 2023), men were more likely to be infected with HIV, with the 26–35 age group being the most affected. Heterosexual transmission and intravenous drug use (IDU) were shown to be the most common modes of transmission. Gender and age variations were identified by statistical analysis using SPSS® (V 27.0), highlighting the need for focused interventions. To effectively combat the HIV epidemic in this area, gender-specific policies, harm reduction strategies, and stigma reduction measures are essential.