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Seroprevalence of immunity to hepatitis A and hepatitis B among gay, bisexual and other men who have sex with men (GBMSM) attending sexual health clinics in London and Leeds, England, 2017-2018.

Rachel RocheRuth SimmonsHester AllenMegan GlancyAnca-Maria BalanMaria BoleaRoss HarrisMonica DesaiHamish MohammedCaroline SabinSamreen IjazSema Mandal
Published in: Sexually transmitted infections (2024)
Our findings provide a baseline seroprevalence from which to monitor serial levels of immunity to HBV and HAV in GBMSM accessing SHS. Levels of immunity for both viruses are high, noting samples were taken after recent widespread outbreaks and vaccination campaigns. High vaccine coverage in all GBMSM should be maintained to prevent further outbreaks.
Keyphrases
  • men who have sex with men
  • hiv testing
  • hiv positive
  • primary care
  • infectious diseases
  • healthcare
  • antiretroviral therapy
  • human immunodeficiency virus