Experiences of Migrants Living with HIV from HIV-Endemic Sub-Saharan African Countries: A Systematic Review of Qualitative Research Studies

Cruz, Aniela dela; Puri, Roshani; Tovillo, Jose Benito; Hayden, Alix; Caine, Vera

doi:10.1007/s10903-022-01340-w

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“…From an international perspective, many studies have shown that international floating populations are more vulnerable than non-immigrants to STIs [ 9 , 10 , 11 ]. For instance, a Malaysian study indicated an increase of approximately 12 percentage points in the rate of HIV infection, in relation to migration [ 10 ].…”

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The Vulnerability of International Floating Populations to Sexually Transmitted Infections: A Qualitative Study

Jiang

Zhou

et al. 2023

Healthcare

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With the rapid development of the global economy, along with globalisation, the health of international floating populations (especially their sexual health) has become a problem that cannot be ignored. This study explored the potential vulnerability of international floating populations to sexually transmitted infections (STIs) from the points of view of society, religion, culture, migration, community environment, and personal behaviours. In-depth exploratory interviews with 51 members of the international floating population living in China were conducted in June and July 2022. A qualitative thematic analysis methodology was used to analyse the content of these interviews. We found that a conservative culture orientated around religion leads to a lack of sex education, resulting in insufficient personal knowledge as well as a lack of the motivation and awareness required to encourage condom use during sexual contact. Additionally, both geographical isolation and reduced social supervision have expanded personal space, which has led to social isolation and marginalisation, in addition to challenges for coping with STI risk. These factors have increased the possibility of individuals engaging in risky behaviours.

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