2016
DOI: 10.21767/2472-1093.100017
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Understanding the Factors Associated with Alcohol Use among Female Sex Workers in a High HIV Prevalence Northeast State of India

Abstract: Background: The paper illustrates the factors associated with alcohol use among FSWs in Dimapur, an important commercial hub of Nagaland, which is a high HIV prevalence state of India. Methods:The analysis is based on 417 FSWs aged 18 years or older who participated in round 2 of Integrated Behavioural and Biological Assessment (IBBA). Results:There is a significant association between ever consumption of alcohol use in the past month among FSWs and socio-demographic, sexual behaviour and safe sexual practices… Show more

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“…Several studies conducted in Ethiopia, Uganda and Kenya also reported similar findings 9 10 12 19. A large proportion of FSWs use alcohol prior to or during sex to help them to solicit clients and overcome their shyness 35 36. In particular, high level of alcohol consumption places FSWs at a disadvantage by intensifying their vulnerability 8.…”
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confidence: 80%
“…Several studies conducted in Ethiopia, Uganda and Kenya also reported similar findings 9 10 12 19. A large proportion of FSWs use alcohol prior to or during sex to help them to solicit clients and overcome their shyness 35 36. In particular, high level of alcohol consumption places FSWs at a disadvantage by intensifying their vulnerability 8.…”
Section: Discussionmentioning
confidence: 80%