Lives at the Margins: Health Experiences and Challenges of Female Sex Workers | AGPH Books

Book Title: Lives at the Margins: Health Experiences and Challenges of Female Sex Workers | AGPH Books

Lives at the Margins: Health Experiences and Challenges of Female Sex Workers is a compelling and thought-provoking exploration of the health realities faced by one of the most vulnerable and stigmatized populations in society. Moving beyond stereotypes and assumptions, this book provides an evidence-based and human-centered examination of the social, economic, cultural, and structural factors that shape the health experiences of female sex workers.

The book explores a wide range of health issues, including sexual and reproductive health, sexually transmitted infections, HIV prevention and care, mental health challenges, substance use, occupational risks, violence, trauma, and access to healthcare services. It highlights how stigma, discrimination, criminalization, poverty, gender inequality, and social exclusion can create barriers to health, safety, and well-being.

Through an interdisciplinary lens, the text demonstrates that health outcomes are influenced not only by individual behaviors but also by broader social and structural determinants. A distinctive feature of this book is its emphasis on lived experiences and the voices of female sex workers themselves. By examining personal narratives, community perspectives, and public health evidence, the book provides a deeper understanding of the resilience, coping strategies, and challenges encountered by women working in diverse contexts.

It also explores the role of healthcare professionals, community organizations, policymakers, and advocacy groups in promoting health equity and reducing disparities. Designed for nurses, public health practitioners, social workers, psychologists, researchers, students, educators, and policymakers, this book bridges academic inquiry and practical action.

More than a study of health challenges, it is an examination of human dignity, social justice, and the right to equitable healthcare. By fostering awareness, empathy, and informed dialogue, the book contributes to a more inclusive understanding of health and encourages evidence-based approaches to supporting marginalized populations.

About The Publisher:

AGPH Books is a professional self-book publishing house based in Central India, specializing in academic, professional, fiction, and non-fiction books in print, digital, and audio formats. The publishing house produces textbooks, research and reference works, biographies, self-help titles, children's books, literary fiction, poetry, and general interest publications. With a transparent publishing process and strong digital distribution, AGPH Books ensures global availability through Google Books, Amazon, Flipkart, and its official website store, supporting authors and institutions in reaching a wide and diverse readership.