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Routine HIV Screening Health Care Assessment in Primary Care in Outpatient Clinics at Southern Puerto Rico

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Retrospective cross-sectional study shows low HIV screening awareness among adults, highlighting the need for improved physician engagement.

A significant 66.9% of participants reported not receiving education on HIV testing from their physicians.
Only 45.4% of participants were aware of CDC guidelines regarding HIV screening in their primary care.
Sexual activity within the past year was strongly linked to prior HIV testing and willingness to be tested.
Age and perceived necessity significantly influenced HIV testing behaviors among adults in southern Puerto Rico.

Rivera et al. (2025) studied this question.

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Retrospective cross-sectional study shows low HIV screening awareness among adults, highlighting the need for improved physician engagement.