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Describing the effect of COVID-19 on sexual and healthcare-seeking behaviours of men who have sex with men in three counties in Kenya: a cross-sectional study

Souradet Y. Shaw
Jeffrey Walimbwa
Michael Pickles
Japheth Kioko
Faran Emmanuel
Martin K. Ongaro
Janet Musimbi
Mary Mugambi
Marissa Becker
Kennedy Olango
Shajy Isac
Stella Leung
Robert Lorway
James P. Blanchard
Jeffery C. S. Biegun
Lisa Lazarus
Samuel Kuria
Sharmistha Mishra
Helgar Musyoki
Parinita Bhattacharjee

20241 citationOpen accessTechnical University of Mombasa

Abstract

The results of this study demonstrate heterogeneity in participants' access to preventative HIV and clinical care services in Kenya after the onset of the COVID-19 epidemic. These results indicate the importance of responding to specific needs of MSM and adapting programmes during times of crisis.

Research topics

HIV/AIDS Research and Interventions
HIV, Drug Use, Sexual Risk
Adolescent Sexual and Reproductive Health

Sustainable Development Goals

Good Health and Well-being

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DOI: 10.1136/sextrans-2024-056105

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