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Poster Presentations
Category: STIs in special groups
P213 Pro(tect) service – engaging with male sex workers
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  1. Sarah Stockwell1,
  2. Gillian Dean1,
  3. Mark Tweed2,
  4. Tom Boyt2
  1. 1Brighton and Sussex University Hospitals NHS Trust, Brighton, UK
  2. 2Terrance Higgins Trust, Brighton, UK

Abstract

Background/introduction Pro(TECT), a bespoke service for male sex workers (MSW), was launched in June 2014 by THT to engage with local high-risk MSM. Motivational interviewing (MI) is used to explore behaviour change; clients are offered a wide range of support to improve sexual health and reduce onward STI/HIV transmission. Analysis of behaviour and service evaluation was performed at 6 months.

Methods All clients (15) completed an online survey regarding sexual practices, drug/alcohol use and experience of the service.

Results In the last 12 months: 70% reported insertive UAI; 40% receptive UAI; 36% diagnosed with an STI; 29% HIV positive; 21% injected drugs; 43% under the influence of drugs/alcohol while selling sex; 33% self-harmed in last 12 months.

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Feedback on MI sessions (33 interventions)

Conclusions Unprotected sex is common among MSW. Early MI results show good improvement in knowledge and risk taking behaviour. High levels of drug/alcohol use and self-harm require close links to mental health services. Pro(TECT) is unique in accessing this ‘hard-to-reach’ population and offers a holistic service of harm reduction.

http://dx.doi.org/10.1136/sextrans-2015-052126.257

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