Although the prevalence of unprotected anal intercourse was similar in the two samples, certain variables could explain why the men who have sex with men surveyed on-line had a greater risk of sexually transmitted infections than those surveyed off-line.
YMSM do not constitute a group at increased risk of HIV/STI infection compared with respondents >25 years old. However, there are some variables could contribute to vulnerability in this group.
The internet can facilitate sexual health promotion among MSM. Characterization of user profiles offers the possibility of segmenting prevention programs and of combining online and offline strategies.
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