Authors: Thomas H. Riess, Maryline M. Achieng’, Samuel Otieno, J. O. Ndinya-Achola, Robert C. Bailey
DOI: 10.1371/journal.pone.0012366
Abstract Summary
Male circumcision reduces HIV transmission by ~60%, but concerns exist about risk compensation. Interviews with 30 circumcised Kenyan men showed most maintained or improved safe sex practices—increasing condom use and reducing partners. A minority engaged in riskier behaviors. When combined with counseling and HIV testing, circumcision can promote positive behavioral change.
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Study of 30 Kenyan men found most maintained or improved safe sex practices after circumcision, with only a minority engaging in riskier behavior, suggesting circumcision programs with counseling don’t increase HIV risk.
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