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Prevalence and Incidence of Syphilis Among South American Transgender Sex Workers in Northern Italy

Thu, 06/07/2007 - 10:57am — lmdickey

Publication Type:

Journal Article

Authors:

Saleri, N.; Graifemberghi, S.; El Hamad, I.; Minelli, A.; Magri, S.; Matteelli, A.

Source:

Sexually Transmitted Diseases, Volume 33, Number 5, p.334 (2006)

ISBN:

0148-5717

Accession Number:

20991670

Abstract:

The article describes the prevalence and incidence of syphilis and HIV among South American male to female (MTF) transgender persons in Brescia, Northern Italy. It reports on the high prevalence of syphilis among MTF transgender prostitutes in Italy. The increasing rates of syphilis raise concern about the potential increase in HIV incidence.

Notes:

Vol. 33 Issue 5, p334-335 3p

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