Sex work and health in a rural context: results of qualitative study undertaken in New South Wales

摘要: Abstract The paper reports health related findings of the first study undertaken rural sex workers in an income-rich nation. In-depth interviews were conducted with eighteen purposively selected women who work industry. Rural services have a unique structure which informs experiences workers. Recent advances telecommunications technology impacted upon organisation and industry environments. Notable has been growth escort areas, diversified from its traditional base brothel operations. general absence street prostitution settings meant that profile tends to resemble escorts or call girls urban settings, having relatively high level control over working conditions compliance public initiatives. Important issues impact include confidentiality more limited market for sexual likely be encountered settings. These may on terms risk practices access services.