Background It is perceived that little is known about the epidemiology of HIV infection among
people who inject drugs (PWID) in the Middle East and North Africa (MENA). The primary …

In Iran, the prevalence of hepatitis C virus (HCV) infection is relatively low according to the
population-based epidemiological studies. However, the epidemiology of HCV is changing …

Abstract Background HIV and Hepatitis C Virus (HCV) infections are responsible for a
significant burden of mortality and morbidity, particularly in developing countries. This study …

Objective Drug users, particularly drug injectors, are at elevated risk of blood-borne
diseases. This study systematically reviewed the prevalence of hepatitis C virus (HCV) mono …

Background The combination of sofosbuvir and daclatasvir is a potent, pangenotypic
regimen suitable for mass-scale hepatitis C treatment, especially in resource-limited …

Abstract Background Hepatitis C virus (HCV) infection is one of the major public health
challenges generating a relevant burden. High-risk groups, including people who inject …

Objectives: The objective of this study is to understand the association between HIV and
hepatitis C virus (HCV) among people who inject drugs (PWIDs) in the Middle East and …

Hepatitis C virus (HCV) is responsible for more than 180 million infections worldwide, and
about 80% of infections are reported in Low and Middle-income countries (LMICs). Therapy …

Background: There is a large controversy in the literature about the inter-relations between
perceived risk, knowledge, and risk behavior in different settings, and people at HIV risk are …

Purpose: To assess the prevalence and associated factors of unprotected anal intercourse
among Iranian male heterosexual Intra-Venous Drug Users (IDUs). Methods: In a cross …