| The social dynamics of prostitution render prostitutes unable at times
to meet basic human needs, vulnerable to violence, and at risk for sexually
transmitted disease. Since April 1989 a mobile van from a private foundation
has been contacting prostitutes throughout the five boroughs of New York
City to provide HIV testing and counseling and to distribute condoms, bleach
kits for cleaning needles, and HIV prevention information. Data collected
from 1,963 female prostitutes are discussed in this article. Information
is provided on demographics, family and living arrangements, sex and drug
practices, HIV status and risk reduction practices, and health history.
Methods are discussed for social workers to develop creative ways to provide
outreach and develop relationships with a vulnerable population that invests
much effort in remaining concealed.
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PMID: 8560324 [PubMed - indexed for MEDLINE] |
