探討35歲以上臺灣男同志的PrEP相關經驗之研究 (Study on PrEP-Related Experiences among Tongzhi Aged 35 and Older in Taiwan)

研究目的

本研究旨在瞭解台灣 35 歲及以上的男同志在獲取 PrEP （愛滋暴露前預防性投藥，pre-exposure prophylaxis）上的經驗與想法。透過 35 歲以上男同志的觀點，本研究希望能探討如何形塑更具年齡包容性的愛滋防治策略，並回應同志社群在世代間的（性）健康差異。

參與內容

若您同意參與，您將接受一次約 30–60 分鐘的訪談，詢問您對PrEP、HIV與性健康等議題的經驗與想法。

您可自由選擇透過實體或線上（Cisco Webex）進行訪談，並於完成訪談後，自由選擇是否想收到初步研究結果並提供我們回饋。

參與條件

如果您符合以下條件，我們誠摯邀請您的參與：

• 年滿 35 歲

• 自我認同為男同志（同性戀、雙性戀，或與男性曾有性行為之男性

• 目前居住在台灣

• 訪談中同意錄音

* 您不需要曾經使用過 PrEP 也能參與！

隱私與退出

本研究所蒐集之所有資料將會進行去識別化，意即所有資料將以研究編號標示，並移除所有可能直接辨識身分之資訊。因研究行政目的（如參與資格確認、訪談安排與後續聯絡），研究人員將蒐集少量必要之聯絡資訊，並與其他研究資料分開保存。錄音檔案將於逐字稿完成並確認後刪除。

於訪談中，您可隨時跳過任何問題、暫停或中止。於訪談結束後若欲退出，您可於一週內聯絡研究者撤回您的資料。若於一週後退出，資料可能已進入分析，但將不會在任何公開發表中使用可能辨識您身分之內容。

潛在風險

訪談中可能涉及敏感話題而造成潛在的心理壓力。於訪談之中，您得以隨時選擇跳過不願意回答或讓您感到不適之問題，亦能選擇暫停或結束訪談。訪談將以您的個人經驗為主，並無正確或錯誤的答案。您可依自身的舒適程度，決定分享的內容深度與訪談節奏。訪談之後，依您要求，我們亦將提供您同志友善社區與心理健康之資源清單。

參與酬勞

完成訪談後，我們將提供您參與酬勞，以感謝您的時間與參與。

參與方式

若您有意願參與本研究，請透過此電子郵件與研究團隊聯繫：taiwan.prep.dlsph@utoronto.ca

研究人員將回覆您的來信，並邀請您填寫一份訪談前篩選問卷（約 5–10 分鐘）。完成問卷後，研究團隊將再次與您聯繫，以安排後續訪談事宜。

此問卷資料僅用於確認參與資格及協助招募過程。若不符參與資格、決定不參與、或中途退出，此問卷資料將會立即刪除。

聯絡人

若您對於本研究有任何疑問，請不吝於聯繫：
研究主持人：林耕暉
單位：多倫多大學 Dalla Lana 公共衛生學院
Email：taiwan.prep.dlsph@utoronto.ca

Project Title

Study on PrEP-Related Experiences among Tongzhi Aged 35 and Older in Taiwan

Study Purpose
This study aims to understand the experiences of Tongzhi (gay, bisexual, and other men who have sex with men) aged 35 and above in Taiwan when accessing HIV prevention medication (PrEP). The findings will help inform more equitable and age-inclusive HIV prevention policies and healthcare resources.

Study Procedures
If you agree to participate, you will be invited to take part in a one-time interview lasting about 30–60 minutes, either online (via Cisco Webex) or in person. The interview will focus on your perspectives and experiences with PrEP, HIV, and sexual health in general. After the interview, you may also choose to receive a summary of preliminary findings and provide feedback.

Eligibility

• Age 35 or older

• Identify as gay, bisexual, or a man who has sex with men

• Currently reside in Taiwan

• Provide consent for audio recording during the interview

Privacy and Withdrawal
All study data will be labeled using a unique study ID, with any directly identifying information removed and replaced by this ID. Limited contact information (primarily email address) will be collected for research administration purposes and stored separately from other types of study data. Only fully de-identified data will be used for analysis and further publications. Audio recordings will be deleted once transcripts are verified. You may skip any question or stop the interview at any time. You may also request withdrawal of your data within one week after the interview. If you withdraw after one week, your data may already be included in analysis, but your direct quotes will not be used in any reports or publications.

Potential Risks
Some questions may feel sensitive or cause discomfort, but you may skip any question or stop the interview at any time. The interview will focus on your personal experiences, and there are no right or wrong answers. You may guide the depth and pace of the discussion according to your comfort level. After the interview, you will also receive a list of LGBTQ+ friendly community and mental health resources in Taiwan upon your request.

Honorarium
After the interview, you will receive an honorarium of appreciation for your participation.

How to Participate

If you are interested in participating in this study, please contact the research team by email: taiwan.prep.dlsph@utoronto.ca

A member of the research team will respond and invite you to complete a brief pre-interview screening survey (approximately 5–10 minutes). After completing the survey, the research team will contact you again to arrange the interview details.

The information collected in this survey will only be used to confirm eligibility and to contact eligible participants. Data from individuals who are ineligible, decline to participate, or withdraw will be deleted immediately.

Contact Information
Principal Investigator: Geng-Hui Lin
Institution: Dalla Lana School of Public Health, University of Toronto
Email：taiwan.prep.dlsph@utoronto.ca