Publication:

Effectiveness of self-care interventional package in promoting sexual health among female sex workers registered with selected NGOs of Chandigarh

Background Female sex workers who receive money and goods in exchange for sex They multiple sex partners and hence are vulnerable population and is highly susceptible for acquiring sexually transmitted infections with HIV. Such vulnerability may result in poor sexual health of the female sex workers.

Methods A randomized controlled trial was conducted for the promotion of sexual health among FSW registered with NGO. Randomization was done by lottery method. Interviews were conducted with Interview Schedule for baseline assessment and interventional package administered to experimental group. End-line assessment was conducted to assess the effect of selfcare interventional package.

Results After implementation of self-care interventional package there was improvement in knowledge and reduction in unsafe sexual practices.

Conclusions The self-care interventional package was effective in improving sexual health.