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Abstract
Background In 2010, i conducted a study that aimed to produce information on the magnitude and characteristics of the HIV epidemic in the MSM population of 18 years or more, and sexual behavior in two prison and region of the country between these region is Bamenda, located in the north west of the country with an estimated population of 2.5 million. Alternative Cameroon and Vicony’s Global Success World (VGSW) in Bamenda was responsible for the execution of the study and was responsible for the protocol provided.
Methods
Data collection was carried out by the method of sampling conducted by respondents (Respondent Driven Sampling - RDS) and the application of a serological survey anonymous - linked. The national sample consisted of 200 MSM in the region of Bamenda by 333.
Results HIV prevalence 8.1% in North West region (Ministry of public health 2010).
The 0% are considered bisexual, homosexual 75.2%, 1.8% heterosexual.
10.8% of MSM in the region do not know where to go if they want to get tested for HIV.
21.9% underwent a test for HIV in the last 12 months, and 50.3% received advice.
Only 10.6% knew that condoms can be achieved in health institutions.
28.1% had to fake his sexual orientation.
Conclusion The results show a flaw in the processes of prevention and education for HIV and STIs among MSM and experience has served the Civil Society Organizations and the Government of the region to find a way to solve the problems that are evident in the response.
Clearly the stigma and discrimination in the area of HIV associated with MSM.
Bamenda could not be completed sample was estimated that 350 people (only reached 333) due to homophobia’s attack project site and where material were destroyed, and tracking documents.
This study encourages us to move forward despite the adversities and difficulties.
Disclosure No significant relationships.