Facilitators and Barriers to Pre‐Exposure Prophylaxis Uptake Willingness for Full‐Service Sex Workers: A Social–Ecological Approach
Stephen D. Ramos,
Steff Du Bois
Abstract:Full‐service sex workers (FSSWs) are at heightened risk of contracting HIV due to facing multi‐level challenges to sexual health. This study investigated factors associated with willingness to use Pre‐Exposure Prophylaxis (PrEP)—a daily HIV preventative medication, among FSSWs. Using social–ecological theory, an online survey was developed with initial guidance from a local sex worker advocacy organization to assess barriers and facilitators to PrEP uptake willingness. The survey was disseminated with the assi… Show more
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