Though surveys and statistics show the majority of them use prostitutes, very few are open enough to admit their habits to strangers. It took Aditya several visits before she finally won their confidence. Pantura Free AIDS Action wound up its initial campaign last June, but Aditya still calls by once a week to distribute leaflets and chat with truckers about sex, diseases and condoms. The overwhelming impression, she reports, is that very few of the tens of thousands of drivers on the Pantura run have any understanding of the dangers of unprotected sex. Long-distance truck driving is strong on male bonding.
Sexual activity is a matter of pride and is seen as a sign of strength.
Contracting a disease is an admission of weakness. It would make him a laughing stock. Despite the efforts of Pantura Free AIDS Action, folklore still has a firm hold when it comes to sexual diseases. I was tired. That's what did it.