Journal of AIDS & Clinical Research

Natalia Cerqueira

Publications

• Research Article
  Male Sex Workers in Lisbon, Portugal: A Pilot Study of Demographics, Sexual Behavior, and HIV Prevalence
  Author(s): Henrique Pereira, Ines Goncalves, Isabel Borges, Justino Filho, Natalia Cerqueira and Maria Eugenia SaraivaHenrique Pereira, Ines Goncalves, Isabel Borges, Justino Filho, Natalia Cerqueira and Maria Eugenia Saraiva
  
  Background: HIV transmission among men who have sex with men (MSM) is a major concern in Portugal. Little is known, however, about HIV transmission among male sex workers (MSW) who have sex with male clients. This study aimed to investigate the prevalence of HIV infection and risk behaviors among MSW in Lisbon, Portugal. Materials and Methods: A cross-sectional study was conducted using outreach sampling among MSW in Lisbon. Behavioral and serological data on HIV was collected. Results: In total, 143 MSW were recruited for the survey (mean age=28.26, SD=5.96). The prevalence of HIV among these workers was 8.4%. 86% of the MSW self-identified as gay or bisexual. More than 75% were Brazilian immigrants, and 94.4% worked indoors (apartments). Consistent condom use was high (95%) for anal sex with clients, but much lower (63.6%) for anal sex with partners. In addition, 21.7% had not been .. Read More»
  DOI: 10.4172/2155-6113.1000342

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