HIV and AIDS in the European Union, 2008.

摘要: HIV infections remain to be of major public health importance in Europe, with evidence increasing transmission several European countries. A total 25,656 diagnosed cases infection were reported for 2008 by the countries Union and Economic Area (EU/EEA); data not available from Austria, Denmark or Liechtenstein. The highest rates Estonia, Latvia, Portugal United Kingdom. In EU/EEA, predominant mode was sex among men who have (MSM, 40%) followed heterosexual contact (29%), when persons originating generalised epidemics excluded. Injecting drug use accounted 6% cases. Overall, despite incomplete reporting, number has increased while AIDS continued decline except Baltic States. presented some limitations, due missing a countries, limiting conclusions that can drawn respect size Europe.