Helping young Kenyan women start HIV prevention with peer support and self-testing
Peer PrEP referral + HIV self-test for PrEP initiation among young Kenyan women
This study is exploring new ways to help young women in Kenya easily access HIV prevention methods, like self-testing and peer support, so they can confidently start using PrEP to take control of their sexual health.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Fred Hutchinson Cancer Center NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Seattle, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-10677838 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research focuses on developing innovative ways to help young women in Kenya access HIV prevention methods outside of traditional healthcare settings. It involves using peer support and self-testing for HIV to encourage the initiation of pre-exposure prophylaxis (PrEP). The approach aims to empower women by providing them with the tools and support they need to take charge of their sexual health. By integrating community-based strategies, the research seeks to improve the adoption of PrEP among this vulnerable population.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are young women in Kenya who are at risk of HIV and are seeking effective prevention options.
Not a fit: Patients who are not at risk of HIV or those who are already on PrEP may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could significantly increase the number of young women in Kenya who effectively use HIV prevention methods, reducing the risk of HIV transmission.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown success with peer-based interventions and self-testing in improving HIV prevention uptake, indicating that this approach has potential.
Where this research is happening
Seattle, United States
- Fred Hutchinson Cancer Center — Seattle, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Ortblad, Katrina Frances — Fred Hutchinson Cancer Center
- Study coordinator: Ortblad, Katrina Frances
About this research
- This is an active NIH-funded research project — typically early-stage science, not a clinical trial accepting patient enrollment.
- Some NIH-funded labs run parallel clinical studies or seek volunteers for related work. To check, contact the principal investigator or institution listed above.
- For full project details, budget, and progress reports, visit the official NIH RePORTER page below.