Join us in an in-depth conversation with Dr. Oluwafemi Adeagbo, an assistant professor and applied social scientist renowned for his collaborative HIV-related research. In this episode, Dr. Adeagbo shares insights from his groundbreaking study on the barriers and facilitators to Pre-Exposure Prophylaxis (PrEP) uptake among Hispanics and Black/African American men who engage in same-sex relationships in Iowa.
Originally from Nigeria and now based in the U.S., Dr. Adeagbo opens up about his motivations behind exploring health disparities within the LGBTQ community and discusses the challenges he faced on his journey to becoming a distinguished researcher. Through this engaging dialogue, discover how personal experiences and societal expectations shape research dynamics and influence healthcare perceptions.
We delve into Dr. Adeagbo’s recent findings, shedding light on the implications of limited PrEP awareness, stigma, medical insurance issues, and the impact of social and professional perceptions on individuals' decisions to seek health interventions. He emphasises the significance of tailored public health approaches to effectively reach underserved populations without further marginalising vulnerable communities.
Don't miss this opportunity to gain valuable insights into global health challenges and innovative solutions aimed at advancing public health, particularly within marginalised and resource-constrained settings.
To access Dr. Adeagbo's paper -https://journals.sagepub.com/doi/10.1177/20499361241267151 
To about PreP (World Health Organisation) - https://www.who.int/teams/global-hiv-hepatitis-and-stis-programmes/hiv/prevention/pre-exposure-prophylaxis
NSW Health (Australia) - https://www.health.nsw.gov.au/endinghiv/Documents/prep-patient-information-booklet.pdf
National Department of Health (South Africa) - https://knowledgehub.health.gov.za/elibrary/updated-guidelines-provision-oral-pre-exposure-prophylaxis-prep-persons-substantial-risk 
Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (United States of America) - https://www.cdc.gov/hivnexus/hcp/prep/index.html
 
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