Review of HIV prevalence studies in Cameroon; what next?

ABSTRACT

The number of HIV studies available in Cameroon are wide and varied. The analysis of the HIV seroprevalence data in Cameroon shows that HIV rates are increasing in the surveyed groups as well as in general population. Cameroon it can not be consider any more as HIV low prevalence country. Given the scarce resources and the variety of studies performed a point for reflexion is needed to conduct future epidemiological studies. Priorities need to be done; standard methods need to be established and integration within the health information system is advisable