HIV Testing Patterns and Unrecognized HIV Infection Among Young Asian and Pacific Islander Men Who Have Sex With Men in San Francisco

2005 ◽  
Vol 17 (6) ◽  
pp. 540-554 ◽  
Author(s):  
Tri D. Do ◽  
Sanny Chen ◽  
Willi McFarland ◽  
Gina M. Secura ◽  
Stephanie K. Behel ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Hiv Infection ◽  
Hiv Testing ◽  
San Francisco ◽  
Pacific Islander ◽  
Asian And Pacific Islander ◽  
Sex With Men ◽  
Testing Patterns

HIV Testing Trends and Correlates Among Young Asian and Pacific Islander Men Who Have Sex With Men in Two U.S. Cities

2006 ◽  
Vol 18 (1) ◽  
pp. 44-55 ◽  
Author(s):  
Tri D. Do ◽  
Esther S. Hudes ◽  
Kristopher Proctor ◽  
Chung-Sook Han ◽  
Kyung-Hee Choi
Keyword(s):  
Hiv Testing ◽  
Pacific Islander ◽  
Asian And Pacific Islander ◽  
Sex With Men

Time trends in the risk of HIV infection among men who have sex with men in Chiang Mai, Thailand: an observational study

2021 ◽  
pp. 095646242110213
Author(s):  
Amaraporn Rerkasem ◽  
Nuntisa Chotirosniramit ◽  
Pongpun Saokhieo ◽  
Antika Wongthanee ◽  
Kittipan Rerkasem
Keyword(s):  
Hiv Infection ◽  
Hiv Testing ◽  
Consistent Condom ◽  
Anal Sex ◽  
Health Seeking ◽  
Chiang Mai ◽  
Transmitted Infection ◽  
Significant Difference ◽  
Receptive Anal Sex ◽  
Sex With Men

A cross-sectional study on men who have sex with men (MSM) for the HIV prevention project was conducted to assess the prevalence of HIV infection–related behaviors among 551 MSM recruited in 2008–2009 and 1910 MSM in 2014–2018 for voluntary counseling and testing at a HIV clinic in Chiang Mai. Overall, the study found that the prevalence of HIV infection was significantly decreased from 12.9% (71/551) in the earlier study (2008–2009) to 8.2% (157/1910) in the recent study (2014–2018) ( p = 0.001). By comparison, in 2008–2009 and 2014–2018, there was no statistically significant difference in consistent condom use (39.0% [186/477] vs. 38.9% [591/1512], p = 0.969), while unprotected anal sex with casual partners significantly increased (44.5% [159/357] vs. 51.9% [645/1242], p = 0.014) and receptive anal sex significantly increased (37.7% [180/477] vs. 45.1% [860/1905], p = 0.004). However, previous HIV testing within 1 year increased significantly from 64.6% (197/305) to 74.7% (677/906, p = 0.001). In exploratory multivariate analysis, the factors associated with HIV infection included gay men, age below 20 years, being self-employed, being an employee, having only receptive anal sex, having both receptive/insertive anal sex, being a former substance user, using online dating, having a history of sexually transmitted infection symptoms, self-perception as being at high risk for HIV, last HIV testing >1 year, and never previously testing for HIV. The data represent the trend of health-seeking behavior improvements. The findings demonstrated the need for a novel sexual health service in an endemic setting and health promotion for online partner-seeking.

scholarly journals An urgent need for HIV testing among men who have sex with men and transgender women in Bamako, Mali: Low awareness of HIV infection and viral suppression among those living with HIV

PLoS ONE ◽  
2018 ◽  
Vol 13 (11) ◽  
pp. e0207363 ◽  
Author(s):  
Avi J. Hakim ◽  
Kelsey Coy ◽  
Padmaja Patnaik ◽  
Nouhoum Telly ◽  
Tako Ballo ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Hiv Infection ◽  
Hiv Testing ◽  
Viral Suppression ◽  
Transgender Women ◽  
Sex With Men ◽  
Living With Hiv

scholarly journals 1630. Voluntary HIV Testing and Self-Realization of Risk of HIV Infection Among Young Men-Who-Have-Sex-with-Men in the Miami-Dade Area

2019 ◽  
Vol 6 (Supplement_2) ◽  
pp. S595-S595
Author(s):  
Hampton Ocon ◽  
Samir Sabbag
Keyword(s):  
Public Health ◽  
High Risk ◽  
Hiv Infection ◽  
Hiv Testing ◽  
Hiv Risk ◽  
Perceived Risk ◽  
Health Initiatives ◽  
History Of ◽  
Sex With Men ◽  
Public Health Initiatives

Abstract Background According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, Miami-Dade County has the highest rate of new HIV diagnoses in the Nation. So far, a large focus of public health initiatives has been spreading awareness of HIV testing locations, but this form of voluntary testing relies on individuals realizing that they are at risk of HIV infection in the first place. Consequently, a major obstacle to encouraging young men-who-have-sex-with-men (YMSM) to test themselves for HIV is their own self-perceived risk of having an undetected infection. Methods In an effort to better understand the discordance between high-risk sexual behavior and HIV testing among this high-risk population, YMSM (18–24) were surveyed through smartphone applications that facilitate sexual encounters in the Miami-Dade area (eg Grindr, Scruff). Users were asked about their history of condomless anal intercourse (CAI), their HIV testing habits, and whether or not they believe it possible that they are currently infected with HIV. An analysis of the relationship between CAI and self-perception of possible HIV infection was performed using Cochran-Mantel–Haenszel testing. Results Of the 843 eligible responses, 667 reported a history of voluntary HIV testing while 176 had never voluntarily tested. 726 respondents reported a history of CAI and 131 of these have never voluntarily tested. Of the 843 total participants, 1.6% were in the highest HIV risk group, which is those who have engaged in CAI with an exchange/casual partner, have never voluntarily tested for HIV, and have no self-perceived risk of being currently infected. According to data analysis, YMSM who have engaged in CAI but have never been tested for HIV were not more likely to have a self-perceived possibility of infection when compared with those who have voluntarily tested (P < 0.595). Conclusion This suggests that many high-risk YMSM are not voluntarily testing themselves for HIV not because they do not have access to testing, but rather because they do not perceive themselves as being possibly infected in the first place. Therefore, in addition to increasing access to HIV testing, new public health initiatives must be designed to facilitate YMSM understanding their own personal HIV risk. Disclosures All authors: No reported disclosures.

scholarly journals Trends in HIV prevalence and risk behaviours among men who have sex with men from 2013 to 2017 in Nanjing, China: a consecutive cross-sectional survey

BMJ Open ◽  
2019 ◽  
Vol 9 (1) ◽  
pp. e021955 ◽  
Author(s):  
Zhengping Zhu ◽  
Hongjing Yan ◽  
Sushu Wu ◽  
Yuanyuan Xu ◽  
Wenjiong Xu ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Hiv Infection ◽  
Hiv Testing ◽  
Protective Factor ◽  
Hiv Prevalence ◽  
Secondary Outcome ◽  
Risk Behaviours ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
The Past ◽  
Testing Rate ◽  
Sex With Men

ObjectiveTo examine the trends of HIV prevalence, risk behaviours and HIV testing among men who have sex with men (MSM) in Nanjing.DesignFive consecutive cross-sectional surveys.SettingNanjing, China.Primary and secondary outcome measuresHIV and syphilis prevalence, HIV testing rate and factors associated with HIV infection; demographic characteristics and behaviours.Results649, 669, 577, 633, 503 MSM were recruited from 2013 to 2017. HIV prevalence was 9.9%, 12.3%, 12.5%, 9.8% and 10.1%, respectively. Syphilis prevalence decreased with a range from 10.6% to 5.6%. Risk behaviours like unprotected anal intercourse (UAI) and unprotected virginal sex in the past 6 months decreased, but multiple sex partners and ever used rush popper rose significantly. MSM tested for HIV in the previous year remained stable from 57.0% to 64.1% (P=0.633). Multivariate analysis showed that tested for HIV in the past year was protective factor against HIV infection. MSM who had UAI in the past 6 months, sex role as receptive and dual, diagnosed with sexually transmitted diseases (STDs) in the past year and currently syphilis infected were risk factors for HIV infection.ConclusionsWe observed stable high HIV prevalence, a steady HIV testing rate, decreasing syphilis prevalence and UAI among MSM in Nanjing. However, rush popper use rose dramatically. The HIV preventive strategies for MSM including condom promotion, HIV testing expansion and reduction of rush popper use, STDs screening and standardised treatment should be strengthened.

scholarly journals Discordance of voluntary HIV testing with HIV sexual risk-taking and self-perceived HIV infection risk among social media-using black, Hispanic, and white young-men-who-have-sex-with-men (YMSM)

AIDS Care ◽  
2017 ◽  
Vol 30 (1) ◽  
pp. 81-85 ◽  
Author(s):  
Kelsey A. Alexovitz ◽  
Roland C. Merchant ◽  
Melissa A. Clark ◽  
Tao Liu ◽  
Joshua G. Rosenberger ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Social Media ◽  
Hiv Infection ◽  
Hiv Testing ◽  
Sexual Risk ◽  
Risk Taking ◽  
Young Men ◽  
Infection Risk ◽  
Sexual Risk Taking ◽  
Hiv Sexual Risk ◽  
Sex With Men

scholarly journals Barriers to Acceptance of Provider-Initiated Testing and Counseling among Men Who Have Sex with Men in Shenyang, China: A Cross-Sectional Study

2013 ◽  
Vol 2013 ◽  
pp. 1-7 ◽  
Author(s):  
Qinghai Hu ◽  
Junjie Xu ◽  
Zhenxing Chu ◽  
Jing Zhang ◽  
Ke Yun ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Hiv Infection ◽  
Hiv Testing ◽  
Cross Sectional Study ◽  
Multivariate Logistic Regression Model ◽  
People Living With Hiv ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Aids Knowledge ◽  
Sex With Men ◽  
Testing And Counseling ◽  
Hiv Aids

A high prevalence of HIV infection is present among men who have sex with men (MSM) in China, but many people living with HIV or AIDS (PLWHs) are unaware of their HIV infection status. Provider-initiated HIV testing and counseling (PITC) is a streamlined model that can significantly enhance HIV detection and detect infections earlier. However, PITC has not yet been widely applied, and no studies have been conducted on MSM’s attitudes towards PITC in China. In this study, a total of 438 MSM were recruited in Shenyang city. A multivariate logistic regression model showed that certain conditions made MSM more accepting of PITC: those who had attended VCT (voluntary counseling and testing) more than three times (odds ratio [OR]: 2.95, 95% CI: 1.36–6.37), those who considered PITC beneficial for family and friends (OR: 1.91, 95% CI: 1.25–2.92), those who obtained HIV/AIDS knowledge from brochures (OR: 2.52, 95% CI: 1.64–3.87), those who obtained HIV/AIDS knowledge from the Internet (OR: 1.66, 95% CI: 1.07–2.58), and those who were highly aware of their own risk of being infected with HIV (OR: 2.84, 95% CI: 1.37–5.91). To improve acceptance of PITC among MSM in China, stronger efforts are needed to lower the psychosocial barriers to receiving PITC, to promote HIV/AIDS awareness, and to encourage the extension of HIV testing.

scholarly journals HIV Testing and Preventive Services Accessibility Among Men Who Have Sex With Men at High Risk of HIV Infection in Beijing, China

Medicine ◽  
2015 ◽  
Vol 94 (6) ◽  
pp. e534 ◽  
Author(s):  
Yuejuan Zhao ◽  
Li Zhang ◽  
Heng Zhang ◽  
Dongyan Xia ◽  
Stephen W. Pan ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
High Risk ◽  
Hiv Infection ◽  
Hiv Testing ◽  
Preventive Services ◽  
Sex With Men ◽  
Beijing China

Lack of HIV Testing and Awareness of HIV Infection Among Men Who Have Sex With Men, Beijing, China

2006 ◽  
Vol 18 (1) ◽  
pp. 33-43 ◽  
Author(s):  
Kyung–Hee Choi ◽  
Hui Lui ◽  
Yaqi Guo ◽  
Lei Han ◽  
Jeffrey S. Mandel
Keyword(s):  
Hiv Infection ◽  
Hiv Testing ◽  
Sex With Men ◽  
Beijing China
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