Research from Goodreau, Hamilton and Co-Authors Featured in AP News Story on Young Americans’ Use of Contraceptives
Posted: 10/3/2024 (CSDE Research)
Data suggesting that young Americans’ condom usage is declining has triggered concern among HIV experts. An AP News article on this subject cites research from lead author Steve Goodreau (UW Anthropology & CSDE Development Core Director) and co-authors including CSDE Senior Research Scientist/ Engineer Deven Hamilton in AIDS and Behavior which finds evidence of reduced condom usage in younger populations. For the news article, Goodreau emphasized how increasing use of pre-exposure prophylaxis (PrEP) may contribute to a higher risk of HIV transmission. Read the journal article here.