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Title: HIV testing and STI self-sampling behaviors among minority college students: A brief report.
Authors: Anya, Nmesoma F. (AUTHOR), Reeves, Jaquetta M. (AUTHOR)
Source: Journal of American College Health. Jul2026, Vol. 74 Issue 6, p1586-1589. 4p.
Subjects: Prevention of sexually transmitted diseases, Diagnosis of HIV infections, HIV prevention, Health literacy, Cross-sectional method, Mobile apps, African Americans, Risk-taking behavior, Diagnostic reagents & test kits, Questionnaires, Statistical sampling, Hispanic Americans, Human sexuality, Sex education, Descriptive statistics, Dating (Social customs), Sex customs, Pre-exposure prophylaxis, AIDS serodiagnosis, Health behavior, Condoms, Home diagnostic tests, Minorities, Psychology of college students, Student attitudes, Data analysis software, Patient self-monitoring, Self diagnosis, Sexual health
Geographic Terms: Texas
Abstract: Objective: To examine HIV/STI testing behaviors, awareness of self-sampling kits, and knowledge of PrEP among minority college students attending a large public university in North Texas. Participants: A convenience sample of 110 students (64.8% Black, 35.2% Hispanic/Latino) completed an anonymous online survey between October and November 2023. Methods: A cross-sectional survey assessed sexual behaviors, HIV/STI testing history, self-sampling, PrEP awareness, and condom use. Descriptive statistics were used for analysis. Results: Most participants had never tested for HIV (73.6%) or STIs (68.2%). Awareness of self-sampling kits (23.6%) and PrEP (18.2%) was low; only 2.7% had used a kit, and inconsistent condom use was common. Despite these risks, most recognized that young adults remain vulnerable to HIV (91.8%) and STIs (97.3%). Conclusions: Persistent disparities and limited awareness of prevention resources exist among minority college students. Expanding culturally relevant education, PrEP outreach, and self-sampling access is essential to advance sexual health equity. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]
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  Data: Objective: To examine HIV/STI testing behaviors, awareness of self-sampling kits, and knowledge of PrEP among minority college students attending a large public university in North Texas. Participants: A convenience sample of 110 students (64.8% Black, 35.2% Hispanic/Latino) completed an anonymous online survey between October and November 2023. Methods: A cross-sectional survey assessed sexual behaviors, HIV/STI testing history, self-sampling, PrEP awareness, and condom use. Descriptive statistics were used for analysis. Results: Most participants had never tested for HIV (73.6%) or STIs (68.2%). Awareness of self-sampling kits (23.6%) and PrEP (18.2%) was low; only 2.7% had used a kit, and inconsistent condom use was common. Despite these risks, most recognized that young adults remain vulnerable to HIV (91.8%) and STIs (97.3%). Conclusions: Persistent disparities and limited awareness of prevention resources exist among minority college students. Expanding culturally relevant education, PrEP outreach, and self-sampling access is essential to advance sexual health equity. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]
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