Commercial sex and its consequences: historical excursion of the problem

Abstract

Data on syphilis and sexually transmitted diseases (STD) in Tomsk starting from the late 19th century are presented. The state of medical inspection of prostitution and organization of hospitals for STD patients are reviewed in the historic aspect. Statistical data on the current situation with STD and results of questionnaire survey of sex workers in Tomsk are presented.

Keywords

• проституция
• врачебный надзор
• коммерческие секс-работники
• венерические болезни
• сифилис