The findings of this study indicate that HIV-positive MSM are at an increased risk of contracting COVID-19, even when their vaccination status is considered. Therefore, it is essential to prioritize the prevention of COVID-19 infections in HIV-positive individuals by administering appropriate antiretroviral therapy and ensuring adherence to public health guidelines.
Keyphrases
- hiv positive
- men who have sex with men
- coronavirus disease
- antiretroviral therapy
- hiv testing
- sars cov
- public health
- south africa
- hiv infected
- human immunodeficiency virus
- hiv infected patients
- hiv aids
- respiratory syndrome coronavirus
- climate change
- mental health
- skeletal muscle
- metabolic syndrome
- hepatitis c virus
- adipose tissue