I'm writing a paper that calls for the decriminalization of providers' services in the United States.  I've posted another thread regarding providers' experiences with disabilities.
However, there are, of course, many questions that I would love to ask the TER community.
Here are a few more:  

1)  Providers in decriminalized countries:  Considering TER is a worldwide network, I'm sure that there are many TER listed providers who live in areas where their work is legal.  How has this affected your work?  Depending on where you are, do you feel that you are protected by the legal rights your government provides?

2) For reviewers who may have experienced services in both criminalized and decriminalized countries, do you notice any differences in providers' attitudes?

3) Lastly, what steps have you observed providers and hobbiests take to avoid STD contraction?  I know that most ask for references, does anyone ever ask for a recent clean report from a physician?  


I can't respond to the messages I've received in the mail section of my TER because I only have a basic membership, but if you would like to correspond via email, please leave one on this board and I'll get in touch with you by Thursday, my paper is due on the 30th.
For those who've requested a look at my paper, I'd be happy to share a draft with you.  Feedback from individuals who take part in the hobby would be very welcome.