A Comprehensive Mapping of HIV-1 Genotypes in Various Risk Groups and Regions across China Based on a Nationwide Molecular Epidemiologic Survey

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Authors

Xiang He · National Center for AIDS/STD Control and Prevention,China CDC

Hui Xing · National Center for AIDS/STD Control and Prevention,China CDC

Yuhua Ruan · National Center for AIDS/STD Control and Prevention,China CDC

Kunxue Hong · National Center for AIDS/STD Control and Prevention,China CDC

Chunlin Cheng · National Center for AIDS/STD Control and Prevention,China CDC

Yuanyuan Hu · National Center for AIDS/STD Control and Prevention,China CDC

Abstract

Our study provides the first comprehensive baseline data on the diversity and characteristics of HIV/AIDS epidemic in China, reflecting unique region- and risk group-specific transmission dynamics. The results provide information critical for designing effective prevention measures against HIV transmission.

Topics & Keywords

HIV Research and Treatment HIV/AIDS drug development and treatment HIV/AIDS Research and Interventions

UN Sustainable Development Goals

Good health and well-being

Publication Details

Published in: PLoS ONE

Volume 7, Issue 10, pp. e47289-e47289

DOI: 10.1371/journal.pone.0047289

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