Monkeypox-Related Stigma and Vaccine Challenges as a Barrier to HIV Pre-Exposure Prophylaxis among Black Sexual Minority Men.

Rodman E TurpinC J MandellAaron D CampRochelle R Davidson Mhonde Typhanye V DyerKenneth H MayerHongjie LiuThomas CoatesBradley O Boekeloo

Published in: International journal of environmental research and public health (2023)

We identified mpox stigma and challenges related to mpox vaccination as key themes among BSMM, with implications for PrEP use. Future research exploring medical mistrust among BSMM, particularly related to HIV prevention, is recommended.

Keyphrases

mental health
hiv aids
healthcare
hiv positive
men who have sex with men
antiretroviral therapy
human immunodeficiency virus
hepatitis c virus
hiv testing
current status