Lifetime sexual violence among transgender women and travestis (TGW) in Brazil: Prevalence and associated factors.

Bruna Hentges Rafael Steffens Martins Jonatan da Rosa Pereira da Silva Dariana Pimentel Gomes Hübner Andrea Fachel Leal Luciana Barcellos Teixeira Daniela Riva Knauth Maria Amelia de Sousa Mascena Veras

Published in: Revista brasileira de epidemiologia = Brazilian journal of epidemiology (2024)

The high prevalence of sexual violence, analyzed together with the actions of the victims, indicates a context of high vulnerability and low institutional support. In this scenario, violence can be exacerbated, resulting in severe health consequences.

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mental health
intimate partner violence
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climate change
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pregnancy outcomes
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antiretroviral therapy