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Official title Optimizing PrEP Uptake and Adherence Among Male Sex Workers
ClinicalTrials.gov ID: NCT05736614
What this study is testing
- What it's testing
- "PrEPare for Work" is a randomized controlled trial (RCT) whose goal is to test the efficacy of a behavioral intervention (Short Title: PrEPare for Work) in improving PrEP uptake, adherence, and persistence among male sex workers (MSW)
- Which group you join is decided by chance.
A plain-language read of the study's public ClinicalTrials.gov listing. The study team confirms the details.
Who can take part
Ages 18 and older, men only. Healthy volunteers may be eligible.
You may be able to join if
- Inclusion
- Age: 18 years or older
- Assigned male sex at birth
- Identifies as male at enrollment
- Report having engaged in condomless anal sex with another man in the past 3 months
See the full eligibility criteria
- Inclusion
- Age: 18 years or older
- Assigned male sex at birth
- Identifies as male at enrollment
- Report having engaged in condomless anal sex with another man in the past 3 months
- Report having exchanged sex for money, drugs, items of value, or a place to stay with another man in the past 3 months
- Report HIV status as negative or unsure
- Not currently on PrEP
- Able to understand and speak English or Spanish Exclusion
- Unable to provide informed consent due to severe mental or physical illness, cognitive impairment, or substance intoxication at the time of interview (will use an adapted version of the Evaluation to Sign Consent Form65...
- Discovery of active suicidal ideation or major mental illness (e.g. untreated psychosis or mania) at the time of interview (these patients will be referred immediately for treatment)
- Laboratory or clinical findings that would preclude PrEP initiation (e.g. Chronic Hepatitis B Virus infection, decreased creatinine clearance)
- Participated in the pilot RCT and initiated PrEP during study participation
The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where it's taking place
- Los Angeles, California, United States
- Providence, Rhode Island, United States
Questions & answers
Do participants get paid in this trial?
This listing doesn't specify compensation. Many trials still reimburse travel or offer a stipend, so it's worth asking the study team when you connect.
Is it free to join, and do I need insurance?
Searching and applying through BridgeMD is free. In clinical trials the study-related treatment and visits are generally provided at no cost to you. You usually don't need insurance to take part - confirm specifics with the study team.
How long does this study last?
The listing doesn't state an exact length. The study team walks you through the schedule and number of visits before you decide to enroll.
Who can join this trial?
This study is enrolling male, 18 years and older. Healthy volunteers may be eligible. The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where is this trial taking place?
Study sites include Los Angeles, California, United States; Providence, Rhode Island, United States. Enter your location above to see the nearest site and check your eligibility.
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