Prácticas sexuales en usuarios de drogas y riesgo de transmisión del VIH/sida

the objective of this study is to analyze about knowledge, beliefs, assessments and practices in relation to hiv/aids and drug use of not occasional consumption drug users in four argentine cities-rosario, mendoza, neuquén and buenos aires. we worked with an intentional sampling according to gender, age and level of education. the sample is composed of 355 people ranged from 12-59 years who answered a structured questionnaire validated in earlier studies. we found differences between drug injection users (diu) and those who do not use such a method about the unsafe sex in relation to the transmission of hiv. data show in the dius more exchange of sexual partners and a less stable kind of ties. there are also similarities between drug users and the general population: they share the same pattern of sexual practice that refers to reduced care practices in stable relationships.