Table 6 suggested interventions according to the YPUD profile
Profile 1, high multiple risks | Profile 2, high sexual risks | Profile 3, moderate risks | Profile 4, low risks | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
N (%) | 130 (22%) | 208 (36%) | 72 (12%) | 174 (30%) |
Suggested interventions | Peer and CBO evaluation of YPUD needs according to sex, age, city, key group Develop training and empowerment for peer and CBO Information-education-communication | |||
Comprehensive approach including: Harm reduction Social/administrative support Quick access to and retention on methadone Access and adhere to HIV treatment Psychosocial interventions for meth users Mental health interventions Family intervention Repeated HIV/HCV screening for YPUD and regular partners | Harm reduction targeting sexual risk behaviors including PrEP Psychosocial interventions for meth/alcohol users Mental health interventions Family intervention Repeated HIV/HCV screening | Information on HIV/HCV transmission and harm reduction Control/reduce frequency of meth use | Prevent mental health complications of meth/cannabis use Lowering meth/cannabis use, delay initiation for new drugs Information on HIV/HCV transmission and harm reduction No other specific HIV prevention measures | |