Wang Zhenghua: Prostitutes targeted in anti-AIDS battle

From The China Daily:

Prostitutes are being made the focus of the Ministry of Health’s latest efforts to stem the spread of HIV/AIDS.

According to a draft guideline released by the ministry on Monday, prostitutes are to be offered HIV/AIDS and safe-sex education, as well as tests and treatments for sexually transmited diseases.

According to the draft, education will be provided by trained peers and professional health workers.