4. Project aims and methodology
This study aimed to assess the needs of MSM in relation to sexual health, including t heir knowledge and awareness about HIV (including testing) and other STI`s and sexual health services in Hull and the East Riding of Yorkshire. The study also sought to explore their sexual behaviours relating to sexual health with the long term aim of promoting effective HIV prevention intervention and increasing uptake of testing for HIV and other STI`s.
A questionnaire was identified as being the most appropriate form of data collection as it would maintain the anonymity of respondents. The questionnaire used a combination of closed and semi-open quest ions which allowed users to record additional information and free text.