Browsing by Subject "Condoms"

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      HIV and syphilis knowledge, perceptions, and practices among Myanmar migrant workers in Samut Sakhon Province, Thailand 

      Paloga, Alfrison; Arthan, Dumrongkiet; Maneekan, Pannamas; Kitcharoen, Patreeya; Wattanapisit, Apichai; Paratthakonkun, Chirawat; Phuanukoonnon, Suparat; Tun, Shoon Lei Nyan Wai; Soonthornworasiri, Ngamphol (2022-11-28)

      Background: Thailand has been one of the largest migration hubs in Southeast Asia for the past four decades and keeps attracting migrants from neighboring countries. Due to difficulties associated with their status, migration can place individuals at a heightened risk for sexually transmitted diseases. This study aimed to examine factors influencing HIV and syphilis preventive behaviors among Myanmar migrants in Samut Sakhon, Thailand. Methods: A cross-sectional mixed-method study was conducted among Myanmar migrants aged 18 years and above ...
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      A total market approach for condoms in Myanmar: the need for the private, public and socially marketed sectors to work together for a sustainable condom market for HIV prevention 

      Htat, Han Win; Longfield, Kim; Mundy, Gary; Win, Zaw; Montagu, Dominic (2015-03-09)

      Background: Concerns about appropriate pricing strategies and the high market share of subsidized condoms prompted Population Services International (PSI)/Myanmar to adopt a total market approach (TMA). This article presents data on the size and composition of the Myanmar condom market, identifies inefficiencies and recommends methods for better targeting public subsidy. Methodology: Data on condom need and condom use came from PSI/Myanmar’s (PSI/M’s) behavioural surveys; data for key populations’ socioeconomic status profiles came from the ...