Uninsured, HIV-positive patients’ reasons for their medically uninsured status: N = 11.
| REASON FOR UNINSURED STATUS | N (%) |
|---|---|
| Landed immigrant 3-month waiting period | 2 (18) |
| No permanent resident status in Canada (includes individuals in the process of applying for residency in Canada) | 4 (36) |
| Lost or expired health card | 1 (9) |
| Foreign visitor | 2 (18) |
| No reason provided | 2 (18) |