Initial Acculturation and HIV Risk among New Hispanic Immigrants: DISCUSSION

Although it would be inappropriate to generalize about national and ethnic groups based on the small and nonrepresentative study sample, the identification of a range of sociodemographic and contextual factors can inform institutional and community-based action as well as directions for future HIV ( treating HIV infection) prevention research. Findings illustrate the urgency of reaching these communities as their new residents begin the process of adaptation and acculturation. Such efforts must be guided by current and in-depth information on the strengths and resources of these immigrant groups as well as their vulnerabilities within the U.S. epidemic. Furthermore, providers, including U.S. and native Spanish-speaking professionals, have expressed their need for information on these new groups from largely rural and indigenous communities whose beliefs and behaviors can be significantly different from other, more established, Spanish-speaking communities in their areas.

The risks of HIV/AIDS can be better identified and addressed by building on the strengths of emerging immigrant communities, developing partnerships with trusted leaders, mentoring and supporting potential leaders, and bringing community members into the process of creating prevention strategies that address new immigrant realities.
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Category: HIV

Tags: acculturation, health I HIV/AIDS, Hispanic communities