Proof of concept of a sexual health outreach program led by community health workers in homeless hostels in the greater Paris region.

ABSTRACT:

Context

Homeless individuals face exacerbated risks of infectious diseases, including sexually transmitted infections (STIs). Programs led by Community Health Workers (CHWs) have demonstrated potential to enhance healthcare access for marginalized groups such as homeless families. This study aims to evaluate the feasibility and effectiveness of a novel CHW-based outreach program addressing sexual health issues among individuals residing in homeless hostels.

Methods

Twelve social homeless hostels in the greater Paris region were selected as program implementation sites. An outreach program was developed consisting of two interventions: sexual health workshops and STI screening sessions (HIV and hepatitis B and C) accompanied by individual interviews, both conducted by CHWs wi

SUBMITTER: Vaugoyeau E 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC10811606 | biostudies-literature | 2023

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature