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Practical Approaches for Size Estimation of High-Risk Groups in HIV/AIDS Control Program in Iran

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KHAZAEI S, JENABI E, REZAEIAN S. Practical Approaches for Size Estimation of High-Risk Groups in HIV/AIDS Control Program in Iran. Iran J Public Health. 2019;48(2):357-358.