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Regional/Multinational
 

     Journal Papers, Abstracts, and Commentaries
 
 
Feasibility of Identifying a Female Sex Worker Cohort at High Risk of HIV Infection in the Caribbean for HIV Vaccine Efficacy Trials: Longitudinal Results of HVTN 907.
Deschamps MM, Metch B, Morgan CA, et al

J Acquir Immune Defic Syndr
. 2016 Jan 1;71(1):70-7.
Abstract

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

FULL-TEXT ARTICLE
Recruitment of Caribbean female commercial sex workers at high risk of HIV infection.
Deschamps MM, Zorrilla CD, Morgan CA, et al
Rev Panam Salud Publica. 2013 Aug;34(2):92-8.
Paper
 

    Conference Reports, Abstracts, and Posters
 
 
Country-level unemployment as a structural driver of transactional sex among men who have sex with men (MSM) in Latin America: a multilevel analysis
C. Oldenburg, A. Perez-Brumer, K. Biello, S. Landers
(Xx International AIDS Conference)
Abstract

Argentina
 

     Journal Papers, Abstracts, and Commentaries

 

Sex work and the claim for grassroots legislation.
Fassi MN.
Cult Health Sex. 2015 Jan 8:1-11
Abstract

Healthcare program for sex workers: a public health priority.
Marin G, Silberman M, Martinez S, Sanguinetti C.
Int J Health Plann Manage. 2013 Dec 26.
Abstract

HIV, HBV, and HCV molecular epidemiology among trans (transvestites, transsexuals, and transgender) sex workers in Argentina.
Carobene M, Bolcic F, Farías MS, et al
J Med Virol. 2013 Oct 12.
Abstract

FULL-TEXT ARTICLE
Violence as a Barrier for HIV Prevention among Female Sex Workers in Argentina.
Pando MA, Coloccini RS, Reynaga E,  et al

PLoS One
. 2013;8(1):e54147.
Paper

Trichomonas vaginalis prevalence in sex workers
Salomón MC, Martínez N, Delgado D,  et al
Medicina (B Aires). 2011;71(5):429-31
Abstract

First report on sexually transmitted infections among trans (male to female transvestites, transsexuals,
or transgender) and male sex workers in Argentina: high HIV, HPV, HBV, and syphilis prevalence.
Dos Ramos Farías MS, Garcia MN, et al

Int J Infect Dis
. 2011 Jul 8
Abstract


Bolivia
 

     Journal Papers, Abstracts, and Commentaries
 
  Tuberculosis screening among Bolivian sex workers and their children.
Chiang SS, Paulus JK, Huang CC, et al.

J Epidemiol Glob Health
. 2015 Jun;5(2):205-10
Abstract

Perception of HIV Prevention Programs Among Ayoreo Sex Workers in Bolivia.
López-Entrambasaguas OM, Fernández-Sola C, Granero-Molina J.
J Transcult Nurs. 2014 May 20.
Abstract

Contraception and condom use among Bolivian female sex workers: relationship-specific associations between disease prevention and family planning behaviors.
Yam EA, Tinajeros F, Revollo R, et al

Health Care Women Int
. 2013 Mar;34(3-4):249-62.
Abstract

    Conference Reports, Abstracts, and Posters

 
Positive women, sex workers and transgender women: body mapping violence and HIV
G.V. Ross Quiroga
(XIX International AIDS Conference)
Abstract
 

Brazil
 

     Journal Papers, Abstracts, and Commentaries
 
 

FULL-TEXT ARTICLE
Viral hepatitis in female sex workers using the Respondent-Driven Sampling.
Matos MA, França DDDS, Carneiro MADS,  et al
Rev Saude Publica. 2017 Jun 26;51:65.
Paper

FULL-TEXT ARTICLE
Factors associated with violence against female sex workers in ten Brazilian cities.

Lima FS, Merchán-Hamann E, Urdaneta M,  et al 

Cad Saude Publica
. 2017 Mar 30;33(2):e00157815
Paper

Concepts in women trafficking for sexual exploitation: a survey with institutional representatives in Brazil and Portugal].
Zúquete JG, Souza ER, Deslandes SF.
Cad Saude Publica
. 2016 Oct 20;32(10):e00075415
Abstract

FULL-TEXT ARTICLE
HIV-testing among female sex workers on the border between Brazil and French Guiana: the need for targeted interventions.
Parriault MC, van Melle A, Basurko C, et al
Cad Saude Publica
. 2015 Aug;31(8):1615-22.
Paper

FULL-TEXT ARTICLE
Induced abortion among Brazilian female sex workers: a qualitative study
Madeiro AP, Diniz D.

Cien Saude Colet
. 2015 Feb;20(2):587-93.
 

Using the Venom of a Snake for an Antidote: exploring strategies and services for sex workers in preparation for the World Cup 2014.
Ewen JE.
Perspect Public Health. 2014 Sep 16.
Abstract

FULL-TEXT  ARTICLE
HIV risk practices by female sex workers according to workplace.
Damacena GN, Szwarcwald CL, Souza Júnior PR.
Rev Saude Publica. 2014 Jun;48(3):428-37.
Paper

HIV seroprevalence and high-risk sexual behavior among female sex workers in Central Brazil.
Fernandes FR, Mousquer GJ, Castro LS,  et al

AIDS Care
. 2014 Mar 12.
Abstract

Outreach Hepatitis B Vaccination of Female Sex Workers in Central-West Brazil: Immunization Status, Compliance, and Immune Response.
Carneiro LM, Mousquer GJ, Pinheiro RS, et al

J Public Health Manag Pract
. 2013 Dec 27.
Abstract

FULL-TEXT  ARTICLE
Vulnerability to Sexually Transmitted Infections in women who sell sex on the route of prostitution and sex tourism in Central Brazil.
Matos MA, Caetano KA, França DD,  et al

Rev Lat Am Enfermagem
. 2013 Jul-Aug;21(4):906-12.
Paper

HIV, hepatitis B and C, and syphilis prevalence and coinfection among sex workers in Southern Brazil.
Schuelter-Trevisol F, Custódio G, Silva AC,  et al

Rev Soc Bras Med
Trop
. 2013 May 10:
Abstract

Social participation and drug use in a cohort of Brazilian sex workers.
Leslie HH, Ahern J, Chinaglia M, et al
J
Epidemiol Community Health
. 2013 Mar 16
Abstract

Findings From Encontros: A Multilevel STI/HIV Intervention to Increase Condom Use, Reduce STI, and Change
the Social Environment Among Sex Workers in Brazil.
Lippman SA, Chinaglia M, Donini AA, et al   
Sex Transm Dis. 2012 Mar;39(3):209-16.
Abstract

Characterization of physical violence experienced by prostitutes living inside the state of Piauí
Penha JC, Cavalcanti SD, Carvalho SB,
Rev Bras Enferm. 2012 Dec;65(6):984-90
Abstract

Findings From Encontros: A Multilevel STI/HIV Intervention to Increase Condom Use, Reduce STI,
and Change the Social Environment Among Sex Workers in Brazil.
Lippman SA, Chinaglia M, Donini AA, et al
Sex Transm Dis. 2012 Mar;39(3):209-16.
Abstract

A WEEK-IN-REVIEW FEATURED REPORT
Risk Factors Associated With HIV Prevalence Among Female Sex Workers in 10 Brazilian Cities.
Damacena GN, Szwarcwald CL, de Souza Júnior PR, Dourado I.
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J Acquir Immune Defic Syndr. 2011 Aug;57 Suppl 3:S144-52.
Abstract

Analysis of Data Collected by RDS Among Sex Workers in 10 Brazilian Cities, 2009:
Estimation of the Prevalence of HIV, Variance, and Design Effect.

Szwarcwald CL, de Souza Júnior PR, Damacena GN, Junior AB, Kendall C.
J Acquir Immune Defic Syndr. 2011 Aug;57 Suppl 3:S129-35.
Abstract

Psychosocial pathways to inconsistent condom use among male sex workers: personality,
drug misuse and criminality.
Cortez FC, Boer DP, Baltieri DA.

Sex Health
. 2011 Sep;8(3):390-8
Abstract

FULL-TEXT ARTICLE
Implementation of respondent-driven sampling among female sex workers in Brazil, 2009.
Damacena GN, Szwarcwald CL, Barbosa Júnior A.

Cad Saude Publica
. 2011;27 Suppl 1:S45-55
Paper

FULL-TEXT PDF ARTICLE
HIV prevalence among female sex workers, drug users and men who have sex with
men in Brazil: A Systematic Review and Meta-analysis.

Malta M, Magnanini MM, Mello MB, ,  et al
 
BMC Public Health
. 2010 Jun 7;10(1):317
Paper

She's a professional like anyone else': social identity among Brazilian sex workers.
Murray LR, Lippman SA, Donini AA, Kerrigan D.
 
Cult Health Sex
. 2010 Apr;12(3):293-306
Abstract

 

Chile
 

     Journal Papers, Abstracts, and Commentaries

  Survey adaptation for bio-behavioural surveillance of HIV in Chilean female sex workers
Carvajal B, Stuardo V, Manríquez JM, et al
Gac Sanit. 2017 Apr 12
Abstract

HIV prevalence, AIDS knowledge, and condom use among female sex workers in
Santiago, Chile.

Barrientos JE, Bozon M, Ortiz E, Arredondo A.
Cad Saude Publica. 2007 Aug;23(8):1777-84.
Abstract


Columbia
 

     Journal Papers, Abstracts, and Commentaries
 
 
Getting the Shots: Methods to Gain Adherence to a Multi-Dose Vaccination Program for Inner City, Drug-Involved Prostitution Communities.
Daughtridge GW, Ross TW, Ceballos PA, Stellar CE. J
Prim Prev
. 2013 Nov 21
Abstract

Costa Rico
 

     Journal Papers, Abstracts, and Commentaries

  FULL TEXT  ARTICLE
Species distribution and susceptibility to azoles of vaginal yeasts isolated prostitutes.
Gross NT, Arias ML, Moraga M, et al

Infect Dis Obstet Gynecol
. 2007;2007:82412

Paper

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
AIDS Behav. 2017 Aug 28.
Abstract

A multi-level examination of the experiences of female sex workers living with HIV along the continuum of care in the Dominican Republic.
Zulliger R, Kennedy C, Barrington C, et al

Glob Public Health
. 2017 Jun 26
Abstract

Violence from a Sexual Partner is Significantly Associated with Poor HIV Care and Treatment Outcomes among Female Sex Workers in the Dominican Republic.
Mendoza C, Barrington C, Donastorg Y,
J Acquir Immune Defic Syndr. 2016 Nov 15
Abstract

We talk, we do not have shame': addressing stigma by reconstructing identity through enhancing social cohesion among female sex workers living with HIV in the Dominican Republic.
Carrasco MA, Barrington C, Kennedy C,  et al
Cult Health Sex. 2016 Oct 20:1-14.
Abstract

Association between violence exposure and condom non-use among transgender sex workers in the Dominican Republic: the mediating role of trust.
Budhwani H, Turan B, Hasbun J, et al

Int J STD AIDS
. 2016 Jul 5
Abstract

Depression and key associated factors in female sex workers and women living with HIV/AIDS in the Dominican Republic.
Rael CT, Davis A.

Int J STD AIDS
.
2016 May 17.
Abstract

Abriendo Puertas: Feasibility and Effectiveness a Multi-Level Intervention to Improve HIV Outcomes Among Female Sex Workers Living with HIV in the Dominican Republic.
Kerrigan D, Barrington C, Donastorg Y,
et al
AIDS Behav
. 2016 Mar 25
Abstract

High drop-off along the HIV care continuum and ART interruption among female sex workers in the Dominican Republic
Zulliger R, Barrington C, Donastorg Y,  et al

J Acquir Immune Defic Syndr
. 2015 Feb 24.

Abstract

Retention in HIV Care Among Female Sex Workers in the Dominican Republic: Implications for Research, Policy and Programming.
Zulliger R, Maulsby C, Barrington C, et al
AIDS Behav. 2015 Jan 8.
Abstract

Debe cuidarse en la calle: normative influences on condom use among the steady male partners of female sex workers in the Dominican Republic.
Barrington C, Kerrigan D.

Cult Health Sex
. 2014 Feb 21
Abstract

The Female Condom: A Promising but Unavailable Method for Dominican Sex Workers, Their Clients, and Their Partners.
van Dijk MG, Pineda DL, Grossman D,  et al
J Assoc Nurses AIDS Care. 2013 Feb 25
Abstract
 

 
    Conference Reports, Abstracts, and Posters
 
 
Social networks and HIV prevention: Qualitative Insights from an Intervention with Male Clients of Female Sex Workers
in Santo Domingo, Dominican Republic
C Barrington, P Fleming, S Rosario, et al
(139 APHA)
Abstract

Social networks and HIV prevention: Qualitative Insights from an Intervention with Male Clients of
Female Sex Workers in Santo Domingo, Dominican Republic
C Barrington, P Fleming, Sosario, et al
(139 APHA)
Abstract

 

Charging by the Orifice: Economies of Risk, Shame, and Pleasure among Dominican Male
Sex Workers
M Padilla
(134 APHA)
Abstract
 
Assessing the comprehension of STI risk reduction hierarchical messages among sex
workers in Dominican Republic
SG García , D Grossman,  D Lara,  et al
(134 APHA)
Abstract
 
Assessing the acceptability of female-controlled barrier methods among sex workers in
Dominican Republic
SG García,  D Grossman, , D Lara
(134 APHA)
Abstract
 

Ecuador
       

     Journal Papers, Abstracts, and Commentaries
 
  FULL-TEXT PDF ARTICLE
A cross-sectional study to evaluate factors related to condom use with commercial sexual partners in workers from Ecuadorian companies.
Cabezas MC, Fornasini M, Dardenne N,  et al 

BMC Public Health
. 2015 Sep 4;15:856
Papers

Low educational level: a risk factor for sexually transmitted infections among commercial sex workers
in Quito, Ecuador.
Solomon MM, Smith MJ, Rio CD. 
Int J STD AIDS. 2008 Apr;19(4):264-7.
Abstract


El Salvador
       

         Journal Papers, Abstracts, and Commentaries
 
 
Prevalence of transmitted HIV-1 drug resistance among female sex workers and men who have sex with men i
n El Salvador, Central America.

Murillo W, Lorenzana de Rivera I, et al

J Med Virol
. 2012 Oct;84(10):1514-21.
Abstract

Introducing female condoms to female sex workers in central America.
Mack N, Grey TG, Amsterdam A, Williamson N, Matta CI.

I
nt Perspect Sex Reprod Health. 2010 Sep;36(3):149-55.
Abstract
 

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Dr. José Menjívar - Preventing HIV Among Sex Workers
 

French Guiana
 

     Journal Papers, Abstracts, and Commentaries

  FULL-TEXT ARTICLE
HIV-testing among female sex workers on the border between Brazil and French Guiana: the need for targeted interventions.
Parriault MC, van Melle A, Basurko C, et al
Cad Saude Publica
. 2015 Aug;31(8):1615-22.
Paper

Predictive factors of unprotected sex for female sex workers: first study in French Guiana, the French territory with the highest HIV prevalence.
Parriault MC, Basurko C, Melle AV, et al

Int J STD AIDS
. 2014 Jul 30.
Abstract


Guatemala
       

         Journal Papers, Abstracts, and Commentaries
 
 
FULL-TEXT ARTICLE
Influence of indoor work environments on health, safety, and human rights among migrant sex workers at the Guatemala-Mexico Border: a call for occupational health and safety interventions.
Goldenberg SM, Rocha Jiménez T, et al 

BMC Int Health Hum Rights
. 2018 Feb 2;18
Paper

Migration, violence, and safety among migrant sex workers: a qualitative study in two Guatemalan communities.
Rocha-Jiménez T, Brouwer KC, Silverman JG, et al

Cult Health Sex
. 2016 Sep;18(9):965-79
Abstract

FULL-TEXT ARTICLE
Enhancing the Ethical Conduct of HIV Research with Migrant Sex Workers: Human Rights, Policy, and Social Contextual Influences.
Goldenberg SM, Brouwer KC, Jimenez TR, et al

PLoS One
. 2016 May 9;11(5):e0155048 
Paper

Exploring the Context and Implementation of Public Health Regulations Governing Sex Work: A Qualitative Study with Migrant Sex Workers in Guatemala.
Rocha-Jiménez T, Brouwer KC, Silverman JG, et al

J Immigr Minor Health
. 2016 Mar 25.
Abstract

FULL-TEXT ARTICLE
Scale-Up, Retention and HIV/STI Prevalence Trends among Female Sex Workers Attending VICITS Clinics in Guatemala.
Morales-Miranda S, Jacobson JO,  et al

PLoS One
. 2014 Aug 28;9(8):e103455.
Paper

Sexual risk behaviours and barriers to HIV testing among clients of female sex workers in Guatemala: a qualitative study.
Lahuerta M, Torrens M, Sabidó M, Batres A, Casabona J.

Cult Health Sex
. 2013 Apr 29.
Abstract

Notification for Sexually Transmitted Infections and HIV Among Sex Workers in Guatemala: Acceptability, Barriers, and Preferences.
Sabidó M, Gregg LP, Vallès X, et al

Sex
Transm Dis
. 2012 Jul;39(7):504-508.

Abstract

Prevalence and Correlates of Female Condom Use and Interest Among Injection Drug-Using Female |
Sex Workers in Two Mexico-US Border Cities.
Stockman JK, Morris MD, Martinez G,

AIDS Behav
.
2012 Jun 19.
Abstract

Human Immunodeficiency Virus, Sexually Transmitted Infections, and Risk Behaviors Among Clients
of Sex Workers in Guatemala: Are They a Bridge in Human Immunodeficiency Virus Transmission?
Sabidó M, Lahuerta M, Montoliu A, et al

Sex Transm Dis
. 2011 Aug;38(8):735-742.
Abstract
 

         Conference Reports, Abstracts, and Posters
 
 
Have we been effective in reducing stigma and discrimination related to HIV, sexual orientation and sex work? What the Guatemalan 2013 Media Campaign reveals
N.P. Rivera Scot, D. De Leon, R. Orozco, M.E. et al
(XX International AIDS Conference)
Abstract
 

Haiti
       

        Conference Reports, Abstracts, and Posters
 
  HIV transmission among commercial sex workers (CSW) visiting GHESKIO centers in Haiti
M.M. Deschamps, K. Severe, T. Dadaille, et al
(XIX  International AIDS Conference)
Abstract

Honduras
       

         Journal Papers, Abstracts, and Commentaries
 
  HIV incidence among vulnerable populations in Honduras: results from an integrated behavioral
and biologic survey among female sex workers, men who have sex with men, and Garifuna in Honduras, 2006.
Kim AA, Morales Miranda S, Lorenzana de Rivera I
, et al
AIDS Res Hum Retroviruses
. 2012 Oct 3.

Abstract

Declining sexually transmitted infections among female sex workers: the results of an HIV and sexually
transmitted infection prevention strategy in Honduras, 2006-08.

Tinajeros F, Miller WM, Castro L, et al
Int J STD AIDS. 2012 Feb;23(2):88-93.
Abstract

         Conference Reports, Abstracts, and Posters
 

 
STI prevalence and condom use among female sex workers in VICITS clinics in Honduras, 2006-2011
F. Tinajeros, N. Farach, N. Artiles, et al
(XIX International AIDS Conference)
Abstract

Jamaica
       

    Journal Papers, Abstracts, and Commentaries
 
 
Agency, lapse in condom use and relationship intimacy among female sex workers in Jamaica.
Bailey AE, Figueroa JP.

Cult Health Sex
. 2017 Sep 1:1-14.
Abstract

Factors associated with sex work involvement among transgender women in Jamaica: a cross-sectional study.
Logie CH, Wang Y, Lacombe-Duncan A, et al  

J Int AIDS S
oc
. 2017 Apr 6;20(1):
Abstract

A Framework for Sexual Decision-Making Among Female Sex Workers in Jamaica.
Bailey A, Figueroa JP.
Arch Sex Behav. 2015 Apr 3
Abstract

HIV Prevalence and Related Behaviors Among Sex Workers in Jamaica.
Duncan J, Gebre Y, Grant Y, et al

Sex Transm Dis
. 2010 Jan 8.
Abstract

         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

Innovative site based interventions empowering female sex workers and maintaining decline in HIV prevalence in Jamaica
M. Scott, S. Sutherland, L. Byfield
(XIX International AIDS Conference)
Abstract

Reducing social vulnerability among sex workers and their children THROUGH INCOME GENERATION and educational approaches
J. Rodgers, L. Byfield, M. Scott
(XIX International AIDS Conference)
Abstract

 

Mexico
 

     Journal Papers, Abstracts, and Commentaries  
 
 
FULL-TEXT ARTICLE
Influence of indoor work environments on health, safety, and human rights among migrant sex workers at the Guatemala-Mexico Border: a call for occupational health and safety interventions.
Goldenberg SM, Rocha Jiménez T, et al 
BMC Int Health Hum Rights. 2018 Feb 2;18
Paper

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 Behav
. 2018 Jan 29.

Abstract

Structural factors associated with methamphetamine smoking among female sex workers in Tijuana, Mexico.
Conners EE, Gaines TL, Strathdee SA,et al  
Drug Alcohol Rev. 2017 Dec 7.
Abstract

Motherhood and Risk for Human Immunodeficiency Virus/Sexually Transmitted Infections Among Female Sex Workers in the Mexico-US Border Region.
Servin AE, Reed E, Brouwer KC,  et al  
Sex Transm Dis. 2017 Aug;44(8):477-482.
Abstract

FULL-TEXT ARTICLE
Entamoeba histolytica<Infection in Female Sex Workers: A Matched Case-Control Study in Durango, Mexico.
Alvarado-Esquivel C, Sanchez-Anguiano LF,  et a'

JClin Med Res
. 2017 Jul;9(7):624-629
Paper

Fidelity Moderates the Association Between Negative Condom Attitudes and Outcome Behavior in an Evidence-Based Sexual Risk Reduction Intervention for Female Sex Workers.
Pitpitan EV, Chavarin CV, Semple SJ,  et aL
Ann Behav Med. 2016 Dec 6
Abstract

Changes in Condom Use Over Time Among Female Sex Workers and Their Male Noncommercial Partners and Clients.
Tracas A, Bazzi AR, Artamonova I, et al
AIDS Educ Prev. 2016 Aug;28(4):312-324.
Abstract

Correlates of unprotected sex with male clients among female sex workers in 13 Mexican cities.
Semple SJ, Pitpitan EV, Chavarin CV, et al

Glob Public Health
. 2016 Jul 14:1-15
Abstract

FULL-TEXT ARTICLE
Cost-Effectiveness of Combined Sexual and Injection Risk Reduction Interventions among Female Sex Workers Who Inject Drugs in Two Very Distinct Mexican Border Cities.
Burgos JL, Patterson TL, Graff-Zivin JS,
et al
PLoS One
. 2016 Feb 18;11(2):e0147719.
Paper

Predictors of Injection Cessation and Relapse among Female Sex Workers who Inject Drugs in Two Mexican-US Border Cities
West BS, Abramovitz D, Staines H, et al
J Urban Health. 2015 Dec 22.
Abstract

Measuring Current Drug Use in Female Sex Workers and Their Noncommercial Male Partners in Mexico: Concordance Between Data Collected From Surveys Versus Semi-Structured Interviews.
Palinkas LA, Bazzi AR, Syvertsen JL,et al
Subst Use Misuse
. 2015 Dec 18:1-11.
Abstract

FULL-TEXT ARTICLE
High Seroprevalence of Toxoplasma Gondii Infection in Female Sex Workers: A Case-Control Study.
Alvarado-Esquivel C, Sánchez-Anguiano LF, et al
Eur J Microbiol Immunol
(Bp)
. 2015 Nov 4;5(4):285-92.
Paper

Prevalence and Correlates of Hazardous Drinking among Female Sex Workers in 13 Mexican Cities.
Semple SJ, Pitpitan EV, Chavarin CV,  et al  

Alcohol Alcohol
. 2015 Nov 5.
Abstract

FULL-TEXT ARTICLE
Sustainability of Evidence-Based Practices for HIV Prevention among Female Sex Workers in Mexico.
Palinkas LA, Chavarin CV, Rafful CM,  et al

PLoS One
. 2015 Oct 30;10(10):e0141508.
Paper

Injecting Drug Use Among Mexican Female Sex Workers on the US-Mexico Border.
Cepeda A, Nowotny KM, Valdez A.
J Ethn Subst Abuse. 2015 Jul 25:1-13
Abstract

Structural Determinants of Client Perpetrated Violence Among Female Sex Workers in Two Mexico-U.S. Border Cities.
Conners EE, Silverman JG, Ulibarri M,  et al

AIDS Behav
. 2015 Jun 26.

Abstract

Love, Trust, and HIV Risk Among Female Sex Workers and Their Intimate Male Partners.
Syvertsen JL, Bazzi AR, Martinez G,
 et al |
Am J Public Health
. 2015 Jun 11:e1-e9.
Abstract

Social Support and Sexual Risk Among Establishment-Based Female Sex Workers in Tijuana.
Choudhury SM, Erausquin JT, Park K, Anglade D.

Qual Health Res
. 2015 May 19.
Abstract

Behavioral and psychosocial correlates of anal sex among male clients of female sex workers in Tijuana, Mexico.
Semple SJ, Strathdee SA, Pitpitan EV,  et al 

Arch Sex Behav
. 2015 May;44(4):1025-33.
Abstract

Incidence and Predictors of HIV and Sexually Transmitted Infections Among Female Sex Workers and Their Intimate Male Partners in Northern Mexico: A Longitudinal, Multilevel Study.
Bazzi AR, Rangel G, Martinez G,  et al
 
Am J Epidemiol
. 2015 Mar 13.

Abstract

Short-term cessation of sex work and injection drug use: Evidence from a recurrent event survival analysis.
Gaines TL, Urada LA, Martinez G,  et al
Addict Behav. 2015 Jan 19;45C:63-69.
Abstract

Exploring the Context of Trafficking and Adolescent Sex Industry Involvement in Tijuana, Mexico: Consequences for HIV Risk and Prevention.
Goldenberg SM, Silverman JG, Engstrom D, et al
Violence Against Women. 2015 Feb 3
Abstract

A Border Context of Violence: Mexican Female Sex Workers on the U.S.-Mexico Border.
Cepeda A, Nowotny KM
.
Violence Against Women
. 2014 Nov 18.
Abstract

The disproportionate burden of HIV and STIs among male sex workers in Mexico City and the rationale for economic incentives to reduce risks.
Galárraga O, Sosa-Rubí SG, González A,  et al
J
Int AIDS Soc
. 2014 Nov 14;17(1):19218.
Abstract

Examining negative effects of early life experiences on reproductive and sexual health among female sex workers in Tijuana, Mexico.
Oza KK, Silverman JG, Bojorquez I, Strathdee SA, Goldenberg SM.

Int J Gynaecol Obstet
. 2014 Oct 13. pii: S0020-7292(14)00527-X
Abstract

Preventing HIV Transmission Among Partners of HIV-Positive Male Sex Workers in Mexico City: A Modeling Study.
Monteiro JF, Marshall BD, Escudero D, et al

AIDS Behav
. 2014 Oct 12.
Abstract

STI/HIV test result disclosure between female sex workers and their primary, non-commercial male partners in two Mexico-US border cities: a cross-sectional study.
Pines HA, Patterson TL, Rangel G,  et al
 
Sex Transm Infect
. 2014 Oct 8
Abstract

Predictors of Workplace Violence Among Female Sex Workers in Tijuana, Mexico.
Katsulis Y, Durfee A, Lopez V, Robillard A.

Violence Against Women
. 2014 Aug 3.
Abstract

Hazardous drinking and HIV-risk-related behavior among male clients of female sex workers in Tijuana, Mexico.
Goodman-Meza D, Pitpitan EV, et al

Am J Addict
. 2014 Jul 25.
Abstract

"Amar te Duele" ("Love Hurts"): Sexual Relationship Power, Intimate Partner Violence, Depression Symptoms and HIV Risk Among Female Sex Workers Who Use Drugs and Their Non-commercial, Steady Partners in Mexico.
Ulibarri MD, Roesch S, Rangel MG, et al

AIDS Behav
. 2014 Apr 18.
Abstract

Client Perspectives on Design and Implementation of a Couples-Based Intervention to Reduce Sexual and Drug Risk Behaviors Among Female Sex Workers
and Their Noncommercial Partners in Tijuana and Ciudad Juárez, México.

Palinkas LA, Robertson AM, Syvertsen JL,  et al

AIDS Behav
. 2014 Feb 8.
Abstract

Prevalence and Correlates of HIV and Sexually Transmitted Infections among Female Sex Workers and Their Non-commercial Male Partners in Two Mexico-USA Border Cities.
Robertson AM, Syvertsen JL, Ulibarri MD, et al

J Urban Health
. 2014 Feb 1.
Abstract

FULL-TEXT ARTICLE
Sex Workers Perspectives on Strategies to Reduce Sexual Exploitation and HIV Risk: A Qualitative Study in Tijuana, Mexico.
Goldenberg SM, Engstrom D, Rolon ML, et al 
PLoS One. 2013 Aug 30;8(8):e72982.
Paper

Drug-Using Male Clients of Female Sex Workers Who Report Being Paid for Sex: HIV/Sexually Transmitted Infection, Demographic, and Drug Use Correlates.
Wagner KD, Pitpitan EV, Chavarin CV,  et al
Sex Transm Dis. 2013 Aug;40(8):619-23
Abstract


Adverse pregnancy outcomes and sexual violence among female sex workers who inject drugs on the United States-Mexico border.
McDougal L, Strathdee SA, Rangel G, et al

Violence Vict
. 2013;28(3):496-512.

Abstract

Correlates of Self-Efficacy for Condom Use Among Male Clients of Female Sex Workers in Tijuana, Mexico.
Volkmann T, Wagner KD, Strathdee SA,  et al
Arch Sex Behav. 2013 Jul 11.
Abstract

From Violence to Sex Work: Agency, Escaping Violence, and HIV Risk Among Establishment-Based Female Sex Workers in Tijuana, Mexico.
Choudhury SM, Anglade D, Park K.

J Assoc Nurses AIDS Care
. 2013 Jul-Aug;24(4):368-82.
Abstract

FULL TEXT ARTICLE
Prevalence and Characteristics of Abuse Experiences and Depression Symptoms among Injection Drug-Using Female Sex Workers in Mexico.
Ulibarri MD, Hiller SP, Lozada R,  et al 

J Environ Public Health
. 2013;2013:631479.
Paper

Can't Buy My Love: A Typology of Female Sex Workers' Commercial Relationships in the Mexico-U.S. Border Region.
Robertson AM, Syvertsen JL, Amaro H, et al

J Sex Res
. 2013 May 9.
Abstract

Context Matters: The Moderating Role of Bar Context in the Association Between Substance Use During Sex and Condom Use Among Male Clients of Female Sex Workers in Tijuana, Mexico.
Pitpitan EV, Wagner KD, Goodman-Meza D,  et al
AIDS Behav. 2013 May 3.
Abstract

"Eyes that don't see, heart that doesn't feel": Coping with sex work in intimate relationships and its implications for HIV/STI prevention.
Syvertsen JL, Robertson AM, Rolón ML,  et al

Soc Sci Med
. 2013 Jun;87:1-8.
Abstract

Individual, interpersonal, and social-structural correlates of involuntary sex work among female sex workers in two Mexico-U.S. border cities.
Goldenberg SM, Rangel G, Staines H,  et al 
J Acquir Immune Defic Syndr. 2013 Apr 22
Abstract

Venue-level correlates of female sex worker registration status: A multilevel analysis of bars in Tijuana, Mexico.
Gaines TL, Rusch ML, Brouwer KC, et al

Glob Public Health
. 2013 Mar 27.
Abstract

Where sex ends and emotions begin': love and HIV risk among female sex workers and their intimate, non-commercial partners along the Mexico-US border.
Syvertsen JL, Robertson AM, Palinkas LA,et al

Cult Health Sex
. 2013 Mar 11
Abstract

The influence of having children on HIV-related risk behaviors of female sex workers and their intimate male partners in two Mexico-US border cities.
Rolon ML, Syvertsen JL, Robertson AM, et al
 
J Trop Pediatr
. 2013 Feb 16
Abstract

Acceptability of vaginal microbicides among female sex workers and their intimate male partners in two Mexico-US border cities: A mixed methods analysis.
Robertson AM, Syvertsen JL, Martinez G,  et al

Glob Public Health
. 2013 Feb 12.
Abstract

Concurrent sexual partnerships among female sex workers and their non-commercial male partners in Tijuana and Ciudad Juarez, Mexico.
Robertson AM, Syvertsen JL, Rangel MG, et al

Sex Transm Infect
. 2012 Nov 20.
Abstract

FULL-TEXT PDF ARTICLE
Correlates of STI symptoms among female sex workers with truck driver clients in two Mexican border towns.
Chen NE, Strathdee SA, Uribe-Salas FJ, Patterson TL, et al

BMC Public Health
. 2012 Nov 20;12(1):1000.
Paper

Situating HIV risk in the lives of formerly trafficked female sex workers on the Mexico-US border.
Collins SP, Goldenberg SM, Burke NJ,
et al
AIDS Care
. 2012 Sep 11.

Abstract

FULL-TEXT PDF ARTICLE
Mujer Mas Segura (Safer Women): A combination prevention intervention to reduce sexual and injection risks among
female sex workers who inject drugs.
Vera A, Abramovitz D, Lozada R, Martinez G,  et al

Mujer Mas Segura (Safer Women). 2012 Aug 14;12(1):653.

Paper

Reducing harm from HIV/AIDS misconceptions among female sex workers in Tijuana and Ciudad Juarez,
Mexico: A cross sectional analysis.
Robertson AM, Ojeda VD, Nguyen L, et al

Harm Reduct J
. 2012 Aug 6;9(1):35.
Abstract

The Emerging HIV Epidemic on the Mexico-U.S. Border: An International Case Study Characterizing the Role of Epidemiology in Surveillance and Response.
Strathdee SA, Magis-Rodriguez C,
Mays VM,et al
Ann Epidemiol. 2012 Jun;22(6):426-38.
Abstract

Condom use among female sex workers and their non-commercial partners: effects of a sexual risk intervention in t
wo Mexican cities.

Ulibarri MD, Strathdee SA, Lozada R, Staines-Orozco HS,  et al
Int J STD AIDS
. 2012 Apr;23(4):229-34.
Abstract

FULL-TEXT PDF ARTICLE
Study protocol for the recruitment of female sex workers and their non-commercial partners into
couple-based HIV research.
Syvertsen JL, Roberston AM, Abramovitz D,  et al
BMC Public Health
. 2012 Feb 20;12(1):136.
Paper

Exploring the Impact of Underage Sex Work Among Female Sex Workers in Two Mexico-US Border Cities.
Goldenberg SM, Rangel G, Vera A ,et al

AIDS Behav
. 2011 Oct 20.
Abstract

Circular Migration by Mexican Female Sex Workers Who are Injection Drug Users:
Implications for HIV in Mexican Sending Communities.
Ojeda VD, Burgos JL, Hiller SP, et al

J Immigr Minor Health
. 2011 Aug 11
Abstract

FULL-TEXT ARTICLE
Social and Structural Factors Associated with HIV Infection among Female Sex Workers Who I
nject Drugs in the Mexico-US Border Region.
Strathdee SA, Lozada R, Martinez G, et al
PLoS One. 2011 Apr 25;6(4):e19048
Paper

"Over here, it's just drugs, women and all the madness": The HIV risk environment
of clients of female sex workers in Tijuana, Mexico.
Goldenberg SM, Strathdee SA, Gallardo M, et al

Soc Sci Med
. 2011 Mar 3
Abstract

Condom use by female sex workers and their clients in Mexico: who decides and does it matter?
Bórquez A, Hallett TB, Gomez GB, Garnett GP.

Sex Transm Infect
. 2011 Jan 26.

Abstract

Effects of government registration on unprotected sex amongst female sex workers in Tijuana; Mexico.
Sirotin N, Strathdee SA, Lozada R,  et al.

Int J Drug Policy
. 2010 Oct 16
Abstract

Female sex workers and the social context of workplace violence in Tijuana, Mexico.
Katsulis Y, Lopez V, Durfee A, Robillard A.
Med Anthropol Q. 2010 Sep;24(3):344-62.
Abstract

FULL-TEXT ARTICLE
Cost-Effectiveness of an Intervention to Reduce HIV/STI Incidence and Promote
Condom Use among Female Sex Workers in the Mexico–US Border Region

J Burgos JL, Gaebler JA,  Strathdee SA, et al

PLoS One. 2010 Jun 30;
0011413
Paper
 

Distribution of Sexually Transmitted Diseases and Risk Factors by Work Locations Among
Female Sex Workers in Tijuana, Mexico.
Rusch ML, Brouwer KC, Lozada R, et al
 
Sex Transm Dis
. 2010 Jun 25
Abstract


'As prostitutes, we control our bodies': perceptions of health and body in
the lives of establishment-based female sex workers in Tijuana, Mexico.
Choudhury SM.

Cult Health Sex
. 2010 May 4:
Abstract

Drug-related behaviors independently associated with syphilis infection among
female sex workers in two Mexico-US border cities.
Loza O, Patterson TL, Rusch M,  et al

Addiction
. 2010 Apr 27
Abstract

Sexual and drug use behaviors associated with HIV and other sexually transmitted
infections among female sex workers in the Mexico-US border region.
Ulibarri MD, Strathdee SA, Patterson TL.
Curr Opin Psychiatry. 2010 Mar 19.
Abstract


Correlates of Unprotected Sex With Female Sex Workers Among Male Clients in
Tijuana, Mexico.
Goldenberg SM, Cruz MG, Strathdee SA, et al

Sex Transm Dis
. 2010 Jan 14.
Abstract

 

         Conference Reports, Abstracts, and Posters

 
Incidence and predictors of HIV and sexually transmitted infections among female sex workers and their non-commercial male partners in two Mexico-U.S. border cities
A.M. Robertson, G. Rangel, G. Martinez, et al
(XX International AIDS Conference)
Abstract

Trafficking, violence and sex work
C. Navarrete Gil-, A. Gil
XX International AIDS Conference)
Abstract

Social support and recovery efforts among Mexican female sex workers who inject drugs
S Hiller,  S Strathdee,,
M Remedios Lozad, et al

(139 APHA )
Abstract

POSTER
Unpacking sex trafficking, underage sex work and HIV vulnerability among female sex workers in Tijuana, Mexico
S. Goldenberg, I. Bojorquez, D. Engstrom, et al
(XIX International AIDS Conference)
Poster    Abstract

POSTER
Correlates of sex trafficking among female sex workers in two Mexico-U.S. border cities
S. Goldenberg, G. Rangel, H. Staines, et al
(XIX International AIDS Conference)
Poster    Abstract

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

Understanding housing stability in the context of HIV risk behaviours among female sex workers that inject drugs
in the northern Mexico border region
R.P. Lindsay, G. Rangel, G. Martinez, et al
(XIX International AIDS Conference)
Abstract

Acceptability of vaginal gel microbicides among female sex workers and their intimate male partners in two Mexico-U.S. border cities: a mixed methods analysis
A. Robertson, J. Syvertsen G. Martinez, et al
(XIX International AIDS Conference)
Abstract

Sexual partner concurrency among female sex workers and their intimate male partners in Tijuana and Ciudad Juarez, Mexico
A. Robertson, J. Syvertsen, M.G. Rangel, et al
(XIX International AIDS Conference)
Abstract

How does workplace stability influence HIV/STI risk behaviours for female sex workers in two Mexican border cities?
N.E. Chen, S.A. Strathdee, G. Rangel, et al
XIX International AIDS Conference)
Abstract

Cost-effectiveness of combined sexual and injection risk reduction interventions among female sex workers
who inject drugs in two very distinct Mexican-U.S. border cities

J.L. Burgos, T.L. Patterson, J.S. Graff-Zivin, et al
(XIX International AIDS Conference)
Abstract

The debates over Mexico City's HIV/AIDS clinic: socio-political implications for HIV prevention, treatment and
comprehensive health care for transgender sex workers

O. Gómez-Ramírez
{XIX International AIDS Conference)
Abstract

Correlates of early initiation into sex work in two Mexico-U.S. border cities
O Loza, S Strathdee, S Semple, et al
(136 APHA)
Abstract

Abuse by clients among female sex workers in two Mexico-U.S. border cities
MD Ulibarri, S Strathdee, M Remedios Lozada, et al
(136 APHA)
Abstract\

Nicaragua
       

     Journal Papers, Abstracts, and Commentaries
 
  Introducing female condoms to female sex workers in central America.
Mack N, Grey TG, Amsterdam A, Williamson N, Matta CI.

Int Perspect Sex Reprod Health
. 2010 Sep;36(3):149-55.
Abstract

         Conference Reports, Abstracts, and Posters
 

 

Sexual violence and HIV among female sex workers in Nicaragua
J.M. Aguilar Martínez, A. Solorzano, L.M. Romero, et al
(XIX International AIDS Conference)
Abstract

 

Peru
 

     Journal Papers, Abstracts, and Commentaries
 
 
FULL-TEXT ARTICLE
Barriers to Follow-Up for Abnormal Papanicolaou Smears among Female Sex Workers in Lima, Peru.
Aharon D, Calderon M, Solari V, et al
 
PLoS One. 2017 Jan 6;12(1):e0169327.
Paper

The Changing Epidemiology of Human T-Cell Lymphotropic Virus Type 1 Infection in Peruvian Female Sex Workers, 1993-2010.
Stewart J, Heitzinger K, Pollett S, et al 

Am J Trop Med Hyg
. 2016 Nov 22. pii: 16-0014.
Abstract

Sexually transmitted infection screening uptake and knowledge of sexually transmitted infection symptoms among female sex workers participating in a community randomised trial in Peru.
Kohler PK, Campos PE, Garcia PJ, et al
Int J STD AIDS
. 2015 May 4
Abstract

HIV risk and preventive interventions in transgender women sex workers.
Poteat T, Wirtz AL, Radix A, et al

Lancet
. 2014 Jul 21.
Abstract

Understanding STI Risk and Condom Use Patterns by Partner Type Among Female Sex Workers in Peru.
Kinsler JJ, Blas MM, Cabral A, et al
Open AIDS J. 2014 May 30;8:17-20.
Abstract

'Just getting by': a cross-sectional study of male sex workers as a key population for HIV/STIs among men who have sex with men in Peru.
Bayer AM, Garvich M, Díaz DA,  et al 
Sex Transm Infect. 2014 Jan 3.
Abstract

When Sex Work Becomes Your Everything: The Complex Linkages Between Economy and Affection Among Male Sex Workers in Peru.
Bayer AM, Garvich M, Díaz DA, et al

Am J Mens Health
. 2013 Dec 23.

Abstract

FULL-TEXT ARTICLE
Reaching the Unreachable: Providing STI Control Services to Female Sex Workers via Mobile Team Outreach.
Campos PE, Buffardi AL, Cárcamo CP, et al
PLoS One
. 2013 Nov 25;8(11):e81041.
Paper

FULL-TEXT ARTICLE
Genital Tract Infections, Bacterial Vaginosis, HIV, and Reproductive Health Issues among Lima-Based Clandestine Female Sex Workers.
Perla ME, Ghee AE, Sánchez S,  et al

Infect Dis Obstet Gynecol
. 2012;2012:739624.
Paper

Oral sex practices, oral human papillomavirus and correlations between oral and cervical human papillomavirus prevalence
among female sex workers in Lima, Peru.

Brown B, Blas MM, Cabral A,  et al
Int J STD AIDS. 2011 Nov;22(11):655-8.
Abstract

Diversity of commercial sex among men and male-born trans people in three Peruvian cities.
Nureña CR, Zúñiga M, Zunt J, et al
Cult
Health Sex. 2011 Nov;13(10):1207-21.
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


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