Short-Term Effect of a Cultural Adaptation of Voluntary Counseling and Testing Among Female Sex Workers In China: A Quasi-Experimental Trial

et al. 2007

Sex. Health

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This study examines the association between depressive symptoms and condom use with clients among 278 female sex workers (FSW) in Guangxi, China. About 62% of these FSW had a high level of depressive symptoms (CES-D total score ≥ 16). Multiple logistic regression analyses indicated that FSW with high level of depressive symptoms were less likely to use condoms consistently (aOR = 0.50, 95% CI: 0.28-0.89) or use condoms properly (aOR = 0.44, 95% CI: 0.20-0.99). The findings suggested that HIV prevention programs targeted at FSW should take into consideration the level of depression they experience.

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Depressive symptoms and condom use with clients among female sex workers in China

et al. 2007

Sex. Health

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“…21 Guangxi, one of China's five autonomous and multiethnic regions, is located in the southern part of the country. It is bordered by Guangdong Province on the east, the Gulf of Tonkin on the south, and Vietnam on the southwest.…”

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“…21 Briefly, the survey was conducted in separate rooms or private spaces in the establishments where participants were recruited. No one was allowed to stay with the participant during the survey except the interviewer who provided the participant with necessary assistance.…”

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Factors Associated with Sexually Transmitted Infection Underreporting Among Female Sex Workers in China

Journal of Women's Health

Zhou

et al. 2011

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Objective: To examine the underreporting of sexually transmitted infections (STI) (i.e., no STI by self-report but have at least one STI through biological testing or clinical examination) and factors associated with underreporting among female sex workers (FSWs) in China. Methods: A total of 454 FSWs were recruited from entertainment establishments in a rural county of Guangxi, China. Participants completed a self-administered survey about their demographic and working characteristics, history of STI (past or current infections), sexual history and practices, and HIV=STI-related knowledge and perceptions; 411 of the sample were also tested for syphilis, Neisseria gonorrheae, Chlamydia, Trichomonas, and genital warts. Conclusions: Underreporting of STI was prevalent in FSWs, especially among women with perceived lower STI risks. The underreporting might be largely due to their perception of low risks for STI and unawareness of STI symptoms (including asymptomatic STIs). Future studies of FSWs should identify those new in commercial sex with lower STI awareness and perceived risks and encourage them to seek timely and appropriate testing and treatment.

“…The data in the current study were drawn from the baseline assessment of a longitudinal HIV/ STD prevention project, which was conducted in 2004 in "H County," a rural county of Guangxi Zhuang Autonomous Region ("Guangxi"; Li et al, 2006). Guangxi, one of China's five autonomous and multiethnic regions, is located in southwest China, bordering Viet Nam.…”

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Correlates of Suicidal Ideation and Attempt Among Female Sex Workers in China

Health Care for Women International

et al. 2007

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The purpose of this study was to explore the factors associated with suicidal ideation and attempt among female sex workers (FSWs) in China. A cross-sectional survey was administered among 454 FSWs in a rural county of Guangxi, China. About 14% of FSWs had thought of suicide and 8% had attempted suicide in the past 6 months. Multiple logistic regression analyses indicated that those FSWs who were dissatisfied with life, abused alcohol, were deceived or forced into commercial sex, and had stable sexual partners were more likely to report suicidal ideation. Female sex workers who had multiple stable partners, experienced sexual coercion, and worried about an inability to make enough money were more likely to report a suicide attempt. These FSWs who entered commercial sex because of financial needs or who were influenced by the peers were less likely to report a suicide attempt. Our data suggested that the rates of suicidal ideation and attempts were high among FSWs in China, and there were multiple factors associated with their suicidality. Future health education and promotion efforts among FSWs need to take into consideration substance abuse, interpartner conflict, and psychological stress.