title: Knowledge and perceptions of HIV infection among homeless pregnant women.
abstract: This research examines the knowledge and perceptions of HIV infection among pregnant women in a hotel for the homeless in New York City in the Spring of 1987. The primary method of research was participatory observation. Issues examined include knowledge of the modes of transmission, use of preventive strategies, and familiarity with persons who have AIDS.
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authors.lastname: Christiano
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authors.lastname: Susser
mesh_terms: D000293:Adolescent; D000328:Adult; D005260:Female; D015658:HIV Infections / Q000209:etiology / Q000517:prevention & control* / Q000635:transmission; D007722:Health Knowledge, Attitudes, Practice; D006703:Ill-Housed Persons; D006801:Humans; D009519:New York City; D011247:Pregnancy; D012307:Risk Factors