Special Considerations in the Management of HIV-Infected Patients From Minority Communities
Summary
- HIV-related stigma is a significant barrier to HIV testing and disclosure, decreasing the likelihood that patients will access care and treatment and reduce risk behaviors[Fortenberry 2002; Courtenay-Quirk 2006; Wolitski 2009]
- Black and Latino communities report high levels of HIV-related stigma and discrimination against those living with HIV, often related to homophobia[Black 2002; Poindexter 1999; Kaiser 2004]
- Interventions are needed to increase HIV testing and prevention among racial minorities
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