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Boosting PrEP Uptake: Strategies for Practitioners to Engage Black MSM in the South

Boosting PrEP Uptake: Strategies for Practitioners to Engage Black MSM in the South

Boosting PrEP Uptake: Strategies for Practitioners to Engage Black MSM in the South

The fight against HIV continues to be a critical public health issue, especially among young Black men who have sex with men (MSM) in the Southern United States. Despite the availability of pre-exposure prophylaxis (PrEP) as a highly effective preventive measure, its uptake remains low within this demographic. A recent study titled Engaging Black men who have sex with men (MSM) in the South in identifying strategies to increase PrEP uptake sheds light on strategies to overcome barriers and enhance PrEP adoption.

Understanding the Barriers

The study highlights several challenges that hinder PrEP uptake among Black MSM in the South. These include:

Strategies for Practitioners

The research identifies key strategies that practitioners can implement to improve PrEP uptake:

The Role of Social Media

The study emphasizes the power of social media as a tool for normalizing discussions about PrEP and reducing stigma. By using platforms like Facebook, Instagram, and dating apps, practitioners can disseminate positive messaging about PrEP's role in HIV prevention.

Encouraging Further Research

This study is a stepping stone towards understanding the complex dynamics affecting PrEP uptake. Practitioners are encouraged to conduct further research into the socio-economic factors influencing healthcare access among Black MSM. By doing so, they can develop more tailored interventions that address these barriers effectively.

To read the original research paper, please follow this link: Engaging Black men who have sex with men (MSM) in the South in identifying strategies to increase PrEP uptake.


Citation: Pichon, L. C., Teti, M., McGoy, S., Murry, V. M., & Juarez, P. D. (2022). Engaging Black men who have sex with men (MSM) in the South in identifying strategies to increase PrEP uptake. BMC Health Services Research. https://doi.org/10.1186/s12913-022-08914-2
Marnee Brick, President, TinyEYE Therapy Services

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