| Autor: |
Sternberg, Candice A., Daniel, E. Valerie, Marcelin, Dora, Chery, Maurice Junior, Maddy, Krisna, Richard, Danelle, Thomas, Tanya, Ravix, Jovanka, Warner, Joshua, Titus, Micaelle, Francois, Aline, Borick, Joseph, Feaster, Daniel J., Doblecki-Lewis, Susanne, Jones, Deborah L., Alcaide, Maria L., Dale, Sannisha K. |
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Journal of Racial and Ethnic Health Disparities; December 2024, Vol. 11 Issue: 6 p3829-3837, 9p |
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Background: The HIV/AIDS epidemic has disproportionately affected Black individuals in the USA, and this health disparity has increased over time. Despite the effectiveness of pre-exposure prophylaxis (PrEP) as a prevention tool for HIV, there are disparities in its use, and uptake of this intervention remains low among racial and ethnic minorities, including Haitians/Haitian Americans. In this study, factors influencing PrEP use among Haitians/Haitian Americans in Miami, FL, are explored to provide necessary data to address disparities. Methods: The research team collaborated with local organizations to recruit 30 individuals (Haitians/Haitian Americans) between February 4 and October 1, 2021, and conducted semi-structured interviews. All interviews were audio-recorded and transcribed, and NVivo® was used to analyze the transcripts for emergent themes. Results: The study sample comprised 30 adults of Haitian descent in Miami, FL (50% female, approximately 67% with a high school education or more, mean age = 43.7 ± 13 years, and 74.2% born in Haiti). Four primary themes emerged from the analysis: (1) limited PrEP awareness, (2) underutilization of PrEP, (3) inadequate discussion of HIV prevention strategies, and (4) PrEP delivery encompassing barriers and facilitators for PrEP delivery and promotion strategies. Conclusion: This study indicated that there is a critical need to increase Haitians/Haitian Americans’ knowledge regarding PrEP. Health communication interventions tailored specifically for Haitians/Haitian Americans that target stigma, attitudes toward HIV, and risk perception may be significant in increasing PrEP in this population. |
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