Unveiling the dynamics of HIV transmission among young homosexual and bisexual men in Korea.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Despite the relatively low prevalence of HIV/AIDS in Korea, the incidence of HIV is steadily increasing, centering on same-sex sexual contact among men in their 20s and 30s. However, in Korean society, where acceptance of homosexuality is low, LGBTQ + research is lacking and there is little empirical data on HIV transmission. This study explored the context in which anal intercourse occurs among male sexual minorities in Korea.

Methods

Data were collected by conducting a web survey targeting paid members of Korea's largest homosexuality portal site (n = 941). The dependent variable was whether anal intercourse was preferred, and the major independent variables were health behavior, health status, and sexual behavioral characteristics.

Results

Those who repo

SUBMITTER: Jung M 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC11837428 | biostudies-literature | 2025 Feb

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature