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Sex Workers and HIV Prevention
Sex workers are a very diverse group of people but they all face a high risk of HIV. Preventing HIV among sex workers not only keeps them and their clients healthy, it can reduce the spread of HIV on a national scale. However, 67 percent of countries have laws which hinder their access to HIV prevention.
If condoms are used correctly and consistently during paid sex, there is a low risk of HIV infection. Unfortunately, sex workers often lack condom awareness, access and the ability to negotiate use with clients. Regardless of whether paid sex is legal, efforts to empower sex workers and ensure that their rights are respected have been found to have a great impact on HIV prevention. Read more on our page here.
