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Multinational
           

     Journal Papers, Abstracts, and Commentaries
 
 
Human rights protections and HIV prevalence among MSM who sell sex: Cross-country comparisons from a systematic review and meta-analysis.
Oldenburg CE, Perez-Brumer AG, Reisner SL,  et al
 
Glob Public Health
. 2016 Mar 15:1-12
Abstract

Transactional Sex and the HIV Epidemic Among Men Who have Sex with Men (MSM): Results From a Systematic Review and Meta-analysis.
Oldenburg CE, Perez-Brumer AG, Reisner SL et al

AIDS Behav
. 2015 Feb 5.
Abstract

Male sex workers: practices, contexts, and vulnerabilities for HIV acquisition and transmission.
Baral SD, Friedman MR, Geibel S,et al

Lancet
. 2014 Jul 21. pii: S0140-6736(14)60801-1.
Abstract

Looking beyond HIV: eliciting individual and community needs of male internet escorts.
Parsons JT, Koken JA, Bimbi DS.
J Homosex. 2007;53(1-2):219-40.
Abstract


Africa
           

Multinational
 

         Conference Reports, Abstracts, and Posters
 
  Trading sex and building capital: towards a deeper understanding of sexual identity and the programmatic challenge of reaching young African MSM
S.M. Leclerc-Madlala, U. Amanyeiwe, Y. Naidoo, et al
(XX International AIDS Conference)
Abstract

Kenya

     Journal Papers, Abstracts, and Commentaries
 

 
Heterosexual behaviours among men who sell sex to men in coastal Kenya.
Smith AD, Muhaari AD, Agwanda C,  et al
 
AIDS
. 2015 Dec;29 Suppl 3:S201-10.
Abstract

HIV and STI Prevalence and Risk Factors Among Male Sex Workers and Other Men Who Have Sex With Men in Nairobi, Kenya.
Muraguri N, Tun W, Okal J, et al

J Acquir Immune Defic Synd
r
. 2015 Jan 1;68(1):91-6
Abstract

High HIV risk in a cohort of male sex workers from Nairobi, Kenya.
McKinnon LR, Gakii G, Juno JA, et al  

Sex
Transm Infect
. 2013 Dec 13.
Abstract

 

         Conference Reports, Abstracts, and Posters
 
 
Responses to HIV treatment and prevention: the evidence-based response of men who have sex with men male sex workers in Kenya
R.B. Mwaniki, M. Mumma, M. Macharia, et al
(XX International AIDS Conference)
Abstract

MSM - sex workers' (MSW) in Kenya experience: “Triple dose of stigma”
P. Macharia, J. Kimani E. Ndunda, R. Lorway
(XX International AIDS Conference)
Abstract

Burden of HIV and sexual behaviour among men who have sex with men and male sex workers in Nairobi, Kenya
N. Muraguri, W. Tu, J. Okal, et al
(XIX International AIDS Conference)
Abstract

 

Nigeria
 
     Journal Papers, Abstracts, and Commentaries
 
  Sexual hazards, life experiences and social circumstances among male sex workers in Nigeria.
Okanlawon K, Adebowale AS, Titilayo A.

Cult Health
Sex. 2012 Dec 19
Abstract
 
South Africa
 
     Journal Papers, Abstracts, and Commentaries
 
  Understanding the Needs of Township Men Who have Sex with Men (MSM) Health Outreach Workers: Exploring the Interplay Between Volunteer Training, Social Capital and Critical Consciousness.
Tucker A, de Swardt G, Struthers H, McIntyre J.

AIDS Behav
. 2013 May;17 Suppl 1:33-42
Abstract
 
         Conference Reports, Abstracts, and Posters
 
 
Transactional sex and HIV risk among MSM in Mpumalanga, South Africa
K. Dunkle, D. Murdock, T. Osmand, et al
(XX International AIDS Conference)
Abstract

Asia
           

Multinational
 
     Journal Papers, Abstracts, and Commentaries
 
  Suboptimal HIV Testing Uptake Among Men Who Engage in Commercial Sex Work with Men in Asia.
Jin H, Friedman MR, Lim SH, et al

LGBT Health
. 2016 Mar 16

Abstract

 

         Conference Reports, Abstracts, and Posters
 
  Suboptimal HIV testing prevalence among high-risk male sex workers in Asia
H. Jin, M.R. Friedman, S.H. Lim, et al

(XX International AIDS Conference)
Abstract

China

     Journal Papers, Abstracts, and Commentaries
 

 
FULL-TEXT ARTICLE
Changes in Prevalence of HIV or Syphilis among Male Sex Workers and Non-Commercial Men Who Have Sex with Men in Shenzhen, China: Results of a Second Survey.
Huang Y, Zhang Y, Li K, Zhao J.
PLoS One. 2016 Dec 9;11(12):e0167619.
Paper

FULL-TEXT ARTICLE
Risk factors for HIV and syphilis infection among male sex workers who have sex with men: a cross-sectional study in Hangzhou, China, 2011.
Luo Y, Zhu C, Chen S, Geng Q,  et al 

BMJ Open
. 2015 Apr 28;5(4):e006791
Paper

Epidemiological and Molecular Characteristics of HIV Infection among Money Boys and General Men Who Have Sex with Men in Shanghai, China
Yan H, Ding Y, Wong FY,  et al

Infect Genet Evol
. 2015 Jan 31. pii: S1567-1348(15)00035-0

Abstract

FULL-TEXT ARTICLE
HIV and Sexually Transmissible Infections among Money Boys in China: A Data Synthesis and Meta-Analysis.

Chow EP, Iu KI, Fu X,  et al

PLoS One
. 2012;7(11):e48025.
Paper

A Comparison of HIV Infection and Related Risk Factors Between Money Boys and Noncommercial Men Who Have Sex With Men
in Shenzhen, China.
Zhao J, Cai WD, Gan YX, et al 

Sex Transm Dis
. 2012 Dec;39(12):942-8
Abstract

Social Network and Other Correlates of HIV Testing: Findings from Male Sex Workers and Other MSM in Shanghai, China.
Huang ZJ, He N, Nehl EJ, et al
AIDS Beha
v
. 2012 Jan 6
Abstract

Prevalence and correlates of alcohol use among a sample of general MSM and money boys in Shanghai, China.
Nehl EJ, Wong FY, He N, Huang ZJ, Zheng T.
AIDS Care
. 2011 Sep 9
Abstract

Unprotected anal intercourse behavior and intention among male sex workers in Shenzhen serving cross-boundary male clients coming from Hong Kong, China ? prevalence and associated factors.
Lau JT, Cai W, Tsui HY,et a

AIDS Care. 2011 Jul 11.
Abstract

Study on the AIDS-related high risk behaviors of men who have sex with men under the experience
of exchanging money for the same sex.
Shi TX, Yu ZZ, Li XF, Xu JX, Wang YF, Zhang BC.
Zhonghua Liu Xing Bing Xue Za Zhi. 2010 Nov;31(11):1223-1226
Abstract

Investigation of HIV and syphilis infection and AIDS-related behaviors among money boys, in
Guangzhou, China.

Cheng WB, Zhong F, Wen F,

Zhonghua Yu Fang Yi Xue Za Zhi
. 2010 Nov;44(11):1027-1031.
Abstract

 

         Conference Reports, Abstracts, and Posters
 
  Sexual networks and HIV among money boys in northeast of China
X. Fu, T. Ma
(XIX International AIDS Conference)
Abstract

A comparison of HIV infection and related risk factors between money boys and non-commercial men who have sex with men
in Shenzhen, China
J. Zhao, W. Cai, L. Che, et al
(XIX International AIDS Conference)
Abstract

India

        Journal Papers, Abstracts, and Commentaries

 
Reduce HIV Transmission Risk among Male Sex Workers in Chennai, India.
Mimiaga MJ, Thomas B, Biello K,  et al
 AIDS Behav. 2017 Aug 22.

Abstract
 

FULL-TEXT ARTICLE
An exploration of elevated HIV and STI risk among male sex workers from India.
Narayanan P, Das A, Morineau G, et al
BMC Public Health
. 2013 Nov 9;13(1):1059.
Paper
 

Taiwan
 
         Conference Reports, Abstracts, and Posters
 
 
The neglected HIV/AIDS risky population in Taiwan: a qualitative study among massage boys
F.-Y. Li, Y.-H. Lin, S. King, C.-C. Hung Lin

(xIX International AIDS Conference)
Abstract

 

Thailand

     Journal Papers, Abstracts, and Commentaries
 
  Heavy Alcohol Use Among Migrant and Non-Migrant Male Sex Workers in Thailand: A Neglected HIV/STI Vulnerability.
Guadamuz TE, Clatts MC, Goldsamt LA.
Subst Use Misuse. 2018 Feb 20:1-8

Abstract
 

Vietnam
 

     Journal Papers, Abstracts, and Commentaries
 
  Sexually transmissible infection and HIV prevention and treatment for young male sex workers in Vietnam: findings from the SHEATH intervention.
Clatts MC, Goldsamt LA, Giang LM
Sex Health. 2016 Sep 9.
Abstract

The balancing act: Exploring stigma, economic need and disclosure among male sex workers in Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam.
Closson EF, Colby DJ, Nguyen T, , et al
Glob Public Health. 2015 Jan 2:1-12.
Abstract

Substance use among male sex workers in Vietnam: Prevalence, onset, and interactions with sexual risk.
Yu G, Clatts MC, Goldsamt LA, Giang LM.

Int J Drug Policy
. 2014 Nov 8.
Abstract

Self-perceived HIV risk and the use of risk reduction strategies among men who engage in transactional sex
with other men in Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam
Mimiaga MJ, Reisner SL, Closson EF, et al

AIDS Care
. 2012 Dec 20
Abstract
 

         Conference Reports, Abstracts, and Posters
 
 

Hidden, ignored and un-served: young men selling sex on the streets in Vietnam
N.Q. Le , S. Mc Gill

(XIX International AIDS Conference)
Abstract


Australia/Pacific Islands
           

Australia
 
     Journal Papers, Abstracts, and Commentaries
 
  A cross-sectional study of HIV and STIs among male sex workers attending Australian sexual health clinics.
Callander D, Read P, Prestage G, et al

Sex Transm Infe
ct
. 2016 Sep 2
Abstract

Sex Workers and Their Clients Among Australian Gay and Bisexual Men.
Prestage G, Jin F, Bavinton B, Hurley M.

AIDS Behav
.
2014 Mar 23.
Abstract

 

New Zealand

     Journal Papers, Abstracts, and Commentaries

 

Men sex workers and other men who have sex with men: how do their HIV risks compare
in New Zealand?
Weinberg MS, Worth H, Williams CJ. et al.
Arch Sex Behav 2001 Jun;30(3):273-86
Abstract

 

Europe
           

The Netherlands

    Journal Papers, Abstracts, and Commentaries

  FULL-TEXT ARTICLE
High burden of STI and HIV in male sex workers working as internet escorts for men in an observational study: a hidden key population compared with female sex workers and other men who have sex with men.
Verhaegh-Haasnoot A, Dukers-Muijrers NH, Hoebe CJ.

BMC Infect Dis
. 2015 Jul 29;15(1):291.

Paper

Spain

    Journal Papers, Abstracts, and Commentaries

  Sexual Compulsivity and Sexual Sensation Seeking: A Preliminary Approach Among Male Sex Workers Compared to Gay Men In Spain.
Salmerón-Sánchez P, Arnal RB, Llario MD, Morell-Mengual V.
J Sex Marital Ther. 2015 Dec 18
Abstract

Sexual behaviors in male sex workers in Spain: Modulating factors.
Ballester R, Salmerón P, Gil MD, Giménez C.

J Health Psychol
. 2014 Feb;19(2):207-17.

Abstract
 

United Kingdom
 
    Journal Papers, Abstracts, and Commentaries
 
 
FULL-TEXT  ARTICLE
The sexual health of male sex workers in England: analysis of cross-sectional data from genitourinary medicine clinics.

Mc Grath-Lone L, Marsh K, Hughes G, Ward H.
Sex Transm Infect
. 2013 Nov 22.

Paper

Latin America/Caribbean
           

Multinational
 
    Journal Papers, Abstracts, and Commentaries
 
  Transactional Sex Among Men Who Have Sex With Men in Latin America: Economic, Sociodemographic, and Psychosocial Factors.
Oldenburg CE, Perez-Brumer AG,  et al

Am J Public Health
. 2015 Mar 19:e1-
al
Abstract

Brazil

    Journal Papers, Abstracts, and Commentaries
 
  Sexual risk behaviours and HIV seroprevalence among male sex workers who have sex with men
and non-sex workers in Campinas, Brazil.
Tun W, de Mello M, Pinho A, Chinaglia M, Diaz J.

Sex Transm Infect
. 2008 Nov;84(6):455-7.
Abstract
 
Dominican Republic
 
    Journal Papers, Abstracts, and Commentaries
 
 
Alcohol Use and HIV Risk Within Social Networks of MSM Sex Workers in the Dominican Republic.
Tan D, Holloway IW, Gildner J, et al

A
IDS Behav. 2017 Aug 28.
Abstract

Stigma, social inequality, and HIV risk disclosure among Dominican male sex workers.
Padilla M, Castellanos D, Guilamo-Ramos V, et al  

Soc Sci Med.
2008 Aug;67(3):380-8.
Abstract
 

 
        Conference Reports, Abstracts, and Posters
 
 
Sex work and sex favors within the transgender and MSM population in custody in a men's prison in Mexico City: experiences of sexual pleasure and male condom use
S. Slim Pasaran
(XIX International AIDS Conference)
Abstract
        Conference Reports, Abstracts, and Posters
 
 
Sex work and sex favors within the transgender and MSM population in custody in a men's prison in Mexico City: experiences of sexual pleasure and male condom use
S. Slim Pasaran
(XIX International AIDS Conference)
Abstract
 
Jamaica
 
        Conference Reports, Abstracts, and Posters
 
 
Identifying gaps in structural interventions and the impact on MSM sex workers in Jamaica
M. Scott, S. Sutherland, K. Lue

(XX International AIDS Conference)
Abstract

Mexico

 
    Journal Papers, Abstracts, and Commentaries
 
  The Relationship Between Psychological Temporal Perspective and HIV/STI Risk Behaviors Among Male Sex Workers in Mexico City.
Sosa-Rubí SG, Salinas-Rodríguez A, Montoya-Rodríguez AA, Galárraga O.

Arch Sex Beh

Abstract
 

 

        Conference Reports, Abstracts, and Posters
 
 
Sex work and sex favors within the transgender and MSM population in custody in a men's prison in Mexico City: experiences of sexual pleasure and male condom use
S. Slim Pasaran
(XIX International AIDS Conference)
Abstract
 
Peru
 
    Journal Papers, Abstracts, and Commentaries
 
  Polymorphism, Recombination, and Mutations in HIV Type 1 gag-Infecting Peruvian Male Sex Workers.
Yabar CA, Salvatierra J, Quijano E.
AIDS Res Hum Retroviruses. 2008 Nov;24(11):1405-13.

Abstract
 

        Conference Reports, Abstracts, and Posters
 

  'Just getting by': low-income male sex workers as a most at-risk population of men who have sex with men (MSM) in Peru
A.M. Bayer, D.A. Diaz, M. Garvich, et al
(XIX International AIDS Conference)
Abstract

Middle East
           

Israel

    
Journal Papers, Abstracts, and Commentaries
 
  Knowledge, attitudes, sexual practices and STI/HIV prevalence in male sex workers and other men who have sex in Tel Aviv, Israel: a cross-sectional study.
Mor Z, Dan M.
Sex Transm Infect. 2012 Jun 29. [
Abstract

North America
           

Canada

    Journal Papers, Abstracts, and Commentaries

 
The Loss of Boystown and Transition to Online Sex Work: Strategies and Barriers to Increase Safety Among Men Sex Workers and Clients of Men.
Argento E, Taylor M, Jollimore J, et al

Am J Mens Health
. 2016 Jun 28
Abstract

Nobody's Ever Going to Make a Fag Pretty Woman: Stigma Awareness and the
Putative Effects of Stigma Among a Sample of Canadian Male Sex Workers.
Morrison TG, Whitehead BW.

J Homosex. 2007;53(1/2):201-217.
Abstract
 

United States

    Journal Papers, Abstracts, and Commentaries

 
Risky Trade: Individual and Neighborhood-Level Socio-Demographics Associated with Transactional Sex among Urban African American MSM.
Stevens R, Icard L, Jemmott JB,  et al

J Urban Health
.
2017 Aug 1.
Abstract

 

How do male sex workers on Craigslist differ from those on Rentboy? A comparison of two samples.
Grov C, Koken J, Smith M, Parsons JT.
Cult Health Sex
. 2016 Sep 16:1-17.
Abstract

A Multilevel Analysis of Neighborhood Socioeconomic Disadvantage and Transactional Sex with Casual Partners Among Young Men Who Have Sex with Men Living in Metro Detroit.
Bauermeister J, Eaton L, Stephenson R.

Behav Med
. 2016 Jul-Sep;42(3):197-204.
Abstract

Transactional Sex With Regular and Casual Partners Among Young Men Who Have Sex With Men in the Detroit Metro Area.
Bauermeister JA, Eaton L, Meanley S,  et a;
Am J Mens Health. 2015 Oct 5
Abstract

Male Escorts' and Male Clients' Sexual Behavior During Their Last Commercial Sexual Encounter: Comparing and Contrasting Findings from Two Online Studies.
Grov C, Rodríguez-Díaz CE, Jovet-Toledo GG.
Arch Sex Behav. 2015 May 8.
Abstract

A Qualitative Study of Medical Mistrust, Perceived Discrimination, and Risk Behavior Disclosure to Clinicians by U.S. Male Sex Workers and Other Men Who Have Sex with Men: Implications for Biomedical HIV Prevention.
Underhill K, Morrow KM, Colleran C,  et al  
J Urban Health. 2015 May 1.
Abstract

Transactional sex and prevalence of STIs: a cross-sectional study of MSM and transwomen screened for an HIV prevention trial.
Solomon MM, Nureña CR, Tanur JM, et al
Int J STD AIDS. 2014 Dec 17. pii: 0956462414562049
Abstract

FULL-TEXT ARTICLE
A network analysis of relationship dynamics in sexual dyads as correlates of HIV risk misperceptions among high-risk MSM
Fujimoto K, Williams ML, Ross MW.

Sex Transm Infect
. 2014 Oct 10.
Paper

Comparing male escorts' sexual behaviour with their last male client versus non-commercial male partner.
Grov C, Rodríguez-Díaz CE, Jovet-Toledo GG, Parsons JT.

Cult Health Sex
. 2014 Oct 3:1-14.
Abstract

HIV Prevention Needs Among Street-Based Male Sex Workers in Providence, Rhode Island.
Landers S, Closson EF, Oldenburg CE,  et al

Am J Public Health
. 2014 Sep 11:e1-e3.
Abstract

Patterns of Client Behavior with Their Most Recent Male Escort: An Application of Latent Class Analysis.
Grov C, Starks TJ, Wolff M, et al,

Arch Sex Behav
. 2014 Apr 29
Abstract

 
        Conference Reports, Abstracts, and Posters
 
 
Syndemic associations of HIV risk among sex-working MSM in Miami and Ft. Lauderdale, USA
R. Stall, M. Friedman, S. Kurtz, M. Buttram
(XIX International AIDS Conference)
Abstract

Russia/NIS
           

     Journal Papers, Abstracts, and Commentaries
 
  In different situations, in different ways': male sex work in St. Petersburg, Russia.
Niccolai LM, King EJ, Eritsyan KU, et al

Cult Health Sex
. 2013 Apr;15(4):480-93
Abstract


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