AidsmapPeople experiencing homelessness or unstable housing differ in the types of HIV care they prefer, with a majority favouring flexibility while about a third wanted to consistently see the same provider, according to a study presented this week at the the 11th International AIDS Society Conference on HIV Science (IAS 2021). Telemedicine, which many HIV clinics have adopted due to COVID-19, was not a popular option.
Homelessness and unstable housing are risk factors for low engagement in HIV care, difficulty maintaining viral suppression and a higher risk of death. Public health officials fear the COVID-19 pandemic could lead to even worse outcomes for this population.
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Source : Aidsmap
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