New Hispanic Immigrants - NCBI

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Initial Acculturation and HIV Risk among New Hispanic Immigrants Michele G. Shedlin, PhD; Carlos Ulises Decena, PhD; and Denise Oliver-Velez, PhD Candidate New York, New York

Purpose: Research on the initial stage of acculturation of new immigrants is crucial for identifying AIDS prevention policies and priorities for this vulnerable population. Methods: This study employed an exploratory approach and qualitative data collection methods to idenfify and describe social and behavioral factors influencing risk for HIV infection among recent Hispanic immigrants (