Interventions to reduce sexually transmitted infections and blood-borne viruses in incarcerated adult populations: a systematic review

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Systematic review identifies interventions reducing STIs and BBVs in incarcerated adults, suggesting effective programs in correctional settings.

Core interventions in correctional facilities can reduce sexually transmitted infections and blood-borne viruses.
The review included 22 studies from diverse countries with evidence of reductions in STIs and BBVs.
Methodological quality was assessed using JBI standardized critical appraisal instruments.
Findings highlight the need for further research with higher quality designs in this area.

Balmer et al. (2025) studied this question.

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Systematic review identifies interventions reducing STIs and BBVs in incarcerated adults, suggesting effective programs in correctional settings.

Core interventions in correctional facilities can reduce sexually transmitted infections and blood-borne viruses.
The review included 22 studies from diverse countries with evidence of reductions in STIs and BBVs.
Methodological quality was assessed using JBI standardized critical appraisal instruments.
Findings highlight the need for further research with higher quality designs in this area.

Balmer et al. (2025) studied this question.

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