Improving HIV testing and prevention among men in Kenya
Self-Test Strategies and Linkage Incentives to Improve ART and PrEP Uptake in Men
This study is all about helping men, especially fishermen in the Lake Victoria area of Kenya, get tested for HIV and start treatment by using new ideas like self-testing and support from friends, making it easier and more appealing for them to take care of their health.
Quick facts
| Grant type | R01 grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | University of California, San Francisco NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (San Francisco, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-10632006 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research aims to enhance HIV testing and treatment uptake among men, particularly fishermen in Kenya's Lake Victoria communities, where HIV rates are high. It utilizes innovative methods such as HIV self-testing and social network interventions to encourage men to get tested and linked to care. By training influential men within their social circles to promote testing, the study seeks to increase awareness and access to HIV prevention and treatment services. The approach includes providing low-cost incentives to motivate participation and improve health outcomes.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are men, particularly those involved in fishing communities in Kenya, who are at risk of or living with HIV.
Not a fit: Patients who are not men or those who do not reside in the targeted communities may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could significantly increase HIV testing rates and improve access to treatment for men at high risk of HIV in sub-Saharan Africa.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown promise in using social network-based interventions and self-testing strategies to improve health outcomes in similar populations.
Where this research is happening
San Francisco, United States
- University of California, San Francisco — San Francisco, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Camlin, Carol Suzanne — University of California, San Francisco
- Study coordinator: Camlin, Carol Suzanne
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.