: One unique feature of Twelver Shi’i Islam practiced in Iran is the provision for temporary marriage ( sigheh or Nikah mut'ah ), which allows for legal sexual relationships for a predetermined period. Sexual Health and Public Health Challenges
: Female sex workers (FSWs) are a hidden but high-risk population. Studies show that a significant portion of this group engages in unprotected sexual practices , with only about 47.5% reporting consistent condom use. iranian sex
: While injection drug use was historically the primary driver of HIV in Iran, sexual transmission has been increasing in recent years . : One unique feature of Twelver Shi’i Islam
In the Islamic Republic of Iran, sexual conduct is governed by that strictly regulate behavior. : While injection drug use was historically the
Despite legal restrictions, Iran faces significant public health challenges related to sexual behavior, particularly concerning the transmission of Sexually Transmitted Infections (STIs) and HIV.