Improving HIV prevention and care for rural sexual minority and American Indian men in Oklahoma
e-HERO: Ending the HIV Epidemic in Rural Oklahoma
This study is testing an online program to see if it can help rural sexual minority and American Indian men in Oklahoma get better at preventing HIV and syphilis through education and support.
Quick facts
| Phase | Not applicable |
|---|---|
| Study type | Interventional |
| Enrollment | 200 (estimated) |
| Ages | 17 Years to 29 Years |
| Sex | Male |
| Sponsor | Northern Arizona University Academic / other |
| Locations | 1 site (Flagstaff, Arizona) |
| Trial ID | NCT05664802 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this trial studies
This study aims to enhance HIV and syphilis testing, increase condom use, and promote PrEP uptake among sexual minority men and American Indian men in rural Oklahoma. It employs an online intervention called e-HERO, which consists of 10 interactive modules designed to improve knowledge and self-efficacy regarding HIV and STI prevention. Participants will be randomly assigned to either the e-HERO intervention or a control group receiving standard information. The study will also include virtual group discussions with peer mentors to foster community support and engagement.
Who should consider this trial
Good fit: Ideal candidates are American Indian or sexual minority men aged 17 to 29 residing in rural Oklahoma.
Not a fit: Patients who are already diagnosed with HIV or those who do not meet the age or residency criteria may not benefit from this study.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this intervention could significantly reduce HIV transmission rates and improve health outcomes for at-risk populations in rural Oklahoma.
How similar studies have performed: Other studies have shown success with culturally tailored interventions for HIV prevention, indicating potential for positive outcomes with this approach.
Eligibility criteria
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Inclusion Criteria: * Provide signed and dated informed consent form * Be willing and able to follow study procedures and instructions and be available for the duration of the study * Be between 17 and 29 years of age * Be American Indian or a gay, bisexual, or other man who has sex with men. American Indian status is self-identified-no tribal enrollment verification will be required. * Be a resident of Oklahoma, in a rural identified county Exclusion Criteria: * Anything that would place the individual at increased risk or preclude the individual's full compliance with, or completion of, the study. * HIV diagnosis
Where this trial is running
Flagstaff, Arizona
- Northern Arizona University — Flagstaff, Arizona, United States (Recruiting)
Study contacts
- Principal investigator: Julie Baldwin, Ph.D. — Northern Arizona University
- Study coordinator: Julie Baldwin, Ph.D.
- Email: Julie.Baldwin@nau.edu
- Phone: 9285236566
How to participate
- Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
- Visit the official trial page on ClinicalTrials.gov for the most current contact information and recruitment status.
- Contact the listed study coordinator or principal investigator to request pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.