RI RP reached out to clinics that provide healthcare services to minority populations. Technical assistance (TA) encounters with Clinica Esperanza and the RI Free Clinic on HIV Pre-Exposure Prophylaxis (PrEP) and HIV/STD testing increased provider knowledge and opened a dialogue about strengthening the referral process to the Miriam Hospital Immunology center to better track newly diagnosed patients. Changes were made to the Miriam Hospital STD Clinic’s intake form to document patient referrals. RI RP provided PrEP information sheets to increase provider knowledge and encourage PrEP prescriptions for patients at higher risk for HIV. In addition, RI RP conducted PrEP education at the RI Adult Correctional Institute and provided clinical consultation to the Department of Correction’s medical director. Future initiatives are planned to implement PrEP referral and navigation programs for persons engaged in the criminal justice system.
National Alliance for HIV Education and Workforce Development
National Alliance for HIV Education and Workforce Development
