HIV risks among African American women

Objective: To examine whether African American women's self-perceived risk of acquiring HIV informs their decision to utilize HIV prevention options.;Study Design: This was a cross-sectional study in the form of a 19-question survey questionnaire. Data was measured on a six-point Likert scale. Descriptive analyses and Chi-Square tests were performed with significance levels at p < 0.05.;Population: Women who identified as African American, female, and heterosexual, ages 18 and older and currently living in New York City.;Results: Study included 30 female participants. There was no significant association between self-perceived risk of HIV and consistent condom use. There were strong associations between feeling comfortable discussing HIV status and feeling comfortable asking to use a condom before engaging in sexual intercourse. There was also a strong association between partner trust and feeling comfortable discussing HIV status with a partner.