HIV and women in Hawaii: risk and protective factors in HIV/AIDS prevention.
Using semi-structured interviews with adults living with or at-risk for HIV and interviews and focus groups with key informants, the present study examined risk for HIV transmission among women living in Hawaii. Key research findings suggest that women in Hawaii are at risk for HIV infection primarily through sexual contact with their male sex partners, including bisexual and injection drug using (IDU) men. A significant factor in women's HIV risk is sex and gender role dynamics in the context of their relationships with men. Recommendations support primary prevention services for HIV-positive men who have sex with men and women, and IDU men who also have sex or share needles with women. Collaborative efforts between health care professionals and HIV/AIDS agencies to integrate gender-specific and culturally appropriate HIV prevention interventions are recommended.
University of Hawaii, School of Social Work.
Valli Kalei
VK
Kanuha
Charles W
CW
Mueller
Kathleen M
KM
Sullivan
Patricia
P
Glancey
Pamela
P
Matsumoto
Lise D
LD
Martel
D005260:Female; D015658:HIV Infections / Q000517:prevention & control* / Q000635:transmission*; D006254:Hawaii; D006801:Humans; D008297:Male; D016485:Needle Sharing / Q000009:adverse effects; D012307:Risk Factors; D012725:Sexual Behavior / Q000523:psychology