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Regional
 

    Conference Reports, Abstracts, and Posters
 
  The use of periodic presumptive treatment (PPT) of sexually transmitted infections (STIs)
as an STI control measure with female sex workers (FSWs):recent experience in the Asia
and Pacific region
Neilsen G., Steen R., Wi T., Mccormick D.
 (XVI International AIDS Conference)
 Abstract
Australia
 
    Journal Papers, Abstracts, and Commentaries

 
Drug dependence and associated risks among female street-based sex workers in the greater
Sydney area, Australia.
Roxburgh A, Degenhardt L, Copeland J, et al
Subst Use Misuse. 2008;43(8):1202-17.
 Abstract

FULL TEXT PDF ARTICLE
Sexual health care for sex workers.
Esler D, Ooi C, Merritt T.  
Aust Fam Physician. 2008 Jul;37(7):590-2.
 Paper
 
A WEEK-IN-REVIEW FEATURED REPORT
FULL-TEXT PDF ARTICLE
Posttraumatic stress disorder among female street-based sex workers in the greater Sydney area,
Australia.
Roxburgh A, Degenhardt L, Copeland J. 
BMC Psychiatry. 2006 May 24;6(1):24
 Paper
 
Demographic, migration status, and work-related changes in Asian female sex workers surveyed in
Sydney, 1993 and 2003.
Pell C, Dabbhadatta J, Harcourt C, et al 
Aust N Z J Public Health. 2006 Apr;30(2):157-62.
 Abstract
 
The incidence of sexually transmitted infections among frequently screened sex workers in a
decriminalised and regulated system in Melbourne.
Lee DM, Binger A, Hocking J, Fairley CK. 
Sex Transm Infect. 2005 Oct;81(5):434-6.
 Abstract
 
FULL-TEXT ARTICLE
 Drug use and risk behaviours among injecting drug users: a comparison between sex workers and
non-sex workers in Sydney, Australia.
Roxburgh A, Degenhardt L, Breen C.
Harm Reduct J. 2005 Jun 6;2(1):7.  
Paper
 
The many faces of sex work.
Harcourt C, Donovan B.  
Sex Transm Infect. 2005 Jun;81(3):201-6.
 Abstract

Knowledge, risk perceptions and condom usage in male sex workers from three  
Australian cities.
Minichiello V, Marino R, Browne J.  
AIDS Care 2001 Jun;13(3):387-402
Abstract

   
  Male sex workers in three Australian cities: socio-demographic and sex work
characteristics.
Minichiello V, Marino R, Browne J, et al
 J Homosex 2001;42(1):29-51
Abstract

    Conference Reports, Abstracts, and Posters
 
 
POWERPOINT POSTER PRESENTATION
 HIV prevention strategies within the Australian sex worker population - an overview of successful
implementation
R. Wotton
 (XVII International AIDS Conference)
 Poster

Achieving competency based assessment and training of Australian HIV peer educators
of sex workers
A Wylie
 (15IAC)
 Abstract

The relationship between street-based sex workers and the police in the effectiveness of HIV
prevention strategies
R Wotton, M F McMahon
 (15IAC)
 Abstract
 
Is there a bias among the informed toward HIV+ sex workers?
K Robinson, M McMahon
 (15IAC)
 Abstract
Bali
 

    Journal Papers, Abstracts, and Commentaries

  The Bali STD/AIDS study: human papillomavirus infection among female sex workers.
Ford K, Reed BD, Wirawan DN, et al
Int J STD AIDS. 2003 Oct;14(10):681-7
 Abstracts
Indonesia
 

     Journal Papers, Abstracts, and Commentaries

 
HIV, syphilis infection, and sexual practices among transgenders, male sex workers,
and other men who have sex with men in Jakarta, Indonesia.
Pisani E, Girault P, Gultom M, Sukartini N, et al  
Sex Transm Infect. 2004 Dec;80(6):536-40.
 Abstract

Sexually Transmitted Infections Among Female Sex Workers in Kupang, Indonesia:
Searching for a Screening Algorithm to Detect Cervical Gonococcal and Chlamydial
Infections.
Davies SC, Otto B, Partohudoyo S,et al 
Sex Transm Dis. 2003 Sep;30(9):671-679.
Abstract
 
Syphilis and HIV prevalence among commercial sex workers in Central Java, Indonesia:
risk-taking behavior and attitudes that may potentiate a wider epidemic.
Sugihantono A, Slidell M, Syaifudin A, et al
 AIDS Patient Care STDS. 2003 Nov;17(11):595-600.
Abstract
 
The Bali STD/AIDS Study: Evaluation of an Intervention for Sex Workers.
Ford K, Wirawan DN, Reed BD, et al. 
Sex Transm Dis 2002 Jan;29(1):50-58
Abstract

    Conference Reports, Abstracts, and Posters

  Experience in Restoring Family Support and Self Reliance for Waria (transvestite) Sex
Workers in Makassar, Indonesia
I Gunawan, A Halim
 (15IAC)
 Abstract
 
The impact of mass media and non mass media exposure on condom use and treatment
seeking behaviour among female sex workers and male clients in Indonesia
(15IAC)
C Prabawanti, P Riono
 Abstract
Java
 
    Journal Papers, Abstracts, and Commentaries
 
  Syphilis and HIV prevalence among commercial sex workers in Central Java, Indonesia:
risk-taking behavior and attitudes that may potentiate a wider epidemic.
Sugihantono A, Slidell M, Syaifudin A, et al
 AIDS Patient Care STDS. 2003 Nov;17(11):595-600.
Abstract
New Guinea
 

    Journal Papers, Abstracts, and Commentaries
 
  Application of Respondent Driven Sampling to Collect Baseline Data on FSWs and MSM
for HIV Risk Reduction Interventions in Two Urban Centres in Papua New Guinea.
Yeka W, Maibani-Michie G, Prybylski D, Colby D.  
J Urban Health. 2006 Oct 26
 Abstract
 
High Prevalence of Sexually Transmitted Infections Among Female Sex Workers in
the Eastern Highlands Province of Papua New Guinea: Correlates and Recommendations.
Gare J, Lupiwa T, Suarkia DL, et al 
Sex Transm Dis. 2005 Aug;32(8):466-473.
 Abstract
The Philippines
 

    Journal Papers, Abstracts, and Commentaries

 
Promoting HIV Testing and Condom Use Among Filipina Commercial Sex Workers: Findings from a Quasi-Experimental
Intervention Study.
Chiao C, Morisky DE, Ksobiech K, Malow RM, et al 
AIDS Behav. 2008 Jun 10.
 Abstract
 
The role of a regular sex partner in sexually transmitted infections and reinfections: results from
the study of female entertainment establishment workers in the Philippines.
Chiao C, Morisky DE.
Sex Transm Dis. 2007 Aug;34(8):534-40.
 Abstract

The Relationship Between HIV Sexually Transmitted Infection Risk and Alcohol Use During
Commercial Sex Episodes: Results From the Study of Female Commercial Sex Workers in
the Philippines.
Chiao C, Morisky DE, Rosenberg R, et al 
Subst Use Misuse. 2006;41(10):1509-33.
 Abstract

    Conference Reports, Abstracts, and Posters

 
“Forced prostitution” in the case of Nepal: Distinguishing between “sex work” and “sex trafficking” in
conditions of poverty and violent conflict
ME Worthen
(136 APHA)
 Abstract
 
Exploring Factors Associated with Sexual Behavior Change among Filipina Commercial Sex
Workers: Findings from A Quasi-Experimental Intervention Study
C Chiao, DM Morisky, K Ksobiech,  R Malow
 (135 APHA)
 Abstract

Sex workers’ identity, status, roles, awareness of AIDS and behavior: a case when
prostitution becomes a community industry
 Sansait JR
 (XVI International AIDS Conference)
 Abstract

Drivers of the HIV epidemic among female sex workers in the Philippines
Roxas J.I.
 (XVI International AIDS Conference)
 Abstract
 
Drivers of the HIV epidemic among female sex workers in the Philippines
Zablan Z., Ogena N.
 (XVI International AIDS Conference)
 Abstract
 
Sexual risk among female commercial sex workers (FCSWs), the customer’s alcohol/drug
intoxication status
D Morisky, C Chiao, RK. Rosenberg, et al
 (133 APHA)
 Abstract
Vanuatu
 

    Conference Reports, Abstracts, and Posters
 
  Survey of female sex workers in Vanuatu
 J. Gold, S. Bulu, T. Sladden, T. Kwarteng
(XVI International AIDS Conference)
 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.
Arch Sex Behav 2001 Jun;30(3):273-86
 Abstract

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