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Preparing for Pre-exposure Prophylaxis Implementation in Central-Eastern European Countries With Low Access to Biomedical Prevention
In Brief
A clinical study evaluating SPARK, HealthMpowerment, and 1 other intervention for Human Immunodeficiency Virus. Completed, enrolled 120 participants across 3 sites in 2 countries.
Detailed Summary
To stem increasing rates of HIV among gay and bisexual men in Central-Eastern Europe, the feasibility, acceptability, and early efficacy of a culturally adapted evidence-based program to introduce pre-exposure prophylaxis (PrEP) into Romania's healthcare practice will be established. PrEP Romania, a hybrid in-person + mHealth PrEP uptake and adherence program, aims to empower gay and bisexual men and their healthcare system to adopt PrEP and support adherence. Findings can inform evidence-based PrEP rollout in other Central-Eastern European countries with similar levels of unpreparedness for biomedical prevention.
Study Details
Timeline
Interventions
SPARK is delivered in a clinic setting by a counselor using motivational interviewing techniques (e.g., open-ended questions, affirmations).
PrEP adherence support app that utilizes engaging social networking and game-based elements, with an in-app portal for individualized live adherence counseling.
Educational information about PrEP provided by physician during medical visits.