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From Exposure to Exploitation: Understanding How Child Pornography Exposure Influences Early Sexual Behaviour and Pathways Into Transactional Sexual Exploitation and Commercial Sexual Exploitation in Sub‐Saharan Africa

Public Health Challenges, Volume 5, Issue 2, June 2026.
This review examines how exposure to sexually explicit content among children in sub‐Saharan Africa contributes to early sexual behaviour and pathways into transactional sexual exploitation (informal exploitation) and commercial sexual exploitation (formal exploitation).
Sylvester Kyei‐Gyamfi
wiley   +1 more source

Mapping evidence on youth experiences and practices on partner notification for sexually transmitted infections in sub-Saharan Africa: scoping review. [PDF]

Front Reprod Health
Pule MK, Seretlo RJ, Oguntibeju OO, Lejone TI, Mokgatle MM.   +4 more
europepmc   +1 more source

Prevalence and Determinants of Condom Non‐Use During Last Sexual Encounter Among Unmarried Women of Reproductive Age in Tanzania: Findings From a National Survey

Public Health Challenges, Volume 5, Issue 2, June 2026.
Nearly one in five unmarried Tanzanian women did not use a condom during their last sexual encounter. Education, parity, and sexual behavior significantly influence non‐use, highlighting the need for targeted sexuality education and empowerment interventions to improve condom uptake and reduce STI and unintended pregnancy risks.
Fabiola V. Moshi, Jovin R. Tibenderana, Gloria Kagaruki, Khadija Haddy, Jomo Gimonge, Sanun Ally   +5 more
wiley   +1 more source

Pelvic Inflammatory Disease: A Narrative Review of Disparities Between Black and White Women in the United States and Strategies for Improvement. [PDF]

J Patient Cent Res Rev
Li L, Schlewitt J.
europepmc   +1 more source

Child Brides in Africa: A Narrative Review on Effects, Gaps, and Interventions

Public Health Challenges, Volume 5, Issue 2, June 2026.
Child marriage, defined as union before age 18, affects millions of girls across sub‐Saharan Africa, with Niger, Chad, Mali, Guinea, and Nigeria recording prevalence rates of 40–76%. This review synthesises evidence on the prevalence, sociocultural and economic drivers, and health, psychological, and social consequences of child marriage in Africa ...
Olaoye Damilola Quazeem, Onaho Pascal Oghenekaro, Durojaye Aishat Bisoye, Okoro Chidinma Peace, Akindele Folasade Diana, Aina Jesutosin Oluwadara, Dibia Ermesto Oluwafemi   +6 more
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A rapid molecular test for gonorrhea and chlamydia compared to Gram stain for symptomatic patients in a specialized STI clinic: a randomized controlled trial. [PDF]

Sex Transm Dis
Jarolimova J, Kong D, Sanders G, Shah P, Psaros C, Parker RA, Ard KL, Bassett IV, STI Rapid Testing Research Group (Nancy H Nicholson, CNP 1, Robert P Ober, FNP 1, Vitor G Cardoso, CNP 1, Diane G Kanjilal, CNP 1, Emily L Perriello, CNP 1, Daniel P Worrall, CNP 8).   +19 more
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Implementing a Co‐Produced Women's Health Programme in an Integrated Care System

Public Health Challenges, Volume 5, Issue 2, June 2026.
A co‐produced women's health programme is implemented within an integrated care system using a structured, six‐phase service improvement approach. Engagement with over 1200 participants identifies barriers, priorities, and service gaps. Findings inform the co‐design of five targeted service models.
Susan Conquer, Lizzie Mapplebeck, Annetta Bradshaw, Lisa Nobes, Camille Cronin   +4 more
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A Prospective Incidence Study on Sexually Transmitted Infections and HIV in Men Who Have Sex With Men, With or Without Use of Pre-exposure Prophylaxis. [PDF]

Open Forum Infect Dis
Jansen K, Crowell TA, Ottensmeyer PF, Esber AL, Steffen G, Jessen HK, Cordes C, Scholten S, Schneeweiss S, Brockmeyer NH, Spinner CD, Bickel M, Esser S, Baumgarten A, Stoehr A, Lehmann C, Vehreschild JJ, Mebrahtu T, Dorsey-Spitz J, Knorr A, Brillen AL, Pusnik J, Tiemann C, Michael NL, Robb ML, Streeck H.   +25 more
europepmc   +1 more source

Colliding Wars: A Systematic Review on HIV Responses in Conflict‐Affected Settings

Public Health Challenges, Volume 5, Issue 2, June 2026.
Armed conflicts heighten HIV vulnerability among adolescent girls, refugees and displaced populations through service disruptions and health system collapse. This systematic review of 17 studies identifies promising adaptive strategies like mobile clinics and emergency stock packs to sustain HIV care.
Mona Ibrahim, Alhadi Khogali, Eslam Sadeldin, Ethar Abosam, Yejide Okungbaye, Esther Osime, Mohammed F. Adam, Mohamed Elsheikh, Bothaina Eltigani, Janina Jochim, Maysoon Dahab, Rachel Yates, Lucie Cluver   +12 more
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Characteristics associated with frequent sexually transmitted infection (STI) testing in a community-based sample of gay, bisexual, and other men who have sex with men (GBMSM), United Kingdom, 2024. [PDF]

PLOS Glob Public Health
Findlater L, Baldry G, Harb AK, Mullen D, Phillips D, Buitendam E, Lowndes CM, Reid D, Mercer CH, Saunders J, Ogaz D, Mohammed H.   +11 more
europepmc   +1 more source