California—Mexico Collaborations on Social Marketing Campaigns Targeting Mexican Immigrants

Ojeda, Victoria D.; Hiller, Sarah P.; Estrada, Pamela

doi:10.1080/15245000903324294

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“…Our findings suggest that deportees would benefit from binational collaborations 44 to reduce illicit drug use and the transmission of blood-borne infections. Early, youth-focused interventions for migrant families that foster family relationships, including parental involvement to reduce behavioral problems 45 may have additional benefits for distal outcomes such as substance use and HIV risk behaviors.…”

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A Qualitative View of Drug Use Behaviors of Mexican Male Injection Drug Users Deported from the United States

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Deportees are a hidden yet highly vulnerable and numerous population. Significantly, little data exists about the substance use and deportation experiences of Mexicans deported from the United States. This pilot qualitative study describes illicit drug use behaviors among 24 Mexico-born male injection drug users (IDUs), ≥18 years old, residing in Tijuana, Mexico who self-identified as deportees from the United States. In-person interviews were conducted in Tijuana, Mexico in 2008. Content analysis of interview transcripts identified major themes in participants’ experiences. Few participants had personal or family exposures to illicit drugs prior to their first U.S. migration. Participants reported numerous deportations. Social (i.e., friends/family, post-migration stressors) and environmental factors (e.g., drug availability) were perceived to contribute to substance use initiation in the U.S. Drugs consumed in the United States included marijuana, heroin, cocaine, methamphetamine, and crack. More than half of men were IDUs prior to deportation. Addiction and justice system experiences reportedly contributed to deportation. After deportation, several men injected new drugs, primarily heroin or methamphetamine, or a combination of both drugs. Many men perceived an increase in their substance use after deportation and reported shame and loss of familial social and economic support. Early intervention is needed to stem illicit drug use in Mexican migrant youths. Binational cooperation around migrant health issues is warranted. Migrant-oriented programs may expand components that address mental health and drug use behaviors in an effort to reduce transmission of blood-borne infections. Special considerations are merited for substance users in correctional systems in the United States and Mexico, as well as substance users in United States immigration detention centers. The health status and health behaviors of deportees are likely to impact receiving Mexican communities. Programs that address health, social, and economic issues may aid deportees in resettling in Mexico.

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A Qualitative View of Drug Use Behaviors of Mexican Male Injection Drug Users Deported from the United States

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“…Strong interest for binational collaborations between public health agencies in both countries has been previously documented and may be feasible if existing barriers are addressed (Ojeda, Hiller, & Estrada, 2009). Early diagnosis and treatment of HIV can reduce disease progression and future transmission.…”

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Perceived risk of HIV infection among deported male injection drug users in Tijuana, Mexico

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Deported injection drug users (IDUs) in Mexico may be vulnerable to HIV infection following expulsion from the U.S. We examined factors associated with HIV risk perception among a sample of deportees in Tijuana. From January to April 2010, 313 male IDUs who reported ever being deported from the U.S. completed a questionnaire. Overall, 35% (N=110) of deportees perceived HIV risk. In multivariate logistic regression analyses, factors independently associated with HIV risk perception included: ever having a steady female partner in Tijuana post-deportation (Adjusted Odds Ratio (AOR): 2.26; 95% Confidence Interval (CI): 1.01-5.07) and years spent in a U.S. prison (AOR: 1.29 per year; 95% CI: 1.13-1.48). Conversely, years of drug injection use (AOR: 0.95 per year; 95% CI: 0.91-0.99), ever witnessing family members use drugs prior to first migration trip (AOR: 0.24; 95% CI: 0.09-0.65), years of residence in the United States (AOR: 0.91 per year; 95% CI: 0.84-0.98) and being a Tijuana-native (AOR: 0.40; 95% CI: 0.16-0.99) were negatively associated HIV risk perception. U.S.-Mexico border cities that receive deported migrants should target HIV prevention interventions to specific subgroups, including drug-using male deportees. Interventions should consider migrant's time in the U.S., the role of their social networks, and reducing missed opportunities for HIV testing/education.

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“…41,42,72,81 An increasing body of evidence substantiates the need for a coordinated binational HIV strategy that also addresses drug abuse prevention. It is critical to facilitate migrants’ access to affordable and sound substance use treatment services 82 in both Mexico and the U.S.…”

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U.S. Drug Use and Migration Experiences of Mexican Female Sex Workers who are Injection Drug Users

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Rangel³

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Objective To describe U.S.-based drug/sex behaviors and correlates of lifetime U.S. drug use by Mexican female sex workers who inject drugs (FSW-IDUs). Methods Between 2008–2010, 315 migrant FSW-IDUs residing in Tijuana and Ciudad Juarez, Mexico responded to questionnaires. Results Twenty-seven percent (n=85) of FSW-IDUs were U.S. migrants; of these, 46% (n=39) were deportees. One-half of U.S.-migrant FSW-IDUs consumed illicit drugs in the U.S., and two-thirds of these injected drugs in the U.S. Among U.S. injectors, over 75% ever received or shared used injection equipment. The majority (92%) of U.S.-migrant FSW-IDUs never obtained U.S. drug treatment services. HIV prevalence was 4% among U.S.-migrant and 5% among non-U.S. migrant FSW-IDUs; 100% of U.S.-migrant and 75% of non-U.S. migrant FSW-IDUs were unaware of their HIV status. Conclusions Binational coordination to improve access to substance use treatment and HIV testing services in Mexico and the U.S. among marginalized binational migrants may be critical to containing HIV transmission.

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California—Mexico Collaborations on Social Marketing Campaigns Targeting Mexican Immigrants

Cited by 6 publications

References 22 publications

A Qualitative View of Drug Use Behaviors of Mexican Male Injection Drug Users Deported from the United States

A Qualitative View of Drug Use Behaviors of Mexican Male Injection Drug Users Deported from the United States

Perceived risk of HIV infection among deported male injection drug users in Tijuana, Mexico

U.S. Drug Use and Migration Experiences of Mexican Female Sex Workers who are Injection Drug Users

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