Increasing HIV Testing and Prevention for Black Gay and Bisexual Men
Estimating the Impact of a Multilevel, Multicomponent Intervention to Increase Uptake of HIV Testing and Biomedical HIV Prevention Among African-American/Black Gay, Bisexual and Same-gender Loving Men
This study is testing a new approach to help Black gay and bisexual men in New York City get more HIV tests and access prevention methods like PrEP to improve their health.
Quick facts
| Phase | Not applicable |
|---|---|
| Study type | Interventional |
| Enrollment | 480 (estimated) |
| Ages | 18 Years to 65 Years |
| Sex | Male |
| Sponsor | Columbia University Academic / other |
| Locations | 1 site (New York, New York) |
| Trial ID | NCT06785376 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this trial studies
This study evaluates a comprehensive intervention aimed at increasing HIV testing and the uptake of PrEP among Black gay, bisexual, and same-gender loving men. It combines evidence-based strategies, including peer-based HIV self-testing and community-level media campaigns, with novel components designed to empower participants. The study will follow 480 eligible participants in New York City over 18 months, utilizing a factorial design to assess the effectiveness of different intervention combinations. The goal is to address barriers to HIV prevention and improve health outcomes in this community.
Who should consider this trial
Good fit: Ideal candidates are Black MSM aged 18-65 who reside in the NYC metro area and are not currently HIV-positive.
Not a fit: Patients who are already HIV-positive or currently on PEP or PrEP will not benefit from this study.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this intervention could significantly increase HIV testing and PrEP uptake among Black MSM, leading to better health outcomes and reduced HIV transmission rates.
How similar studies have performed: Other studies have shown success with similar community-based interventions targeting HIV prevention among marginalized populations.
Eligibility criteria
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Inclusion Criteria: 1. assigned biological male sex at birth; 2. 18-65 years of age; 3. self-identify as: Black, African-American, Afro-Caribbean, Black African, Afro-Latino or multiethnic Black; 4. reside in the NYC metro area; (5) not HIV-positive (tested before randomization); 6\) report insertive or receptive anal intercourse with another man in the past six months; 7) not currently on PEP or PrEP; 8) communicate in English or Spanish; 9) provide informed consent for the study. Exclusion Criteria: * Sexual identity is not an exclusion criterion * potential participants who self-identify as Latino must also identify as Black (as per above) to be included
Where this trial is running
New York, New York
- Columbia University — New York, New York, United States (Recruiting)
Study contacts
- Study coordinator: Victoria Frye, MPH, DrPH
- Email: vaf5@columbia.edu
- Phone: 2128534490
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.