Preferences of gay and bisexual men for pharmacy-based HIV testing and over-the-counter HIV tests

Beth E. Meyerson; Roberta E. Emetu; Stephanie A. Sanders; Marlon Bailey; Priscilla T. Ryder; James Armstrong

doi:10.1089/lgbt.2014.0010

Preferences of gay and bisexual men for pharmacy-based HIV testing and over-the-counter HIV tests

Beth E. Meyerson, Roberta E. Emetu, Stephanie A. Sanders, Marlon Bailey, Priscilla T. Ryder, James Armstrong

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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.

Original language	English (US)
Pages (from-to)	225-228
Number of pages	4
Journal	LGBT Health
Volume	1
Issue number	3
DOIs	https://doi.org/10.1089/lgbt.2014.0010
State	Published - Sep 1 2014
Externally published	Yes

Keywords

HIV testing
pharmacy access
self-testing

ASJC Scopus subject areas

Public Health, Environmental and Occupational Health
Psychiatry and Mental health
Urology
Obstetrics and Gynecology
Dermatology

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