Abstract
Aim: to analyze aspects related to mental health, HIV infection and rapid tests for HIV, syphilis and hepatitis of people living on the streets. Method: cross-sectional study with 100 people in a street situation in Casa da Acolhida and in the Specialized Reference Center for this population. The instruments applied were: sociodemographic; vulnerability to HIV, syphilis and tuberculosis; SRQ scale 20 on mental disorders; Beck Scales Hopelessness, Anxiety, Depression; Resilience; Hamilton Depression; and Vulnerability to HIV/AIDS Questionnaire. In addition, rapid tests were carried out for HIV, syphilis, and hepatitis B and C in order to track the prevalence of these diseases. Results: the presence of depression, anxiety, hopelessness, and drug use was observed. Anxiety has influenced depression and hopelessness, and drug use is related to hopelessness. They presented HIV 5%, syphilis 29%, hepatitis B 1% and absence of hepatitis C. Conclusion: The results show the need to develop specific strategies for this population.References
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