Determinants and consequences of heavy episodic drinking among female sex workers in Ethiopia: A respondent-driven sampling study.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Female sex workers (FSW), due to their working conditions, have an increased likelihood of heavy episodic drinking (HED), which is associated with risky sexual behavior. Nevertheless the specific contribution of HED to risky sexual behavior among FSWs in Ethiopia is not well documented for prevention activities.

Objective

The purpose of this study was to explore the determinants and consequences of HED among FSWs in Ethiopia.

Methods

A cross-sectional study using respondent-driven sampling was conducted among 4886 FSWs in 11 major towns in Ethiopia in 2014. A structured interview was performed, and data were examined using descriptive statistics and multiple logistic regression analyses.

Results

Most (66%) FSWs consumed alcohol, and the prevalence of

SUBMITTER: Amogne MD 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC8162625 | biostudies-literature | 2021

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature