Reproductive health risks and HIV infection vulnerability of hostesses in metropolitan areas, China: a qualitative study.
In this paper, we describe sex-related health risks among hostesses in two metropolises in China based on data obtained from in-depth interviews. The data show that hostesses, many engaging in commercial sex, are vulnerable to HIV infection, unwanted pregnancies and reproductive tract infections. Nevertheless, many obstacles still are present that hinder them from engaging in safe sex. The findings from our study illustrate the need for targeted interventions in order to improve reproductive health and promote safe sex among this group.
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Department of HIV/STDs Prevention and Control, Beijing Center for Disease Prevention and Control, Beijing, China. hbxdy@yahoo.com.cn
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Qiao
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Zhao
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Zhang
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D000328:Adult; D002681:China; D017280:Condoms / Q000706:statistics & numerical data; D005260:Female; D015658:HIV Infections / Q000523:psychology*; D007722:Health Knowledge, Attitudes, Practice; D006801:Humans; D007407:Interviews as Topic; D008875:Middle Aged; D012307:Risk Factors; D012309:Risk-Taking; D020377:Self Efficacy; D011477:Sex Work; D012725:Sexual Behavior / Q000523:psychology; D014505:Urban Population; D055815:Young Adult