Analysis of knowledge and related factors regarding hepatitis C prevention and treatment among female sex workers and men who have sex with men in the Xizang Autonomous Region.
Survey reveals low awareness of hepatitis C prevention and treatment in female sex workers and MSM, indicating urgent need for targeted education efforts.
Key Points
Awareness rates of hepatitis C prevention and treatment were 35.0% among FSW and 11.1% among MSM.
Higher education levels and self-perceived HCV risk positively correlated with awareness in FSW and MSM.
Negative factors like marital status and condom use during last commercial sex negatively influenced awareness.
Low overall awareness rates suggest a need for improved public health strategies targeting these populations.