The Hidden Half Life of Prostitute Women by Mahsa larijani, Zahra Mirhosseini

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Intersecting structural barriers to reporting violence among men and non-binary sex workers under end-demand criminalization in Canada by Brett Koenig, Alka Murphy, Jenn McDermid, Spencer Johnston, Rod Knight, Mark Gilbert, Kate Shannon, Andrea Krüsi

“…A growing body of evidence indicates that sex work criminalization is linked to increased risk of violence and undermines the occupational health and safety (OHS) of sex workers. However, less is known about men and non-binary sex workers’ (MNBSWs) experiences with workplace violence and police-based systems for reporting violence under end-demand criminalization. …”
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Barriers to Governmental Income Supports for Sex Workers during COVID-19: Results of a Community-Based Cohort in Metro Vancouver by Jennie Pearson, Kate Shannon, Andrea Krüsi, Melissa Braschel, Jennifer McDermid, Brittany Bingham, Shira M. Goldenberg

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Prevalence and structural correlates of HIV and STI testing among a community-based cohort of women sex workers in Vancouver Canada by Shira M. Goldenberg, Jennie Pearson, Sarah Moreheart, Hannah Nazaroff, Andrea Krüsi, Melissa Braschel, Brittany Bingham, Kate Shannon

“…<h4>Background</h4> In light of the stark inequities in HIV and sexually transmitted infections (STIs) experienced by women sex workers, empirical evidence is needed to inform accessible and sex worker-friendly models of voluntary, confidential and non-coercive HIV and STI testing. …”
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Maintaining sexual health in commercial sex workers in Australia: condom effectiveness, screening, and management after acquiring sexually transmissible infections by P. Heather Lyttle, Sandra C. Thompson

“…Management of sex workers identified with infection requires understanding of the issues faced by sex workers, biological characteristics of the infective organism, treatment efficacy, and test sensitivity and specificity. …”
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Uptake of Oral HIV Pre-Exposure Prophylaxis (PrEP) and Associated Factors among Female Sex Workers in Tanga, Tanzania by Veronica O. Martin, Novatus A. Tesha, Bruno F. Sunguya

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The Influence of Female Sex Worker Fellows Support and Motivation on Sexually Transmitted Diseases (STDs) Prevention Behaviors in Makassar City, Indonesia by Zulhijriani Zulhijriani, Nur Cahyani Ari Lestari, Eviyati Aini Muriana, Iin Tri Marlinawati, Dian Shofia Reny Setyanti, Putri Yunita Sari

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Dyspareunia, signs of epithelial disruption, sexual abstinence, and HIV status in female sex workers in Nairobi: a cross-sectional study by Bastian Fischer, Walter Jaoko, Elvis Kirui, Bernard Muture, Isaac Madegwa, Lisbeth Kageni

“…Abstract Background Epithelial trauma is a risk factor of HIV infection in men who have sex with men (MSM) and female sex workers (FSWs). Painful intercourse may be indicative of epithelial tissue disruption. …”
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Digital Exclusion and the Structural Barriers to Safety Strategies among Men and Non-Binary Sex Workers Who Solicit Clients Online by Brett Koenig, Alka Murphy, Spencer Johnston, Jennie Pearson, Rod Knight, Mark Gilbert, Kate Shannon, Andrea Krüsi

“…Background: Evidence shows that online solicitation facilitates sex workers’ ability to mitigate the risk of workplace violence. …”
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Analysis of HIV Correlated Factors in Chinese and Vietnamese Female Sex Workers in Hekou, Yunnan Province, a Chinese Border Region. by Junjie Wang, Guowei Ding, Zhibin Zhu, Chunlian Zhou, Ning Wang

“…To assess the prevalence and correlated factors of HIV-1 among Chinese and Vietnamese female sex workers (FSW) in the border county of Hekou, Yunnan province, China.A cross-sectional survey was conducted collecting information on demographics, sexual behavior, medical history, and drug use. …”
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Mental health problems among female sex workers in low- and middle-income countries: A systematic review and meta-analysis. by Tara S Beattie, Boryana Smilenova, Shari Krishnaratne, April Mazzuca

“…<h4>Background</h4>The psychological health of female sex workers (FSWs) has emerged as a major public health concern in many low- and middle-income countries (LMICs). …”
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Social and structural determinants associated with the prevalence of sexually transmitted infections among female commercial sex workers in Dhaka City, Bangladesh by Mahbuba Kawser, Md. Nazrul Islam Khan, Kazi Jahangir Hossain, Sheikh Nazrul Islam

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Factors associated with history of drug use among female sex workers (FSW) in a high HIV prevalence state of India by Medhi Gajendra, Mahanta Jagadish, Kermode Michelle, Paranjape Ramesh S, Adhikary Rajatashuvra, Phukan Sanjib, Ngully P

“…<p>Abstract</p> <p>Background</p> <p>The intersection between illicit drug use and female commercial sex work has been identified as an important factor responsible for rising HIV prevalence among female sex workers (FSW) in several northeastern states of India. …”
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Longitudinal experiences and risk factors for common mental health problems and suicidal behaviours among female sex workers in Nairobi, Kenya by Alicja Beksinska, Pooja Shah, Mary Kungu, Rhoda Kabuti, Hellen Babu, Zaina Jama, Mamtuti Panneh, Emily Nyariki, Chrispo Nyabuto, Monica Okumu, Pauline Ngurukiri, Erastus Irungu, Rupert Kaul, Janet Seeley, Mitzy Gafos, Tara S. Beattie, Helen A. Weiss, Joshua Kimani

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"Global Woman: Nannies, maids and sex workers in the new economy" de Barbara Ehrenreich y Arlie Russell Hochschild (eds.) by Marta Gutierrez Sastre

“…Global Woman: Nannies, maids and sex workers in the new economy 2003. New York: Henry Holt and Company, 328 pp.…”
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Prevalence of violence victimisation and poly-victimisation among female sex workers in Haiphong, Viet Nam: A cross-sectional study by Thi Giang Hoang, Minh Khue Pham, Claire E. Sterk, Dabney P. Evans, Stephanie Spaid Miedema, Kathryn M. Yount

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The Impact of Drug and Alcohol Consumption and Socio-demographic Variables on the Age of First Selling Sex among Iranian Female Sex Workers by Mahboobeh Mousavi-Ramezanzade, Yunes Jahani, Moghaddameh Mirzaee, Hamid Sharifi

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Assessment of the scale, coverage and outcomes of the Avahan HIV prevention program for female sex workers in Tamil Nadu, India: is there evidence of an effect? by Thilakavathi S, Boopathi K, Girish Kumar CP, Santhakumar A, Senthilkumar R, Eswaramurthy C, Ilaya Bharathy V, Ramakrishnan L, Thongamba G, Adhikary R, Paranjape R

“…This paper describes the assessment of the program among female sex workers (FSWs) in the southern state of Tamil Nadu.…”
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Social and structural determinants associated with the prevalence of sexually transmitted infections among female commercial sex workers in Dhaka City, Bangladesh. by Mahbuba Kawser, Md Nazrul Islam Khan, Kazi Jahangir Hossain, Sheikh Nazrul Islam

“…Female commercial sex workers (FCSWs) bear higher rates of sexually transmitted infections (STIs) among key populations. …”
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HIV self‐testing and oral pre‐exposure prophylaxis are empowering for sex workers and their intimate partners: a qualitative study in Uganda by Andrew Mujugira, Agnes Nakyanzi, Vicent Kasiita, Brenda Kamusiime, Grace K. Nalukwago, Alisaati Nalumansi, Chris C. Twesigye, Timothy R. Muwonge, Jared M. Baeten, Monique A. Wyatt, Jessica E. Haberer, Norma C. Ware

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