HIV Treatment for Women Following Jail Release
Researchers from a multicenter study found distinct differences in HIV treatment following release from jail for men versus women. Women were more likely to have less optimal treatment outcomes such as medication adherence and attendance at medical visits. Women were also more likely to have greater comorbidities. Researchers urge that future interventions for HIV-positive re-entry populations should be tailored to be gender specific.
Citation:
Meyer JP, Zelenev A, Wickersham JA, Williams CT, Teixeira PA, Altice FL. Gender disparities in HIV treatment outcomes following release from jail: results from a multicenter study. Am J Public Health. 2014 Jan 16. [Epub ahead of print]
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