Preferences of Gay and Bisexual Men for Pharmacy-based HIV Testing and Over-the-Counter HIV Tests
Document Type
Article
Publication Date
2014
Publication Title
LGBT Health
First Page
225
Last Page
228
DOI
http://dx.doi.org/10.1089/lgbt.2014.0010
Abstract
A 2013 study among 169 Indiana men aged 18–45 who have sex with men assessed the acceptability of and preferences for pharmacy-based and over-the-counter (OTC) HIV testing. Rural men in general and men who did not know their HIV status were more likely to purchase an OTC HIV test. Men who did not know their HIV status also preferred an OTC HIV test to pharmacy-based testing. Pharmacies should enhance information around the sale of OTC HIV tests, particularly in rural areas. Information should include test results, opportunities for consultation, and linkage to care.
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Recommended Citation
Meyerson, Beth; Emetu, Roberta; Sanders, Stephanie; Bailey, Marlon; Ryder, Priscilla T.; and Armstrong, James, "Preferences of Gay and Bisexual Men for Pharmacy-based HIV Testing and Over-the-Counter HIV Tests" (2014). Scholarship and Professional Work – COPHS. 78.
https://digitalcommons.butler.edu/cophs_papers/78