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New treatment option for HIV
Official title Reaching the Last 20% (the Pamoja Kwa Afya Study)
ClinicalTrials.gov ID: NCT05882916
What this study is testing
- What it's testing
- This cluster randomized controlled trial will test whether the provision of multiple oral fluid-based HIV self-test kits to women who sell sex (WSS) to secondarily distribute to their male partners who purchase sex can promote uptake of HIV service use by male partners. The study will recruit adult women who report exchanging sex for compensation in Kisumu and Siaya counties in Western Kenya.
- 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, women only. Healthy volunteers may be eligible.
You may be able to join if
- Female
- Age ≥18 years
- Reports exchanging sex for compensation with ≥2 men in the past month
- Engages in sex for compensation in the intervention cluster catchment area
- Willing to participate in a brief questionnaire 6 weeks after enrollment
You likely can't join if
- Unwilling or unable to provide informed consent for participation
See the full eligibility criteria
- Female
- Age ≥18 years
- Reports exchanging sex for compensation with ≥2 men in the past month
- Engages in sex for compensation in the intervention cluster catchment area
- Willing to participate in a brief questionnaire 6 weeks after enrollment
- Plan to remain in the area of study recruitment for the next 8 weeks
- Unwilling or unable to provide informed consent for participation
The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where it's taking place
- Kisumu, Kenya
Compensation & support
Compensation mentioned.
ClinicalTrials.gov doesn't provide a reliable structured field for payment or travel support - confirm details with the study team.
Questions & answers
Do participants get paid in this trial?
This study's listing includes signals that participants may be compensated or receive a stipend. Amounts vary and are set by the study team - confirm the details with them.
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 female, 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 Kisumu, Kenya. Enter your location above to see the nearest site and check your eligibility.
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