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First Place
John Stanmeyer
VII / TIME Magazine
"Sex, Drugs and Death: AIDS Let Loose In Asia"  

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A woman bursts into laughter during an AIDS education class which is mandatory for Philippinas who are heading to foreign countries as domestic helpers in Asia and the Middle East. Due to low wages, many turn to sex, becoming the greatest conduit for the spread of HIV once they return home. Manila, Philippines.
 
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