Fast Facts
18+ Years Old
Hispanic/Latino Men
Conducted Remotely
Study Background
Researchers at the University of Miami are conducting a study for Hispanic/Latino men ages 18+ to improve access to HIV prevention and health services for sexual minority men and men who have sex with men.
Miami continues to face some of the highest rates of new HIV diagnoses in the United States, and Latino men who have sex with men (MSM) are disproportionately impacted. Research shows that many Latino MSM encounter barriers when trying to access HIV prevention and treatment services, including challenges with referrals and finding trusted, culturally responsive care.
The JUNTOS Study was created to address these gaps by testing two different tools designed to help Latino MSM connect with local health services they may be interested in—such as PrEP, PEP, Rapid ART, HIV treatment, mental health care, and substance‑use services. Ultimately, the results of his study could help lead to improved access to health services and reduce HIV cases in the Latino MSM community.
Study Background
Researchers at the University of Miami are conducting a study for Hispanic/Latino men ages 18+ to improve access to HIV prevention and health services for sexual minority men and men who have sex with men.
Miami continues to face some of the highest rates of new HIV diagnoses in the United States, and Latino men who have sex with men (MSM) are disproportionately impacted. Research shows that many Latino MSM encounter barriers when trying to access HIV prevention and treatment services, including challenges with referrals and finding trusted, culturally responsive care.
The JUNTOS Study was created to address these gaps by testing two different tools designed to help Latino MSM connect with local health services they may be interested in—such as PrEP, PEP, Rapid ART, HIV treatment, mental health care, and substance‑use services. Ultimately, the results of his study could help lead to improved access to health services and reduce HIV cases in the Latino MSM community.
Additional Information
This study is being done to understand how two different tools can help Hispanic/Latino gay, bisexual, and other men who have sex with men find local HIV prevention, treatment, mental health, and substance use services that are useful and accessible. The goal is to evaluate these tools and understand how they help Latino gay, bisexual, and other MSM find relevant health services.
You may qualify for the study if you meet the following criteria:
Inclusion Criteria:
18 years or older
Identifies as Latino or Hispanic
Identifies as a sexual minority man or reports being a man who has sex with men
Completed an HIV test with a test counselor in the last 3 months
Lives in Miami-Dade, Broward, or Palm Beach County
If you decide to join and you’re eligible for the JUNTOS Study, you’ll follow a few simple steps:
1. Screening: You’ll start with a short screening questionnaire to see if you’re eligible to join.
2. Consent: If you’re eligible, we’ll call to confirm and review an online consent form and you can decide whether you’d like to participate.
3. First survey: You’ll complete a quick 10‑minute online survey about your background and experiences with health services.
4. Access to a tool: You’ll be randomly given access to one of two tools designed to help you find local health services such as PrEP, PEP, Rapid ART, HIV treatment, mental health care, or substance‑use services.
5. Explore at your own pace: You can use the tool to explore services that interest you. There’s no requirement to start any new service.
6. Second survey: About three months later, you’ll complete another brief 10‑minute online survey about your experience.
7. Optional interview: Some participants may be invited to take part in a one‑hour optional interview to share more about their experience with the tool.
After consenting and fully enrolling in the study, you may receive a total compensation of up to $90.
There is no cost for you to participate in our research study.
