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Xuman Amanda Tian, MPH, CHES1, Sandra Selenskas, MS, PhD1, and Kaveh Khoshnood, PhD2. (1) Department of Public Health, Southern Connecticut State University, 393 Mansfield Street, #16, New Haven, CT 06511, (203)752-9676, xuman.tian@yale.edu, (2) Epidemiology and Public Health, Yale University, 60 College st, P.O Box 208034, New Haven, CT 06511
The prevalence rate of Human Immunodeficiency Virus/Acquired Immune Deficiency Syndrome (HIV/AIDS) among Asian Americans has increased dramatically together with the lack of awareness and knowledge among this population. However, there were few HIV/AIDS-related data and studies on the subgroups of Asian Americans. This study assessed the knowledge, attitudes, and beliefs regarding HIV/AIDS among Chinese scholars and students in the United States. The design of this study was a cross-sectional study. The researcher collected the data by utilizing the e-mail lists and Bulletin Boards of the ACSS (Association of Chinese Student and Scholars) at several universities. An e-mail letter was sent out to refer the participants to a website with an HIV/AIDS survey questionnaire. This study enhances the sparse data on HIV/AIDS among a growing minority population. The results can be used for development of linguistically and culturally appropriate HIV/AIDS prevention education programs for the Chinese population.
Learning Objectives: At the conclusion of the session, the participant in this session will be able to
Keywords: HIV/AIDS, Asian and Pacific Islander
Presenting author's disclosure statement:
I do not have any significant financial interest/arrangement or affiliation with any organization/institution whose products or services are being discussed in this session.