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Research Studies is a compilation of published research articles funded by AHRQ or authored by AHRQ researchers.
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1 to 6 of 6 Research Studies DisplayedCalabrese SK, Lane SB, Caldwell A
Electronic dissemination of a web-based video promotes PrEP contemplation and conversation among US women engaged in care at Planned Parenthood.
This study evaluated the acceptability and impact of a web-based PrEP educational video among women (n = 126) by comparing two Planned Parenthood centers: one using a Web Video and the other using standard education tools. Most women reported the video helped them understand better what PrEP is (92%), how it works (93%), and how to take PrEP (92%). One month post-intervention, more women in the Web Video group reported a high level of comfort discussing PrEP with a provider (82% vs 48%) and commonly thinking about PrEP (36.% vs. 4%).
AHRQ-funded; HS022242.
Citation: Calabrese SK, Lane SB, Caldwell A .
Electronic dissemination of a web-based video promotes PrEP contemplation and conversation among US women engaged in care at Planned Parenthood.
AIDS Behav 2021 Aug;25(8):2483-500. doi: 10.1007/s10461-021-03210-2..
Keywords: Human Immunodeficiency Virus (HIV), Sexual Health, Education: Patient and Caregiver, Health Promotion, Prevention, Health Information Technology (HIT), Communication, Women
Van Gerwen OT, Tamhane A, Westfall AO
Prevalence of and factors associated with genital and extragenital chlamydia and gonorrhea among transgender women in HIV care in the United States, 2005 to 2016.
This retrospective cohort analysis included transgender women living with HIV enrolled in the US Centers for AIDS Research Network of Integrated Clinical Systems cohort between January 2005 and December 2016 with chlamydia or gonorrhea testing performed in HIV clinic. The investigators concluded that among transgender women living with HIV, testing rates for chlamydia and gonorrhea were inadequate, particularly at extragenital sites where most infections occur.
AHRQ-funded; HS013852.
Citation: Van Gerwen OT, Tamhane A, Westfall AO .
Prevalence of and factors associated with genital and extragenital chlamydia and gonorrhea among transgender women in HIV care in the United States, 2005 to 2016.
Sex Transm Dis 2021 Jun 1;48(6):410-16. doi: 10.1097/olq.0000000000001335.
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Keywords: Human Immunodeficiency Virus (HIV), Sexual Health, Infectious Diseases, Women
Razon N, Rodriguez A, Carlson K
"Far more than just a prescription": Focus groups with U.S. family planning providers and staff about integrating PrEP for HIV prevention into their work.
Cisgender women in the United States have been found to use pre-exposure prophylaxis (PrEP) for HIV prevention at lower rates relative to other groups. Family planning clinics are identified as the preferred sites to lead PrEP implementation for women in the United States. Qualitative focus groups were conducted with a sample of family planning clinicians, counselors, and clinic managers to explore barriers and facilitators to PrEP provision in US family planning clinics. Six focus groups (n = 37) were conducted at family planning clinics in San Francisco, Kansas City, Missouri; and Philadelphia. Key themes emerged highlighting how PrEP counseling can interfere with other family planning agendas including efficient clinic visits, condom promotion, and long-acting contraception counseling. Participants expressed discomfort with HIV vulnerabilities rooted in social and structural determinants of health.
AHRQ-funded; HS022241.
Citation: Razon N, Rodriguez A, Carlson K .
"Far more than just a prescription": Focus groups with U.S. family planning providers and staff about integrating PrEP for HIV prevention into their work.
Womens Health Issues 2021 May-Jun;31(3):294-300. doi: 10.1016/j.whi.2021.02.006..
Keywords: Human Immunodeficiency Virus (HIV), Prevention, Women
Hill LM, Lightfoot AF, Riggins L
Awareness of and attitudes toward pre-exposure prophylaxis among African American women living in low-income neighborhoods in a Southeastern city.
The authors conducted a venue-based community survey with 53 African American women living in low-income neighborhoods of a Southeastern city in order to understand women's knowledge of and attitudes toward pre-exposure prophylaxis (PrEP). They found that awareness of PrEP was very low, with only 16% being aware that PrEP is used for HIV prevention. The vast majority reported that they would use or would consider using PrEP, most frequently citing a general interest in HIV prevention or a lack of awareness of their partners' HIV status as motivations for their interest. Some women expressed concerns about side effects or low perceived HIV risk as disincentives for PrEP use.
AHRQ-funded; HS000032.
Citation: Hill LM, Lightfoot AF, Riggins L .
Awareness of and attitudes toward pre-exposure prophylaxis among African American women living in low-income neighborhoods in a Southeastern city.
AIDS Care 2021 Feb;33(2):239-43. doi: 10.1080/09540121.2020.1769834..
Keywords: Human Immunodeficiency Virus (HIV), Racial and Ethnic Minorities, Women, Low-Income, Prevention, Medication
Rodriguez SA, Higashi RT, Betts AC
Anal cancer and anal cancer screening knowledge, attitudes, and perceived risk among women living with HIV.
The aims of this study were (1) to describe anal cancer knowledge, perceived risk, screening barriers, and acceptability of sample self-collection among women living with HIV (WLWH) at an integrated safety-net system and (2) to describe differences in demographic and psychosocial variables among a subsample of WLWH with a history of abnormal cervical cytology results versus those with normal results. The investigators concluded that this study highlighted a gap in knowledge and awareness among WLWH regarding their heightened risk for anal cancer.
AHRQ-funded; HS022418.
Citation: Rodriguez SA, Higashi RT, Betts AC .
Anal cancer and anal cancer screening knowledge, attitudes, and perceived risk among women living with HIV.
J Low Genit Tract Dis 2021 Jan;25(1):43-47. doi: 10.1097/lgt.0000000000000578..
Keywords: Cancer, Screening, Human Immunodeficiency Virus (HIV), Risk, Women
Rodriguez PJ, Roberts DA, Meisner J
Cost-effectiveness of dual maternal HIV and syphilis testing strategies in high and low HIV prevalence countries: a modelling study.
Dual HIV and syphilis testing might help to prevent mother-to-child transmission (MTCT) of HIV and syphilis through increased case detection and treatment. In this study, the investigators aimed to model and assess the cost-effectiveness of dual testing during antenatal care in four countries with varying HIV and syphilis prevalence. The authors concluded that incorporating dual rapid diagnostic tests in antenatal care could be cost-saving across countries with varying HIV prevalence.
AHRQ-funded; HS013853.
Citation: Rodriguez PJ, Roberts DA, Meisner J .
Cost-effectiveness of dual maternal HIV and syphilis testing strategies in high and low HIV prevalence countries: a modelling study.
Lancet Glob Health 2021 Jan;9(1):e61-e71. doi: 10.1016/s2214-109x(20)30395-8..
Keywords: Human Immunodeficiency Virus (HIV), Infectious Diseases, Prevention, Pregnancy, Women, Diagnostic Safety and Quality, Healthcare Costs