Optimizing Pre-Exposure Prophylaxis (PrEP) Among Latino Men Who Have Sex With Men (MSM) in Puerto Rico

Optimizing PrEP Uptake Among Latino MSM in Puerto Rico: A Comparative Effectiveness Study

To develop, assess and compare the effectiveness of a Motivational Interviewing Intervention for increasing Pre-Exposure Prophylaxis (PrEP) uptake among Latino eligible men in Puerto Rico.

Latino MSM group - Inclusion Criteria:

• Biological male
• Age 21 or older
• Self-reported HIV negative or unknown status
• Not using PrEP (participants who have discontinued PrEP use can participate in the study), Spanish fluency (ability to write and read in Spanish)
• Presenting at least one of the eligibility criteria for PrEP as established by the CDC (including men who have had an infection (STI) in the past 6 months, HIV positive sexual partner)
• Access to a portable technology device (e.g., phone, tablet, laptop) or desktop computer access to internet connection

Exclusion Criteria:

• HIV positive individual
• Evidence of being under the effects of alcohol or drugs
• Indication of unstable or serious psychiatric symptoms
• Evidence of major cognitive impairment
• Inability to speak and read in Spanish

Healthcare Providers group - Inclusion Criteria:

• Age 21 or older
• Providing PrEP related health services at time of enrollment (e.g., case management, clinical services)
• Spanish fluency (ability to write and read in Spanish)

Exclusion Criteria:

• Evidence of being under the effects of alcohol or drugs
• Indication of unstable or serious psychiatric symptoms
• Evidence of major cognitive impairment
• Inability to speak and read in Spanish