Abstract
HIV infected individuals recently released from incarceration experience lack of access or falling out of care at higher rates than the general population. This study performed secondary analyses of STTR-CJ cohort data to determine predicting factors of retention of care, as well as successful interventions aimed at improving connection to care for Persons Living with HIV. Bivariate analysis was performed on all predictor variables and their strength in determining care retention was determined. Complete case management (OR=19.10), peer navigation (OR=1.96), opiate therapy (OR 1.44), and previous treatment for depression or mental health (OR=2.82) were all positive predictors of completing a full HIV care regimen, while Black individuals (OR=0.52) and individuals not receiving treatment for depressive symptoms (OR=0.60) were more likely to fall out of care at some point. When adjusted for age and education levels, similar odds ratios were found. These predictors can be utilized to tailor intervention approaches towards this population to ensure the largest chances for connection to care.
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