Sexual risk behaviors of Puerto Rican drug users in East Harlem, New York and Bayamon, Puerto Rico
Abstract
Puerto Rican drug users both in New York and Puerto Rico have disproportionately high rates of HIV/AIDS. This paper derives findings from the ARIBBA Project–a dual site study of HIV risk behaviour determinants among Puerto Rican injection drug users and crack smokers, conducted in East Harlem, NY and Bayamon, PR. Qualitative data collected in focus groups, interviews and observations revealed significant differences in sexual risk behaviours, perceptions of risks and cultural/behavioural norms between the two locations, which were supported by the results of a survey of 1200 drug users. Recommendations are made for enhancing HIV risk reduction efforts in both communities.
Full citation:
Oliver-Velez D, Deren S, Finlinson A, Shedlin M, Robles RR, Andia J, Colon HM, Kang SY (2003). Sexual risk behaviors of Puerto Rican drug users in East Harlem, New York and Bayamon, Puerto Rico
Culture, Health and Sexuality, 5 (1), 19-35. doi: 10.1080/713804636.