This survey examined the extent of HIV prevention interventions available to approximately 70,000 inmates housed in the 69 correctional facilities that comprise New York State's prison system and explored barriers to offering prevention services. Specific HIV prevention interventions were selected. A written survey was used to ascertain their availability within the previous 12-month period at each correctional facility. Correctional facilities reported a high level of availability of HIV prevention interventions and services. All 69 (100%) reported prevention education, and 59 (86%) said they met or exceeded inmate demand. More than 90% reported individual and group counseling and more than three-quarters offered both English and Spanish. Support groups were reported as being offered at 50 (73%) prisons. Significant progress in meeting HIV prevention needs of New York State inmates has been achieved. The Criminal Justice Initiative is a highly effective service delivery model. Efforts to better meet needs of Spanish-speaking inmates should continue.
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