Using social media to help young people with HIV stay in care in Uganda

Is this trial a fit for you?

A plain-English reading of the study's rules. Only the study team can confirm whether you qualify.

What this trial studies

This intervention focuses on adolescents and young adults aged 15-24 living with HIV in Uganda, aiming to improve their retention in care through a mobile health (mHealth) approach utilizing social media. The study recognizes that this demographic faces unique challenges in managing their health, often leading to poor outcomes and increased mortality. By developing a youth-friendly intervention that addresses their specific needs and preferences, the study seeks to enhance engagement and adherence to care. The investigator will also receive training in qualitative research, behavioral science, and statistical methods to support the intervention's development and evaluation.

Why it matters

Who can join: the full rules

The eligibility criteria is as follows:

For adolescents and young adults with HIV (AYWH)

1. AYWH who are aged 15-24
2. AYWH who are new to care (less than or equal to one month in care), or who are re-engaging in care after being lost to follow up for greater or equal to six months.
3. Fluent in English or Runyankole (the local language)
4. For aim 3, AYWH who have access (own or shared) to a smartphone

Exclusion criteria for AYWH 1) Inability to provide consent

For counsellors Inclusion criteria

1. Clinic counsellors who are ≥18 years
2. Clinic counsellors who have worked at the HIV clinic for ≥ 1 year

Exclusion criteria

1\) Inability to provide consent

Where it's running

• Mbarara University of Science and Technology
  Mbarara, Uganda Recruiting

Study contacts

• Principal investigator: Julian Adong, MMed — Mbarara University of Science and Technology
• Study coordinator: Julian Adong, MMed
• Email: jadong@must.ac.ug
• Phone: +256 755553595

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How to take part

1. Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
2. Check the official listing on ClinicalTrials.gov for the latest contact details and recruitment status.
3. Contact the study coordinator or principal investigator to ask for pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.