Uptake and correlates of chlamydia and gonorrhea testing among female sex workers in Southern China: a cross-sectional study.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Female sex workers (FSW) are highly susceptible to chlamydia and gonorrhea infection. However, there is limited literature examining their testing uptake to date. This study aimed to assess the uptake and determinants of chlamydia and gonorrhea testing among FSW in Southern China.

Methods

A cross-sectional study with convenience sampling was performed in five cities in Southern China. Data on socio-demographic characteristics, sexual behaviors, chlamydia and gonorrhea testing, and the utilization of health care services from participants were collected through face-to-face interviews. Univariate and multivariable logistic regressions were used to determine factors associated with chlamydia and gonorrhea testing, respectively.

Results

Overall, 1207 FSWs were

SUBMITTER: Zhao PZ 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC8320049 | biostudies-literature | 2021 Jul

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature