Status and trend of HIV-1 infection and AIDS in Taiwan, December, 1991
Chang, P.Y.; Lin, K.C.; Chuang, C.Y.; Wang, C.R.; Chen, M.Y.; Hsieh, W.C.; Wang, G.R.; Cheng, D.L.; Chang, K.S.; Ko, Y.C.
Asian Pacific Journal of Allergy and Immunology 10(1): 65-68
1992
ISSN/ISBN: 0125-877X PMID: 1418187 Document Number: 324570
From May 1, 1985 to December 31, 1991, a total of 4,962,707 serum samples from 8 population groups in Taiwan were tested for anti-human immunodeficiency virus type 1 (anti-HIV-1). In total, 256 samples were seropositive; of these individuals, 43 developed acquired immunodeficiency syndrome (AIDS): 29 were homosexuals; 5 were hemophiliacs; 8 were heterosexuals and 1 was of unknown risk. Although the prevalence of HIV-1 infection and AIDS remains low compared with other countries, since 1988 the increase has been rapid. Before 1977 the majority were homosexuals and hemophiliacs; thereafter the risk groups diversified, with a trend away from homosexuals and hemophiliacs towards heterosexuals and intravenous drug abusers (IVDAs). A few patients have caused serious social problems for the public, health care workers and families. Active community efforts are needed to achieve future success in the control of HIV-1 infection and AIDS in Taiwan.