Soon to be a complete guide for gay and waria health in Bali, check out what we have so far in the sections below!
HIV
HIV is the human immunodeficiency virus. It is the virus that can lead to acquired immune deficiency syndrome, or AIDS.
In Indonesia HIV is concentrated in key population groups, especially gay men, transgender women, sex workers, people who inject drugs and prisoners. Unfortunately detailed information on the exact extent of the HIV infection in Bali is hard to find, but from the information we have, over 20% of gay guys are HIV positive in Bali and over 50% of transgender women
HIV IS THE MOST PRESSING HEALTH CONCERN FOR GAY AND TRANSGENDER PEOPLE IN BALI
HIV TESTING
Knowing your HIV status is vital to protect your health, and the health of the people you love. People can live with HIV for years before having any symptoms, the only way to be sure of your status is to have an HIV test.
SEXUALLY TRANSMITTED INFECTIONS
Sexually transmitted infections (STIs) are any infection of condition that can be passed from person to person during sexual contact. STIs can be spread through vaginal, oral or anal sex as well as through foreplay or sharing sex toys. Some STIs are spread through body fluids (blood, vaginal fluid, semen or cum, pre-cum and saliva) while other STIs are spread through skin to skin contact. Some STIs can also be transmitted through non-sexual activities such as sharing needles.
HIV TESTING
Knowing your HIV status is vital to protect your health, and the health of the people you love. People can live with HIV for years before having any symptoms, the only way to be sure of your status is to have an HIV test.