Exploring Correlates of Resource Insecurity Among Older Black or African Americans with HIV in Ohio.

ABSTRACT:

Objectives

Resource insecurity is a social determinant of health that can impact people with HIV (PWH), in particular older African Americans (AA) or blacks with HIV. The purpose of this study was to identify resource insecurities among older Blacks or AA PWH specifically related to food and housing. Secondary focus was to find associations between resource insecurity and substance use history, stigma, and various forms of discrimination.

Methods

Eligible participants (N = 52) of this cross-sectional study were 50 years old or older, identified as Black or AA, diagnosed with HIV, and living in Ohio. Food insecurity was assessed using the Household Food Insecurity Access Scale and housing insecurity was defined as not having stable housing. Resource insecurity was categorized

SUBMITTER: Ramirez YV 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC12644116 | biostudies-literature | 2025 Dec

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature