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New treatment option for HIV Prevention
Official title California MEPS Hub
ClinicalTrials.gov ID: NCT07433985
What this study is testing
- What it's testing
- The California Hub for HIV/SUD Prevention Research with Reentry Populations addresses the question: "Can the evidence-based MEPS intervention be adapted and implemented at a range of organizations to effectively serve a wider range of clients?" The Mobile Enhanced Prevention Support (MEPS) intervention was originally implemented in Los Angeles County and was proven successful in promoting biomedical HIV prevention (PrEP) uptake and preventative screenings in people who used drugs who recently left incarceration. MEPS is an evidence-based intervention for people with substance use disorders (SUD) that incorporates a client-centered planning session, including trained peer mentors, service utilization incentives, and a mobile application (GeoPass).
- 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 to 59, men only. Healthy volunteers may be eligible.
You may be able to join if
- RCT Participants
- Assigned male at birth
- Ages 18 - 59
- Was released from incarceration in the previous 12 months (incarceration is defined as a stay in jail, prison, or detention centers for over 24 hours)
- Reports an SUD diagnosis or seeking SUD services at any time in the 24 months prior to enrollment
You likely can't join if
- RCT Participants:
- Does not have a smart phone and is not willing to obtain one
- Is not able to speak and understand English
- Has insufficient reading skills to operate a mobile application on a cell phone CBO participating in implementation interviews \- n/a
See the full eligibility criteria
- RCT Participants
- Assigned male at birth
- Ages 18 - 59
- Was released from incarceration in the previous 12 months (incarceration is defined as a stay in jail, prison, or detention centers for over 24 hours)
- Reports an SUD diagnosis or seeking SUD services at any time in the 24 months prior to enrollment
- During the 24 months prior to enrollment, either:
- Reports intercourse with a person assigned male at birth
- Reports injection drug use
- Has not received an HIV diagnosis (based on self-report)
- Possesses a smartphone or plans to obtain one
- Plans to reside within designated jurisdictions (counties) for the 9 months following enrollment CBO and agency staff participating in implementation surveys or interviews
- \>=18 years of age
- Employed at a study site or otherwise involved with intervention implementation and/or maintenance OR works at an agency in the counties where the study is taking place (Los Angeles, Riverside, San Bernardino, and...
- Willing to provide informed consent for participation.
- RCT Participants:
- Does not have a smart phone and is not willing to obtain one
- Is not able to speak and understand English
- Has insufficient reading skills to operate a mobile application on a cell phone CBO participating in implementation interviews \- n/a
The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where it's taking place
- Oakland, California, United States
- Riverside, California, 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 to 59 years. Healthy volunteers may be eligible. The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where is this trial taking place?
Study sites include Oakland, California, United States; Riverside, California, United States. Enter your location above to see the nearest site and check your eligibility.
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