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Published in: AIDS and Behavior 9/2016

01-09-2016 | Original Paper

Recent HIV Testing Among Young Men Who Have Sex with Men in Bangkok and Chiang Mai: HIV Testing and Prevention Strategies Must Be Enhanced in Thailand

Authors: Lisa G. Johnston, Mara C. Steinhaus, Justine Sass, Petchsri Sirinirund, Catherine Lee, Patchara Benjarattanaporn, Robert Gass

Published in: AIDS and Behavior | Issue 9/2016

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Abstract

HIV infection among men who have sex with men, particularly in Thai urban settings and among younger cohorts, is escalating. HIV testing and counseling (HTC) are important for prevention and obtaining treatment and care. We examine data from a 2013 survey of males, 15–24 years, reporting past-year sex with a male and living in Bangkok or Chiang Mai. Almost three quarters of young MSM (YMSM) in Bangkok and only 27 % in Chiang Mai had an HIV test in the previous year. Associations for HIV testing varied between cities, although having employment increased the odds of HIV testing for both cities. In Bangkok, family knowledge of same sex attraction and talking to parents/guardians about HIV/AIDS had higher odds of HIV testing. Expanded HTC coverage is needed for YMSM in Chiang Mai. All health centers providing HTC, including those targeting MSM, need to address the specific needs of younger cohorts.
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Metadata
Title
Recent HIV Testing Among Young Men Who Have Sex with Men in Bangkok and Chiang Mai: HIV Testing and Prevention Strategies Must Be Enhanced in Thailand
Authors
Lisa G. Johnston
Mara C. Steinhaus
Justine Sass
Petchsri Sirinirund
Catherine Lee
Patchara Benjarattanaporn
Robert Gass
Publication date
01-09-2016
Publisher
Springer US
Published in
AIDS and Behavior / Issue 9/2016
Print ISSN: 1090-7165
Electronic ISSN: 1573-3254
DOI
https://doi.org/10.1007/s10461-016-1336-7

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