Increasing the Reach of HIV Testing to Young Latino MSM: Results of a Pilot Study Integrating Outreach and Services

摘要: Background. In the U.S., HIV infections are increasing among men who have sex with (MSM), particularly young, racial/ethnic minority MSM. objective. To examine feasibility of testing young Latino MSM by integrating tailored outreach strategies testing, counseling, and medical services. Design. Descriptive study comparing demographic characteristics, behaviors, test results clients from intervention period tested during other time periods. r esults. Clients in were younger more likely to be than those addition, received did not receive report methamphetamine use, an HIV-positive person, a worker. Conclusion. Venue-based selective media outreach, combination linking rapid care, may help overcome some barriers high-risk