Knowledge, attitude, and preventive behaviors related to HIV/AIDS and sexually transmitted infections among Myanmar migrants in Chiang Mai province, Thailand.

ABSTRACT:

Introduction

Despite progress in controlling HIV/AIDS and STIs, these health challenges persist, with 39.9 million people living with HIV in 2023 and more than 350 million affected by STIs annually. Thailand is a major migrant hub in Southeast Asia. This study investigated the factors influencing preventive behaviors related to HIV/AIDS and STIs among Myanmar migrants in Chiang Mai province, Thailand.

Methods

A cross-sectional study was conducted in 2023 among 424 Myanmar migrants aged 18-45 years. Participants were selected through convenience sampling from a local hospital and community gathering locations in Chiang Mai province. Multiple logistic regression analysis was used to identify factors influencing preventive behaviors.

Results

The participants' average age

SUBMITTER: Thant KS 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC11631854 | biostudies-literature | 2024

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature