Global data suggest trans women 49 times more likely to be HIV positive ...

[Jingthing]

than the general population.

Does anyone know the statistics in Thailand for that?

Trans women vs. gay men/MSM vs. general population?

As Thailand is justifiably world famous as the hub of LADY BOYS ... I'd say this particular topic is especially Thai relevant.

Of course it is well known that the majority of men having sex with Thai ladyboys are self identified as straight men, but that's another topic (done for days on the general forum here many times).

Of all populations affected by HIV worldwide, evidence suggests

that trans populations may be the most heavily burdened. Due

to stigma, neglect, and institutionalized discrimination, the HIV

response has largely failed to address the needs of trans people.

Achieving an AIDS-free generation will demand more effective,

sustained, rights-based programs for this at-risk population.

Globally, limited available

evidence suggests that trans women are 49 times more likely to

be living with HIV than the general population.7

http://www.amfar.org/uploadedFiles/_amfarorg/Articles/On_The_Hill/2014/IB%20Trans%20Population%20040114%20final.pdf

Edited April 25, 2014 by Jingthing