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August 3, 2026AIDS Patient Care and STDs

Potential Determinants of PrEP Uptake Among Black African and Caribbean Immigrants in New England: A Qualitative Analysis Using the Consolidated Framework for Implementation Research

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SSSylvia ShanganiLKLizze KiptuiSKSarah Kimball

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Overview

Qualitative analysis identifies barriers to PrEP uptake in Black immigrant populations, highlighting cultural and individual factors.

Key Points

  • This study aims to explore potential determinants of PrEP uptake among Black African and Caribbean immigrants in New England using the CFIR framework.
  • Conducted in-depth interviews with 20 Black immigrants from Africa and the Caribbean
  • Participants included those aged 18+, residing in Massachusetts for ≤ 5 years, and eligible for PrEP
  • Thematic analysis was performed using NVivo to identify key themes across CFIR domains.
  • Identified themes related to fear of daily medications and side effects, cultural/religious barriers, and HIV stigma
  • Highlighted low perceived HIV risk and misconceptions about PrEP
  • Emphasized the need for culturally-tailored information delivery to improve uptake.

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Shangani et al. (2026) studied this question.

synapsesocial.com/papers/6a70404875942ff7265e53c4https://doi.org/10.1177/10872914261470149
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