Subsequently, each theme was given a code, and codes were compiled in a codebook. Two coders read through transcriptions looking for recurrent themes and patterns. Data were formulated into themes and categories in line with the research questions and objectives (Thomas, 2006). The study was approved by the institutional review board at the Miriam Hospital and RIDOC.Ī general inductive approach was used to analyze data. ![]() All participants received $30 that was deposited into their commissary account. Interviews were digitally recorded and transcribed. Interviews were conducted in a private room without correctional officers (COs) present. ![]() All participants were asked open-ended questions about what might be the best way to identify MSM who would be candidates for PrEP. Participants were asked questions related to HIV risk, PrEP knowledge and interest, barriers to PrEP uptake and adherence, and experience disclosing sexual orientation/identity. Interviews lasted 45–60 min and were conducted by three trained qualitative researchers. Inclusion criteria for this study included self-report of: being gay, bisexual or a man who has sex with men ≥ 18 and being able to speak English. We received a waiver of documentation of consent, so participants only gave verbal consent before the interview. ![]() Information related to sexual orientation/identity is collected during medical intake, which occurs in the first 48 h after incarceration. Approximately 15,000 men cycle through the RIDOC each year (Rhode Island Department of Corrections, 2011), and the prevalence of HIV is 3% (Rhode Island Department of Corrections, 2011). The RIDOC is a statewide prison and jail that houses all incarcerated individuals in the state. ![]() The current study was conducted at the Rhode Island Department of Corrections (RIDOC) in Cranston, Rhode Island.
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