Low Knowledge, Awareness, and Availability of Sexual Health Services: An Assessment of a Diverse North Dallas Community.

Abstract

An exploratory community assessment in an underserved community in Dallas, Texas, was conducted to gain insight into perceptions of existing access, barriers, and preferences for sexual health services (n=100). Most participants said they would feel comfortable accessing sexual health services in a mobile clinic (91%). Wide lack of awareness of sexual health services was cited as the primary barrier by 57%. Many ethnic and sexual minorities disproportionately affected by HIV/STI epidemics lack access to sexual health services in their communities.