Date of Publication

1-22-2014

Abstract

Introduction. Estimates show that 20% of HIV-positive individuals are unaware of their serostatus, in part due to limited access to testing services. Challenges of HIV testing within communities may be overcome by providing non-traditional avenues for testing and counseling, such as mobile HIV testing units. Such services have demonstrated success in increasing awareness of personal HIV status, and facilitating diagnosis and treatment.

Advisor(s)

Jerry Larrabee, MD, University of Vermont College of Medicine

Peter Jacobsen, Vermont CARES

Agency

Vermont CARES

Subjects

Access to Health Services, Immunization and Infectious Diseases, Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, and Transgender Health, Public Health Infrastructure, Sexually Transmitted Diseases

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Assessing the Feasibility of a Mobile HIV Screening Unit in Vermont: A Community Survey

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