The perception of HIV self-testing and willingness to use mHealth for HIV prevention among Black men who have sex with men in Iowa, United States: A qualitative study.

ABSTRACT:

Objective

The World Health Organization approved HIV self-test (HIVST) to break the barriers to HIV testing. Black men who have sex with men (Black MSM) in the United States are less likely to test for HIV or link to care due to several factors, such as stigma and distance. We explored Black MSM's knowledge of HIVST and their willingness to use a mobile application (mHealth) to link to HIV care and engage with health providers.

Methods

Between March and September 2023, we interviewed 12 Black MSM in small urban areas and explored HIVST awareness and willingness to use mHealth. Participants were recruited through purposive and snowball sampling. The data were analyzed inductively.

Results

The age range was 20-42 years. Participants had mixed knowledge of HIVST. The bar

SUBMITTER: Badru OA 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC11618894 | biostudies-literature | 2024 Jan-Dec

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature