Prevention strategies for sexually transmitted infections, HIV, and viral hepatitis in Europe.

ABSTRACT: The current prevention efforts for STIs, HIV and viral hepatitis in the WHO European Region, especially in the Central and Eastern subregions, are hindered by healthcare disparities, data gaps, and limited resources. In this comprehensive narrative review, we aim to highlight both achievements and persisting challenges while also exploring new developments that could significantly impact the prevention of these infections in the near future. While pre-exposure prophylaxis (PrEP) for HIV has been broadly approved and implemented in 38 out of 53 countries in the region, challenges remain, including cost, limited licensing, and incomplete adherence. We explore innovative approaches like on-demand PrEP, long-acting injectable cabotegravir, and intravaginal rings that have shown promising resul

SUBMITTER: Gokengin D 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC10625023 | biostudies-literature | 2023 Nov

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature