4107.0 Gay & Bisexual Men's Health

Tuesday, November 9, 2010: 10:30 AM - 12:00 PM
Oral
This session presents recent research on gay and bisexual men’s health. Papers describe the transmission of methicillin resistant Staphylococcus aureus (MRSA) through social and sexual networks, factors contributing to intentional unprotected anal intercourse, and culturally-appropriate intervention points to reduce risky sexual behavior. Overall, this session provides participants with a fuller understanding of the health concerns of gay and bisexual men.
Session Objectives: 1. List factors contributing to MRSA infection among men who have sex with men. 2. Identify correlates of intentional unprotected anal intercourse. 3. Discuss culturally-appropriate intervention strategies to reduce risky sexual behavior among Black, Hispanic, and white men who have sex with men.
Moderator:

11:15am
“Boys must be men, and men must have sex with women”: A qualitative CBPR study to explore sexual risk among African American, Latino, and white gay men and MSM
Scott Rhodes, PhD, MPH, CHES, Kenneth Hergenrather, PhD, MSEd, MRC, Aaron T. Vissman, MPH, Jason Stowers, A. Bernard Davis, MBA, Anthony Hannah, AAS, Jorge Alonzo, JD and Flavio Francisco Marsiglia, PhD

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Organized by: LGBT Caucus of Public Health Professionals
Endorsed by: HIV/AIDS, Socialist Caucus, Social Work

CE Credits: Medical (CME), Health Education (CHES), Nursing (CNE), Public Health (CPH)