scholarly journals HIV among Female Sex Workers in Five Cities in Burkina Faso: A Cross-Sectional Baseline Survey to Inform HIV/AIDS Programs

2017 ◽  
Vol 2017 ◽  
pp. 1-11 ◽  
Author(s):  
Henri Gautier Ouedraogo ◽  
Odette Ky-Zerbo ◽  
Adama Baguiya ◽  
Ashley Grosso ◽  
Sara Goodman ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Hiv Infection ◽  
Burkina Faso ◽  
Hiv Testing ◽  
Sex Workers ◽  
Female Sex Workers ◽  
Multivariate Logistic Regression Analysis ◽  
Hiv Prevalence ◽  
Female Sex ◽  
Bobo Dioulasso ◽  
Hiv Aids

Background. Female sex workers (FSWs) are considered a vulnerable population for HIV infection and a priority for HIV/AIDS response programs. This study aimed to determine HIV prevalence among FSWs in five cities in Burkina Faso. Methods. FSWs aged 18 and older were recruited using respondent driven sampling (RDS) in five cities (Ouagadougou, Bobo-Dioulasso, Koudougou, Ouahigouya, and Tenkodogo) in Burkina Faso from 2013 to 2014. HIV testing was performed using the HIV testing national algorithm. We conducted bivariate and multivariate logistic regression analysis to assess correlates of HIV in all cities combined (not RDS-adjusted). Results. Among Ouagadougou, Koudougou, and Ouahigouya FSWs, RDS-adjusted HIV prevalence was 13.5% (95% Confidence Interval [CI]: 9.6–18.7), 13.3% (95% CI: 7.6–22.4), and 13.0% (95% CI: 7.6–21.3), respectively, compared to 30.1% (95% CI: 25.5–35.1) among Bobo-Dioulasso FSWs. Factors associated with HIV infection were age (adjusted odds ratio [aOR] = 7.84 95% CI: 3.78–16.20), being married or cohabitating (aOR = 2.43, 95% CI: 1.31–4.49), and history of pregnancy (aOR = 5.24, 95% CI: 1.44–18.97). Conclusion. These results highlight the need to strengthen HIV prevention among FSWs, through behavior change strategies, and improve access to sexual and reproductive health services.

Prevalence and risk of HIV infection among female sex workers in Burkina Faso

1998 ◽  
Vol 9 (3) ◽  
pp. 146-150 ◽  
Author(s):  
Salif Lankoande Nicolas ◽  
Meda Lassana Sangare ◽  
Issaka P Compaore ◽  
Joseph Catraye ◽  
Paul T Sanou ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Hiv Infection ◽  
Burkina Faso ◽  
Sex Workers ◽  
Female Sex Workers ◽  
Hiv Transmission ◽  
Cross Sectional Study ◽  
World Health ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Female Sex ◽  
Bobo Dioulasso

Summary: Little information is available regarding human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) infection among female sex workers (FSW) in Burkina Faso, West Africa. A cross-sectional study was conducted in Ouagadougou and Bobo-Dioulasso, the 2 largest cities of the country, to determine the prevalence of HIV infection and other sexually transmitted diseases (STDs) among FSWs, and to investigate the factors which were associated with HIV infection in this population. From October to November 1994, 426 FSWs were recruited. The method of anonymous and unlinked HIV screening recommended by the World Health Organization (WHO) was used. The overall HIV seroprevalence was 58.2% (95% confidence interval: 53.4-62.9) and 52.6% of FSWs had at least one STD agent. The most common STDs were trichomoniasis (23%), syphilis (15%) and gonorrhoea (13%). In a logistic regression analysis, risk factors for HIV infection were high gravidity ( 2 pregnancies), low perception of personal risk of HIV infection, syphilis and the presence of genital warts. These results suggest that FSWs in Burkina Faso need better information about HIV transmission and prevention and then need better access to STD detection and management services.

scholarly journals HIV testing behaviour and HIV prevalence among female sex workers in Ukraine: findings from an Integrated Bio-Behavioural Survey, 2013–2014

2019 ◽  
Vol 95 (3) ◽  
pp. 193-200 ◽  
Author(s):  
Anna Tokar ◽  
Iana Sazonova ◽  
Sharmistha Mishra ◽  
Pavlo Smyrnov ◽  
Tetiana Saliuk ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Hiv Testing ◽  
Sex Work ◽  
Sex Workers ◽  
Sexual Partner ◽  
Female Sex Workers ◽  
Hiv Prevalence ◽  
Factors Associated ◽  
Female Sex ◽  
Living With Hiv ◽  
Test Result

ObjectivesUkraine has one of the largest HIV epidemics in Europe, with high prevalence among female sex workers (FSWs). We aimed to identify factors associated with HIV testing and receipt of the test result in the last 12 months, HIV prevalence and self-reported positive status among FSWs in Ukraine.MethodsWe used data from an Integrated Bio-Behavioural Survey among FSWs conducted in 2013–2014. The survey methodology combined three sampling strategies: time and location sampling, respondent-driven sampling and key informant recruitment. We used multivariable regression to identify factors associated with self-reported HIV testing in the last 12 months, HIV prevalence and self-reported positive status among FSWs living with HIV. Explored factors included: age, age at first sex, age at entry into sex work, education, marital status, employment status beside sex work, condom use with last paying or non-paying sexual partner, drug or alcohol consumption and sex work venue.ResultsRecent HIV testing was low overall with only 63.2% of FSWs reported having tested and received their test result in the last 12 months prior to the survey. HIV prevalence was 7.1% overall, but only 45.0% of FSWs living with HIV were aware of their HIV status. Testing in the last 12 months with receipt of test result was less common among FSWs who used drugs ever in life (adjusted OR (AOR) 0.7, 95% CI 0.6 to 0.9), women soliciting clients indoors (AOR 0.8, 95% CI 0.7 to 0.9) and those not using a condom with last paying sexual partner (AOR 0.3, 95% CI 0.2 to 0.5). HIV positivity was associated with history of ever using drugs (AOR 2.3, 95% CI 1.4 to 3.6) and soliciting clients outdoors (AOR 1.5, 95% CI 1.1 to 2.0). Women working indoors were less aware of their positive status (AOR 0.1, 95% CI 0.1 to 0.9).ConclusionHIV prevalence is high among FSWs in Ukraine, and testing and knowledge of one’s status remain insufficient. HIV testing programmes need to expand with strategies to reach specific subgroups of FSWs.

scholarly journals HIV PREVALENCE AMONG NEPALESE MIGRANT WORKER WORKING IN NEPAL AND INDIAN CITIES

2004 ◽  
Vol 43 (154) ◽  
Author(s):  
Dipesh L Gurubacharya ◽  
V L Gurubacharya
Keyword(s):  
Hiv Infection ◽  
Migrant Workers ◽  
Sex Workers ◽  
Female Sex Workers ◽  
Migrant Worker ◽  
Hiv Prevalence ◽  
Internal Migrants ◽  
Risky Behaviours ◽  
Indian Cities ◽  
Hiv Aids

Several studies have shown an association between mobility and HIV infection. In this study, we examinedthe prevalence of HIV infection among migrant workers working in Nepal and Indian cities. A representativesample of 316 migrant men (210 internal migrants and 106 external migrants) were interviewed and testedfor HIV infection during September 2001 to June 2003. HIV prevalence among migrants within Nepal was2.3% as compared to 8.5% among migrants to India. 60% of migrants within Nepal and 85% of migrantsto India have visited female sex workers. 75% of migrants within Nepal used condom while visiting femalesex workers in comparision to only 10% of migrants to India. We also found limited access to HIV informationservice for migrant workers to India as compared to migrants within Nepal. Considering the high HIVprevalence and risky behaviours regarding HIV/AIDS among external migrants as compared to internalmigrants, comprehensive HIV prevention programme is necessary for migrant workers going to work inIndia before they migrate.Key Words: HIV / AIDS, migration, sexual behaviours, Nepal, India.

Prevalence and factors associated with HIV epidemic among female sex workers in Pakistan: results of the fifth round of integrated biological and behavioural surveillance

2020 ◽  
pp. sextrans-2020-054526
Author(s):  
Faran Emmanuel ◽  
Baseer Khan Achakzai ◽  
Tahira Reza
Keyword(s):  
Sex Workers ◽  
Female Sex Workers ◽  
Scale Up ◽  
Multivariate Logistic Regression Analysis ◽  
Hiv Prevalence ◽  
Factors Associated ◽  
Female Sex ◽  
Behavioural Surveillance ◽  
Prevention Programmes ◽  
Multistage Sampling

ObjectivesWe examined data collected as part of the fifth round of integrated biological and behavioural surveillance to determine the prevalence and factors associated with HIV infection among female sex workers (FSWs) in Pakistan.MethodsFSWs were defined as ‘all females, age 13 years and above, who receive money or goods in exchange for sexual services, regardless of the site of operation’. Data were collected between October 2016 and January 2017 in 18 cities using multistage sampling techniques to randomly select FSWs from spots facilitated by peers. Behavioural data were collected by interviewers using structured questionnaires, which was followed by obtaining finger prick blood samples tested for HIV using two rapid tests. Multivariate logistic regression analysis was done to assess independent associations of potential correlates using HIV status as dependent variable.ResultsWe invited 5728 FSWs to participate, of which 68 refused to participate (refusal rate=1.2%). Of the 5660 FSWs who participated, 121 were HIV seropositive (weighted HIV prevalence 2.3%; 95% CI 1.9% to 2.7%) mostly concentrated within cities in Sindh. Multivariate analysis showed being uneducated/illiterate (adjusted OR (aOR) 2.1; 95% CI 1.4 to 3.4), directly dealing with clients without a pimp (aOR 1.8; 95% CI 1.1 to 2.8), non-use of condom with clients (aOR 1.8; 95% CI 1.1 to 2.8), having sexual contact with people who inject drugs (PWID) (aOR 2.2; 95% CI 1.3 to 3.7) and non-participation in HIV programmes (aOR 1.7; 95% CI 1.0 to 3.1) as factors independently associated with HIV seropositivity.ConclusionsWe found a weighted national HIV prevalence of 2.3% and identified factors independently associated with HIV in FSWs. The country needs to scale up HIV prevention programmes to improve coverage, prioritising FSWs who are illiterate, work independently and have PWID as sex partners. Emphasis should be laid on strategies to improve condom use with both regular and non-regular partners.

scholarly journals HIV prevalence, sexual risk behaviours and HIV testing among female sex workers in three cities in Sri Lanka: Findings from respondent-driven sampling surveys

PLoS ONE ◽  
2020 ◽  
Vol 15 (10) ◽  
pp. e0239951
Author(s):  
Ariyaratne Manathunge ◽  
Jelena Barbaric ◽  
Tomislav Mestrovic ◽  
Sriyakanthi Beneragama ◽  
Ivana Bozicevic
Keyword(s):  
Sri Lanka ◽  
Hiv Testing ◽  
Sexual Risk ◽  
Sex Workers ◽  
Female Sex Workers ◽  
Hiv Prevalence ◽  
Respondent Driven Sampling ◽  
Risk Behaviours ◽  
Female Sex ◽  
Sexual Risk Behaviours

scholarly journals P3.399 Who Are Regular Sex Partners of Female Sex Workers in Bobo-Dioulasso, Burkina Faso?

2013 ◽  
Vol 89 (Suppl 1) ◽  
pp. A274.1-A274
Author(s):  
I Konate ◽  
A Ouédraogo ◽  
W W Bazié ◽  
A Sanon ◽  
H A Sawadogo ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Burkina Faso ◽  
Sex Workers ◽  
Female Sex Workers ◽  
Sex Partners ◽  
Female Sex ◽  
Bobo Dioulasso

scholarly journals HIV risk practices by female sex workers according to workplace

2014 ◽  
Vol 48 (3) ◽  
pp. 428-437 ◽  
Author(s):  
Giseli Nogueira Damacena ◽  
Célia Landmann Szwarcwald ◽  
Paulo Roberto Borges de Souza Júnior
Keyword(s):  
Health Services ◽  
Hiv Infection ◽  
Hiv Risk ◽  
Sex Workers ◽  
Female Sex Workers ◽  
Transition Probabilities ◽  
Hiv Prevalence ◽  
Respondent Driven Sampling ◽  
Female Sex ◽  
Risk Practices

OBJECTIVE To investigate differences in HIV infection- related risk practices by Female Sex Workers according to workplace and the effects of homophily on estimating HIV prevalence. METHODS Data from 2,523 women, recruited using Respondent-Driven Sampling, were used for the study carried out in 10 Brazilian cities in 2008-2009. The study included female sex workers aged 18 and over. The questionnaire was completed by the subjects and included questions on characteristics of professional activity, sexual practices, use of drugs, HIV testing, and access to health services. HIV quick tests were conducted. The participants were classified in two groups according to place of work: on the street or indoor venues, like nightclubs and saunas. To compare variable distributions by place of work, we used Chi-square homogeneity tests, taking into consideration unequal selection probabilities as well as the structure of dependence between observations. We tested the effect of homophily by workplace on estimated HIV prevalence. RESULTS The highest HIV risk practices were associated with: working on the streets, lower socioeconomic status, low regular smear test coverage, higher levels of crack use and higher levels of syphilis serological scars as well as higher prevalence of HIV infection. The effect of homophily was higher among sex workers in indoor venues. However, it did not affect the estimated prevalence of HIV, even after using a post-stratification by workplace procedure. CONCLUSIONS The findings suggest that strategies should focus on extending access to, and utilization of, health services. Prevention policies should be specifically aimed at street workers. Regarding the application of Respondent-Driven Sampling, the sample should be sufficient to estimate transition probabilities, as the network develops more quickly among sex workers in indoor venues.

scholarly journals HIV prevalence and associated risk factors among female sex workers in Dar es Salaam, Tanzania: tracking the epidemic

2020 ◽  
Vol 31 (10) ◽  
pp. 950-957 ◽  
Author(s):  
MM Mizinduko ◽  
K Moen ◽  
S Likindikoki ◽  
A Mwijage ◽  
GH Leyna ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Hiv Testing ◽  
Sex Workers ◽  
Female Sex Workers ◽  
Dar Es Salaam ◽  
Hiv Prevalence ◽  
School Level ◽  
Hiv Care ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Factors Associated ◽  
Female Sex

Since 2014, HIV care and treatment services among key populations including female sex workers (FSWs) have intensified in Tanzania. We sought to track the epidemic among FSWs in Dar es Salaam, Tanzania. We conducted a cross-sectional integrated bio-behavioral survey using respondent-driven sampling and a structured questionnaire. Blood was drawn for HIV testing. Modified Poisson regression was used to determine factors associated with HIV infection. We recruited 958 FSWs (median age 26 years) of whom 952 consented to HIV testing. The HIV prevalence was 15.3% (95%CI: 12.5–18.6). Factors associated with higher HIV prevalence included old age (25–34 years: aPR 2.38; 95%CI: 1.23, 4.60 and over 35 years: aPR = 6.08; 95%CI: 3.19, 11.58) and having experienced sexual violence in the past year (aPR = 1.94; 95%CI: 1.34, 2.82). Attaining higher education level was associated with lower HIV prevalence (aPR = 0.51; 95%CI: 0.36, 0.73 for primary school level and aPR = 0.20; 95%CI: 0.08, 0.46 for secondary school level and/or above). The HIV prevalence among FSWs in Dar es Salaam has decreased by half since 2013. Prevention strategies should target older FSWs, aim to educate young girls, and institute approaches to mitigate violence among FSWs.

scholarly journals FEMALE SEX WORKERS’ ATTITUDES TOWARD HIV TESTING: A STUDY AMONG INDIRECT SEX WORKERS IN BANTUL, YOGYAKARTA, INDONESIA

2016 ◽  
Vol 2 (6) ◽  
pp. 146-155
Author(s):  
Dhesi Ari Astuti ◽  
Moh. Hakimi ◽  
Andari Wuri Astuti ◽  
Dyah Anantalia Widyastari ◽  
Doni Marisi Sinaga
Keyword(s):  
Hiv Testing ◽  
Sex Workers ◽  
Female Sex Workers ◽  
Descriptive Analysis ◽  
Health Belief ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Female Sex ◽  
Belief Model ◽  
Aids Information ◽  
Hiv Aids

Background: HIV prevalence among female sex workers in Indonesia is among the highest in Asia after Papua New Guinea and Malaysia. Indirect sex workers posed a heightened risk of HIV infection compared to direct sex workers because they usually earn less than their direct counterpart and have lower bargaining power in condom use.Objective: This study aims to examine the factors influencing indirect sex workers’ attitudes toward HIV testing.Methods: This study employed a quantitative method with a cross-sectional approach involved 67 indirect sex workers from massage parlors and beauty salons in Bantul district. Descriptive analysis of respondents’ attitude, perceive threat and expectation was drawn from Health Belief Model Theory.Results: The majority of indirect sex workers had positive attitude towards HIV testing. They are aware to the importance of condom in every commercial sex works, but the majority believe themselves were not susceptible to HIV-AIDS due to their preference to healthy-looking clients to serve sex. Personal expenses to visit the health center for HIV testing are less considered compared to public opinion and discrimination. Peers encouraged the workers to get tested. Disseminating HIV/AIDS information to sex workers through media and mobile phone are not successful.Conclusion: The findings of the study carrying an expectation that when individuals’ attitudes toward HIV testing are positive, the likelihood of getting themselves tested would also be higher. Since the perception is driven by information as stimulus, it is important to provide continuous information to create stimulus which eventually will influence their perception.

scholarly journals HIV testing and its associated factors among street-based female sex workers in Iran: results of a national rapid assessment and response survey

2021 ◽  
Vol 16 (1) ◽  
Author(s):  
Sina Ahmadi ◽  
Mehrdad Khezri ◽  
Payam Roshanfekr ◽  
Salah Eddin Karimi ◽  
Meroe Vameghi ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Hiv Testing ◽  
Sex Workers ◽  
Associated Factors ◽  
Female Sex Workers ◽  
Rapid Assessment ◽  
Evidence Based ◽  
Multivariable Model ◽  
Sexually Transmitted ◽  
Female Sex ◽  
Self Testing

Abstract Background Female sex workers (FSWs) are at a disproportionate risk of sexually transmitted infections and they may face significant barriers to HIV testing. This study aimed to examine HIV testing prevalence and its associated factors among street-based FSWs in Iran. Method A total of 898 FSWs were recruited from 414 venues across 19 major cities in Iran between October 2016 and March 2017. Eligible FSWs were women aged 18 years of age who had at least one commercial sexual intercourse in the previous year. HIV testing was defined as having tested for HIV in the lifetime. Bivariable and multivariable logistic regression were used to examine the correlates of HIV testing. We report adjusted odds ratios (aOR) and their 95% confidence intervals (CI). Result Overall, 57.8% (95%CI: 20.0, 88.0) of participants reported having tested for HIV, and HIV prevalence among FSWs who tested for HIV was 10.3% (95%CI: 7.5, 13.0). The multivariable model showed that unstable housing (aOR: 8.86, 95%CI: 2.68, 29.32) and drug use (aOR: 3.47, 95%CI: 1.33, 9.06) were associated with increased likelihood of HIV testing. However, FSWs with a higher level of income were less likely to be tested for HIV (aOR: 0.09, 95%CI: 0.02, 0.43). Conclusion Almost one in ten street-based FSWs had never tested for HIV. These findings suggest the need for evidence-based strategies such as outreach support and HIV self-testing to improve HIV testing in this marginalized population.

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