Gender differences in social networks of women and men who inject drugs in Kenya

Key Points

• The study uncovers distinct social networks for women and men who inject drugs, highlighting significant gender differences.
• Findings reveal that social connectivity differs, with implications for substance use interventions and support systems across genders.
• Observational analysis focused on substance use patterns among injecting drug users in Kenya, emphasizing gender dynamics.
• Highlights the importance of understanding social networks to tailor effective interventions and support for both genders.