A randomized clinical trial of an HIV-risk-reduction intervention among low-income Latina women |
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Authors: | Peragallo Nilda Deforge Bruce O'Campo Patricia Lee Sun Mi Kim Young Ju Cianelli Rosina Ferrer Lilian |
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Institution: | University of Miami School of Nursing, Coral Gables, Fla, USA. nperagallo@miami.edu |
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Abstract: | BACKGROUND: HIV infection has increased within the Latina community more than in any other ethnic or racial group within the United States. Latinas comprise only 13% of the U.S. population, yet they account for 20% of the cumulative reported cases of AIDS. OBJECTIVES: The purpose of the study was to evaluate a randomized culturally tailored intervention to prevent high-HIV-risk sexual behaviors for Latina women residing in urban areas. METHODS: Mexican and Puerto Rican women (18-44 years of age; N = 657) who were sexually active during the previous 3 months were recruited and randomized into intervention and control groups. The intervention, facilitated by bilingual, bicultural, trained Latina women, consisted of culturally tailored sessions on understanding their bodies, HIV/AIDS and sexually transmitted diseases, condoms (myths and use), negotiating safer sex practices, violence prevention, and partner communication. Bivariate and multivariate analyses assessed changes from baseline. RESULTS: The intervention improved HIV knowledge, partner communication, risk-reduction behavioral intentions, and condom use, and decreased perceived barriers to condom use. DISCUSSION: The efficacy of a culturally-sensitive intervention to reduce HIV/AIDS-risk behaviors in Latina women was demonstrated in the current study. |
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