Pandemic Expertise: Qualitative findings on the experiences of living with HIV during the COVID 19 pandemic

Mars, Sarah G.; Spinelli, Matthew A; Ondocsin, Jeff; Koester, Kim A.; Rodriguez, Edda Santiago; Jain, Jennifer; Arreguin, Mireya; Johnson, Mallory O.; Gandhi, Monica

doi:10.1080/09540121.2023.2248579

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Pandemic Expertise: Qualitative findings on the experiences of living with HIV during the COVID 19 pandemic

3 2024
By Mars, Sarah G. ; Spinelli, Matthew A ; Ondocsin, Jeff ; ...
Source: AIDS Care. 36(3):382-389

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Mars, Sarah G. ; Spinelli, Matthew A ; Ondocsin, Jeff ; Koester, Kim A. ; Rodriguez, Edda Santiago ; ... More +

Mars, Sarah G. ; Spinelli, Matthew A ; Ondocsin, Jeff ; Koester, Kim A. ; Rodriguez, Edda Santiago ; Jain, Jennifer ; Arreguin, Mireya ; Johnson, Mallory O. ; Gandhi, Monica Less -
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This qualitative study explored the experiences of people living with HIV (PLWH) in the San Francisco Bay Area, United States, during the COVID-19 pandemic and subsequent public health restrictions at a safety net HIV clinic. Patients (| = 30) were recruited for Spanish/English language semi-structured interviews (| = 30), translated when necessary, and analyzed thematically. The recurring theme of "pandemic expertise" emerged from the data: skills and attitudes developed through living with HIV helped PLWH cope with the COVID-19 pandemic, including effective strategies for dealing with anxiety and depression; appreciation for life; and practical experience of changing behavior to protect their health. A subset did not consider living with HIV helped them adapt to the COVID-19 pandemic, with some describing their lives as chaotic due to housing issues and/or ongoing substance use. Overall, interviewees reported finding trustworthy health information that helped them follow COVID-19 prevention strategies. Although living with HIV is associated with a higher prevalence of mental health concerns, substance use, and stigma, these challenges can also contribute to increased self-efficacy, adaptation, and resilience. Addressing structural issues such as housing appears to be key to responding to both pandemics.
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Anxiety COVID-19 HIV Infections Humans Pandemics Substance-Related Disorders
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HIV Housing Mental Health Resilience
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AIDS Care. 36(3):382-389
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37621106
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PMC10891295
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Journal Article
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R01 AI158013/AI/NIAID NIH HHSUnited States/ ; U01 PS005213/PS/NCHHSTP CDC HHSUnited States/ ; UG3 DA058304/DA/NIDA NIH HHSUnited States/

R01 AI158013/AI/NIAID NIH HHSUnited States/ ; U01 PS005213/PS/NCHHSTP CDC HHSUnited States/ ; UG3 DA058304/DA/NIDA NIH HHSUnited States/ Less -
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36
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