Improving HIV prevention services for Latino men who have sex with men in Miami
Addressing Latino MSM Health Disparities by Increasing Engagement with Behavioral and HIV-Prevention Services: An Implementation Science Approach
This study is working to help Latino men who have sex with men in Miami get better access to HIV testing and prevention services by finding out what challenges they face and creating friendly outreach strategies to support them.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | University of Miami School of Medicine NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Coral Gables, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-10814808 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research focuses on addressing health disparities related to HIV among Latino men who have sex with men (MSM) in Miami, a city significantly affected by HIV. The project aims to develop and evaluate culturally tailored strategies to enhance the use of HIV testing, pre-exposure prophylaxis (PrEP), and behavioral health services among this population. By understanding the barriers that Latino MSM face in accessing these services, the research will implement outreach efforts that include motivational interviewing and problem-solving techniques to improve engagement. The goal is to ensure equitable access to essential health services and ultimately reduce HIV transmission rates.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are Latino men who have sex with men, particularly those who may be at risk for HIV and have not yet engaged with HIV prevention services.
Not a fit: Patients who do not identify as Latino or who are not men who have sex with men may not receive direct benefits from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to increased access to HIV prevention services for Latino MSM, ultimately reducing HIV infection rates in this vulnerable population.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown success in using culturally tailored interventions to improve health outcomes in similar populations, indicating a promising approach for this study.
Where this research is happening
Coral Gables, United States
- University of Miami School of Medicine — Coral Gables, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Harkness, Audrey — University of Miami School of Medicine
- Study coordinator: Harkness, Audrey
About this research
- This is an active NIH-funded research project — typically early-stage science, not a clinical trial accepting patient enrollment.
- Some NIH-funded labs run parallel clinical studies or seek volunteers for related work. To check, contact the principal investigator or institution listed above.
- For full project details, budget, and progress reports, visit the official NIH RePORTER page below.