<b>Objectives:</b> To measure the risk of preterm delivery, premature rupture membranes, infant low birth weight and mortality, by a population-based retrospective cohort study using Washington State certificate data. <b>Methods:</b> All women diagnosed with <i>Chlamydia trachomatis</i> infection (n = 851), noted check box on from 2003, randomly selected sample not <i>C 3404) were identified. assess RR between chlamydia pregnancy outcomes, multivariable logistic regression analysis was used....

Background Although many men who have sex with (MSM) in Peru are unaware of their HIV status, they frequent users the Internet, and can be approached by that medium for promotion testing. Methods We conducted an online randomized controlled trial to compare effect HIV-testing motivational videos versus standard public health text, both offered through a gay website. The were customized two audiences based on self-identification: either or non-gay men. outcomes evaluated 'intention get...

Approximately 291 million women worldwide are HPV DNA carriers. Studies have indicated that having multiple sexual partners may lead to higher transmission. Thus female sex workers (FSWs) be at greater risk of infection compared the general population. Herein we review publications with data on FSW cervical test results. We also examine variations prevalence and behaviors by region. Knowledge prevalent types in FSWs improved prevention measures assist understanding vaccination high-risk...

Background Human Papilloma Virus (HPV) infection is the most common sexually transmitted viral worldwide. HPV highly prevalent in active men who have sex with (MSM) and has been associated anal cancer, penile oropharyngeal cancer. Methods From March to September 2011, we conducted a cross-sectional study of prevalence among MSM above age 18 years. Participants were recruited using respondent driven sampling at Clinica Cayetano Heredia. All participants provided anal, genital, oral samples...

Aim To explore indigenous communities’ responses to the COVID-19 pandemic and its consequences for maternal neonatal health (MNH) care in Peruvian Amazon. Methods Mamás del Río is a community-based, MNH programme with comprehensive supervision covering monthly meetings community workers (CHW), leaders facilities. With onset of lockdown, supervisors made telephone calls discuss measures against COVID-19, governmental support, CHW activities communities provision preparedness at As part...

Isolates cases and groups of patients co-infected with human T cell lymphotropic virus type I (HTLV-I) Norwegian scabies have been previously reported. Peru is considered to be endemic for HTLV-I. Between June 1999 December 2000, 23 were enrolled in this study after written informed consent was obtained. Antibodies against HTLV-I detected by an enzyme-linked immunosorbent assay confirmatory Western blot. Patients ranged age from 3 months 84 years; 15 (65.2%) female. Infection found 16...

Background Men who have sex with men (MSM) account for the greatest burden of HIV epidemic in Peru. Given that MSM are frequent users Internet, understanding risk behaviors and reasons not getting tested among surf Internet may improve tailoring future online behavioral interventions. Methods From October 2007 to April 2008, we conducted an survey seven Peruvian gay websites. Results We received 1,481 surveys, 1,301 which were included analysis. The median age participants was 22.5 years...

Background Men who have sex with men (MSM) the highest HIV prevalence in Peru, yet they are underserved by traditional preventive programs. In Internet and mobile phones emerged as an effective convenient tool to reach this population. Methods Findings From October 2010 February 2011, we conducted eight focus groups gay identified MSM (closeted out-of-the-closet) self-identified heterosexual order identify key features preferences be used tailor culturally-appropriate messages that could...

A growing number of low- and middle-income country (LMIC) institutions have developed implemented formal programs to support mentorship. Although the individual-level benefits mentorship are well established, such activities can also sustainably build institutional capacity, bridge inequities in health care, catalyze scientific advancement. To date, however, evaluation these remains limited, representing an important gap our understanding about impact mentoring. Without rigorous ongoing...

HIV is one of the biggest infectious killers worldwide, causing 8,000 deaths a day in 2005 [1]. In Latin America, an estimated 1.8 million people are living with [1], and 2005, about 66,000 died AIDS 200,000 were newly infected [1]. In Peru, HIV/AIDS epidemic has largely been concentrated among men who have sex (MSM) female workers [2,3]. The seroprevalence rate for MSM 10%–22% [3–5], compared to 0.1%–0.4% general population [6]. prevalence other sexually transmitted infections (STIs)...

Background In rural areas of the Loreto region within Peruvian Amazon, maternal mortality rate is above national average and majority women deliver at home without care from a trained health provider. Methods To develop community-tailored videos that could be used for future interventions, we conducted Photovoice digital storytelling workshops with community workers (CHW) mothers 13 communities in Parinari district. Through recognized local barriers to healthy pregnancies. Participants (n =...

Among Peruvian women, cervical cancer is the leading cause of death from in women reproductive age and has second highest incidence all cancers (behind breast cancer).1Bruni L Albero G Serrano B et al.ICO/IARC Information Centre on HPV Cancer (HPV Centre). Human Papillomavirus related diseases Peru. Summary report.https://hpvcentre.net/statistics/reports/PER.pdfDate: Dec 10, 2018Date accessed: February 20, 2019Google Scholar The coastal capital, Lima, home to country's National Institute...

<b>Objectives:</b> In Peru, current interventions in high-risk men who have sex with (MSM) reach a limited number of this population because they rely solely on peer education. The objective study was to assess the use internet as an alternative tool access population. <b>Methods:</b> Two nearly identical banner ads—both advertising online survey but only one offering free HIV/syphilis tests and condoms—were displayed randomly Peruvian gay website. <b>Results:</b> inclusion health incentive...

Few data exist on oral human papillomavirus (HPV) prevalence in female sex workers (FSWs). Information regarding practices of 185 Peruvian FSWs, 18-26 years age, was obtained via survey and compared with HPV testing results rinse samples. Oral 14/185 (7.6%); four (28.9%) genotypes were carcinogenic. One hundred eighty-two participants reported having had sex; 95% condom use during clients 9.5% partners. Women who more than three times their partners the past month likely to have women or...

Background Several studies have assessed the epidemiology of HPV infection among MSM, but no qualitative specifically how and genital warts (GW) affect South American men who sex with (MSM) male-to-female transgendered women (TG). This study explored knowledge, attitudes experiences Peruvian MSM TG regarding GW. Methods We performed a consisting fifteen in-depth interviews three focus groups carried out in Lima, Peru diverse groups, including workers. Resulting data were analyzed by applying...

The objective of this study is to identify features and content that short message service (SMS) should have in order motivate HIV testing among men who sex with (MSM) Lima, Peru.From October, 2010 February, 2011, we conducted focus groups at two stages; six were explore SMS additional tailor content. text messages elaborated within the theoretical framework Information-Motivation-Behavioral Skills model Social Support Theory.A total 62 individuals participated groups. mean age participants...

Home birth is very common in the Peruvian Amazon. In rural areas of Loreto region, home to indigenous populations such as Kukama-Kukamiria, takes place at constantly. This study aims understand preference for births well childbirth and newborn care practices among Kukama-Kukamiria women Loreto. Following a case approach, sixty semi-structured, face-to-face interviews were conducted with recent mothers who experienced within one year prior interview, female relatives had role childbirth, male...

Background In an earlier study, we detected association between human T-cell lymphotropic virus (HTLV) infection and cervical papillomavirus (HPV) in indigenous Amazonian Peruvian women of the Shipibo-Konibo ethnic group. As both HTLV HPV can be transmitted sexually, now report a population-based study examining prevalence risk factors for HTLV-1 HTLV-2 this population. Methods Between July December 2010, conducted comprehensive screening among 15 to 39 years age living two communities...

Infections with HTLV-1 and -2 were detected in 12 (1.9%) 6 (0.9%) indigenous individuals living 27 Amazonian villages Peru. All infections occurred Shipibo-Konibo people. HTLV was more common among participants distant from larger port cities women non-monogamous sexual partners.

Female sex workers (FSWs) are at high risk of human papillomavirus (HPV) infection. Questionnaires were administered to 200 FSWs aged 18–26 years in Lima, Peru, gather behaviours, and cervical swab samples collected for Pap smears HPV DNA testing as part a longitudinal study. Participants reported median 120 clients the past month, 99.2% using condoms with clients. The prevalence any was 66.8%; 34 (17.1%) participants had prevalent 16 or 18, 92 (46.2%) one more oncogenic types. Fifteen women...

While brothel-based sex work is regulated by the Peruvian government, there little data on STI risk factors reported female workers (FSW). This study compared high behaviors among 120 FSW from government brothels with both clients and non-commercial partners. Our found that 12% of unprotected vaginal (compared to 75% partners), 42% anal 87% partners). Group differences were observed in expectation have oral (32% for partners vs 60% clients; p<0.01), a history (65% 32% p<0.01) same (46% 25%...

Essential newborn care (ENC) covers optimal breastfeeding, thermal care, and hygienic cord care. These practices are fundamental to save lives. Despite neonatal mortality remaining high in some parts of Peru, no comprehensive data on ENC is available. We sought estimate the prevalence assess differences between facility home births remote Peruvian Amazon.