Undergraduate students at an inner London university were surveyed at the beginning of 1992 about their basic knowledge regarding HIV/AIDS, HIV transmission and views about the HIV antibody test. Although they demonstrated good knowl edge about HIV/AIDS and routes of transmission, a proportion had had unprotected intercourse, but were deterred from seeking an HIV test for a number of reasons. Implications for promoting safer sex and increasing awareness about HIV testing sites on university campuses are discussed.
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