Pharmacy-based HIV prevention for young women selling sex in Zimbabwe
Pharmacy-based PrEP for Young Women Who Sell Sex in Zimbabwe
This study is testing a new way to help young women selling sex in Zimbabwe stick to their HIV prevention medication by using pharmacies and offering gift vouchers.
Quick facts
| Phase | Not applicable |
|---|---|
| Study type | Interventional |
| Enrollment | 200 (estimated) |
| Ages | 16 Years and up |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | University of California, Berkeley Academic / other |
| Locations | 1 site (Harare) |
| Trial ID | NCT06348069 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this trial studies
This study aims to optimize and pilot a pharmacy-based intervention for providing pre-exposure prophylaxis (PrEP) to female sex workers in Zimbabwe. It is a cluster-randomized control trial designed to address low retention rates in PrEP programs among this vulnerable population. The intervention includes pharmacy-based medication refills and the provision of gift vouchers to encourage adherence. The study is co-led by experts in global health and epidemiology from notable institutions.
Who should consider this trial
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this study are young women aged 16 or older who have engaged in sex work in the past six months and are HIV negative.
Not a fit: Patients who are HIV positive or do not engage in sex work may not receive any benefit from this study.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this approach could significantly improve adherence to HIV prevention methods among female sex workers, reducing their risk of HIV infection.
How similar studies have performed: Other studies have shown promise in pharmacy-based PrEP interventions, indicating potential for success in this novel approach.
Eligibility criteria
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Inclusion Criteria: * 1) Exchanged sexual intercourse for money or gifts in past 6 months * 2) Age 16 or older * 3) HIV negative (via rapid test per national guidelines) at enrollment and no signs/symptoms of acute HIV infection
Where this trial is running
Harare
- CESHHAR Zimbabwe — Harare, Zimbabwe (Recruiting)
Study contacts
- Study coordinator: Oppah Kuguyo, PhD
- Email: oppah.kuguyo@ceshhar.co.zw
- Phone: 263775282460
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.