American journal of preventive medicine
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Multicenter Study
Gaps in Sexual Assault Health Care Among Homeless Young Adults.
Young adults experiencing homelessness are at increased risk for sexual assault. Receiving a post-sexual assault examination has important implications for HIV and unintended pregnancy prevention; yet, utilization is not well understood. In a population at elevated risk for HIV, unintended pregnancy, and sexual violence, identifying barriers and facilitators to post-sexual assault examination is imperative. ⋯ Interventions are needed to increase use of preventive care after experiencing sexual assault among young adults experiencing homelessness.