Shifting Patterns of Injection Drug Use in San Francisco, United States: implications for Getting to Zero HIV Infections

Key Points

• This research examines the evolving landscape of injection drug use in San Francisco and its implications for HIV transmission.
• Analyzed trends in injection drug use over time in San Francisco.
• Examined the correlation between injected substances and HIV risk.
• Evaluated the effectiveness and urgency of prevention methods like PrEP.
• Methamphetamine has replaced heroin as the most commonly injected drug.
• Fentanyl use has increased alongside methamphetamine use.
• Increased use of these drugs correlates with higher risks of HIV transmission.