Mobile health intervention for young adults with HIV in Zambia
Adapting mHealth Interventions to Improve Self-management of HIV and Substance Use Among Emerging Adults in Zambia
This study is testing a mobile health program to help young adults with HIV in Zambia manage their health better and reduce substance use.
Quick facts
| Phase | Not applicable |
|---|---|
| Study type | Interventional |
| Enrollment | 100 (estimated) |
| Ages | 18 Years to 24 Years |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | University of Massachusetts, Worcester Academic / other |
| Locations | 1 site (Lusaka) |
| Trial ID | NCT06415357 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this trial studies
This project aims to develop and implement a multi-component intervention utilizing mobile health technology to enhance HIV self-management and decrease substance use among emerging adults living with HIV in Zambia. The intervention includes Mobile Healthy Choices (mHC) and Motivational Text Messaging (MTM) tailored for individuals aged 18 to 24 who demonstrate low medication adherence and risky alcohol use. By leveraging mobile technology, the study seeks to provide accessible support and resources to improve health outcomes in this population.
Who should consider this trial
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this study are Zambian emerging adults aged 18 to 24 who are living with HIV and exhibit low medication adherence and problematic alcohol use.
Not a fit: Patients who are not living with HIV or those with serious cognitive or psychiatric issues that hinder informed consent may not benefit from this study.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this intervention could significantly improve medication adherence and overall health management for young adults living with HIV.
How similar studies have performed: Other studies utilizing mobile health interventions for HIV management have shown promise, indicating that this approach is both relevant and potentially effective.
Eligibility criteria
Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Zambian emerging adults living with HIV Inclusion Criteria: * Aged between 18 and 24 years * Report visual analogue scale showing \<80% medication adherence in the last month AND problematic/risky alcohol use in the last month * Speak English, Nyanja, or Bemba Exclusion Criteria: * Have a serious cognitive or psychiatric problem that would compromise ability to provide informed consent * currently enrolled in another HIV intervention study
Where this trial is running
Lusaka
- University of Zambia — Lusaka, Zambia (Recruiting)
Study contacts
- Principal investigator: Bo Wang, PhD — University of Massachusetts, Worcester
- Study coordinator: Joseph Zulu, PhD
- Email: josephmumbazulu@gmail.com
- Phone: +260771514511
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.