Pre-exposure prophylaxis against HIV infection among male population under perceived risk of sexually transmitted infections in Vojvodina, Serbia: a cross-sectional study on knowledge and attitudes

Despite high awareness, use of PrEP was limited, and accurate knowledge strongly predicted positive attitudes, underscoring the importance of education and counselling. Enhancing public health capacity, reducing stigma, and improving information flow are essential for effective, equitable HIV prevention in Serbia and the wider Central and Eastern Europe region.