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Measuring Frailty in HIV-infected Individuals. Identification of Frail Patients is the First Step to Amelioration and Reversal of Frailty
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HIV-Related Stigma and Multidimensional Frailty Among Older Latinos With HIV
Evelyn Iriarte1,2,3, Rosina Cianelli2,4, Joseph P De Santis4
1College of Nursing, University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus, Aurora, CO, USA.
Summary
HIV-related stigma is linked to increased frailty in older Latino adults living with HIV. Addressing stigma is crucial for preventing frailty and improving health outcomes in this population.
Area of Science:
- Gerontology
- Public Health
- Social Sciences
Background:
- Frailty is a geriatric syndrome characterized by increased vulnerability to stressors and poor health outcomes.
- HIV-related stigma acts as a significant stressor and barrier to care for Latino individuals living with HIV (PWH).
Purpose of the Study:
- To investigate the association between HIV-related stigma and multidimensional frailty among older Latino PWH.
Main Methods:
- A cross-sectional study involving 120 Latino PWH aged 50 and older.
- Self-reported questionnaires assessed multidimensional frailty (Tilburg Frailty Indicator) and HIV-related stigma (HIV stigma scale).
Main Results:
- Nearly half (45.85%) of the participants were classified as frail.
- Frail individuals reported significantly higher scores for HIV-related stigma compared to non-frail individuals.
- Higher HIV-related stigma scores were associated with increased odds of multidimensional frailty, even after adjusting for income and comorbidities.
Conclusions:
- HIV-related stigma is significantly associated with a higher likelihood of frailty in older Latino PWH.
- Interventions aimed at preventing frailty in this population should incorporate strategies to address HIV-related stigma.
- Culturally tailored and age-appropriate resources are recommended to mitigate stigma and its impact on frailty.
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