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HIV Testing in Urban Transgender Individuals: A Descriptive Study.
Adrian Juarez-Cuellar1, Yu-Ping Chang1
1School of Nursing, The State University of New York, University at Buffalo, Buffalo, New York.
Transgender Health
|November 22, 2017
Summary
HIV testing is crucial for eradication. This study found that transgender individuals who were female, Black, HIV-positive, formerly incarcerated, sex workers, or self-referred more frequently accessed HIV testing in urban New York.
Area of Science:
- Public Health
- Epidemiology
- Health Equity
Background:
- Human Immunodeficiency Virus (HIV) testing is a cornerstone of global HIV prevention and eradication efforts.
- Transgender populations face unique health disparities, including barriers to accessing essential healthcare services like HIV testing.
Purpose of the Study:
- To describe patterns and characteristics associated with HIV testing uptake among urban transgender individuals in Western New York.
- To identify demographic and behavioral factors influencing HIV testing frequency within this population.
Main Methods:
- Analysis of HIV testing intake data from a community-based healthcare organization.
- Inclusion of self-identified transgender males and females residing in urban areas of Western New York.
Main Results:
- Certain characteristics were significantly associated with higher rates of HIV testing.
- These included identifying as female, being Black, having a positive HIV status, a history of incarceration, engaging in sex work, specific housing situations, and self-referral for testing.
Conclusions:
- Findings highlight specific subgroups within the transgender community who may benefit from targeted HIV testing interventions.
- Tailored strategies can improve HIV testing accessibility and engagement among diverse transgender individuals, contributing to HIV prevention goals.
