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Contributions of the qualitative and participatory approach to the knowledge translation in the field of sexual health among the most vulnerable populations

We present a reflection about the contributions of the qualitative and participatory approach to the production of knowledge on sexual health of the most vulnerable populations and its translation into good practices. In this reflection we are based on a project of research-intervention on sexual health with sex workers and men who have sex with […]
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How to promote the production and translation of knowledge in participatory research? The experience of a project in the area of HIV / AIDS

A challenge in public health research has been to promote the use of scientific knowledge produced in action strategies, more effective, suitable, that brings effective health gains. The translation of knowledge has assumed critical importance for health research. In this article we intend to reflect on how we tried to promote the translation of knowledge in a participatory research […]
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HIV Research with Men who Have Sex with Men (MSM): Advantages and Challenges of Different Methods for Most Appropriately Targeting a Key Population

The difficulty in accessing hard-to-reach populations as men who have sex with men presents a dilemma for HIV surveillance as their omission from surveillance systems leaves significant gaps in our understanding of HIV/AIDS epidemics. Several methods for recruiting difficult-to-access populations and collecting data on trends of HIV prevalence and behavioural factors for surveillance and research […]
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Cruising Venues as a Context for HIV Risky Behavior Among Men Who Have Sex With Men

We examined differences in sexual risk behaviors, HIV prevalence, and demographic characteristics between men who have sex with men (MSM) who visit different types of venues to meet sexual partners, and identified correlates of high-risk behaviors. A cross-sectional behavioral survey was conducted with a venue-based sample of 1011 MSM in Portugal. Overall, 36.3 % of MSM […]
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HIV Infection, risk factors and health services use among male-to-female transgender sex workers: a cross-sectional study in Portugal

Male-to-female transgender sex workers (TSW) have been identified as a key population at risk for HIV. This study examined risk behaviors and HIV prevalence among TSW, and described health services use. A participatory cross-sectional survey was conducted with 125 TSW recruited in locations and networks where sex workers congregate. HIV-risk behaviors were common among participants. […]
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