Variations in Perceptions of Mpox and Their Impact on Sexual Practices Among Gay, Bisexual, and Other Men Who Have Sex with Men in Beijing and Hong Kong - Takeaways - MDSpire

Variations in Perceptions of Mpox and Their Impact on Sexual Practices Among Gay, Bisexual, and Other Men Who Have Sex with Men in Beijing and Hong Kong

  • By

  • Lijuan Wang

  • Siyu Chen

  • Yanjie Gao

  • Fuk-yuen Yu

  • Yuan Fang

  • Haifeng Ding

  • Xinge Li

  • Yingjie Liu

  • Zihuang Chen

  • Zhennan Li

  • Phoenix K. H. Mo

  • Zixin Wang

  • March 13, 2026

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    Mpox is a zoonotic viral disease primarily affecting gay, bisexual, and other men who have sex with men (GBMSM) through close contact.

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    Mainland China reported over 2,000 mpox cases in 2024, while Hong Kong recorded 81 cases since 2022, highlighting regional differences.

  • 3

    High rates of condomless anal sex, multiple partners, and sexualized drug use among GBMSM in both regions contribute to mpox transmission.

  • 4

    Illness representations regarding mpox influence sexual behaviors among GBMSM, suggesting a need for targeted health interventions.

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    The study aims to explore the relationship between mpox perceptions and sexual practices among GBMSM in Beijing and Hong Kong.

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Variations in Perceptions of Mpox and Their Impact on Sexual Practices Among Gay, Bisexual, and Other Men Who Have Sex with Men in Beijing and Hong Kong

  • by Lijuan Wang, Siyu Chen, Yanjie Gao, Fuk-yuen Yu, Yuan Fang, Haifeng Ding, Xinge Li, Yingjie Liu, Zihuang Chen, Zhennan Li, Phoenix K. H. Mo, Zixin Wang

  • March 13, 2026

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