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Prevention study for HIV Infections
Official title Syringe Service Based Telemedicine and Social Network Driven HIV Prevention Service Implementation
ClinicalTrials.gov ID: NCT06103370
What this study is testing
- What it's testing
- The goal of this clinical trial is to evaluate the effectiveness of a social network intervention to recruit people who inject drugs and their networks for HIV testing and linkage to HIV prevention and treatment services in Maryland. Study aims are to determine the effectiveness of a social network driven intervention to increase: HIV testing (primary); PrEP knowledge; Uptake of HIV services and pre-exposure prophylaxis (PrEP); Uptake of medication for opioid use disorder (MOUD) initiation.
- 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
You may be able to join if
- for index participants:
- Aged 18 or older
- Self-reported injection drug use in the prior month
- Accessed services at the SSP in the prior 3 months
- Willing to undergo training and attend weekly booster group sessions
You likely can't join if
- Individuals lacking the capacity to consent
See the full eligibility criteria
- for index participants:
- Aged 18 or older
- Self-reported injection drug use in the prior month
- Accessed services at the SSP in the prior 3 months
- Willing to undergo training and attend weekly booster group sessions
- Able to recruit at least 1 drug use Network Member (NM) into study
- Willing to talk with peers about PWID topics such as HIV prevention and care
- Not previously enrolled in the study as index or NM
- English-speaking for network member participants:
- Aged 18 or older
- Self-reported injection drug use in the prior month
- Have a valid coupon or able to recall the 3-digit ID number
- Not previously enrolled in the study as index or NM
- English-speaking
- Individuals lacking the capacity to consent
The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where it's taking place
- Baltimore, Maryland, United States
- Frederick, Maryland, 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 all sexes, 18 years and older. The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where is this trial taking place?
Study sites include Baltimore, Maryland, United States; Frederick, Maryland, United States. Enter your location above to see the nearest site and check your eligibility.
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BridgeMD is an information and trial-matching tool - not medical advice, and not the study sponsor. Details come from ClinicalTrials.gov; the study team decides eligibility.