Initially, AIDS in South Africa was associated with (a) ___ but in 1989, entry into the (b) ___ population was confirmed.
Understand the Problem
The question is asking for the correct association of Aids in South Africa with specific populations prior to 1989, requiring knowledge of the epidemiology of AIDS and its initial associations.
Answer
a) white males who had sex with males b) black population
The final answer is white males who had sex with males for part (a), and the black population for part (b).
Answer for screen readers
The final answer is white males who had sex with males for part (a), and the black population for part (b).
More Information
Initially, AIDS in South Africa was linked to white males who had sex with other men, primarily infected with HIV-1 clade B. By 1989, it became established in the black population through heterosexual transmission.
Tips
Confusing the groups affected by the initial and subsequent waves of the epidemic is common; always check the chronology and demographics of those affected.
Sources
- HIV infection in South Africa, 1982-1988--a review - PubMed - pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov
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