Randomized controlled trial of a pilot PrEP linkage intervention for individuals leaving incarceration in a southern state: Design and baseline characteristics

Authors: Heather Horton, S Alexandra Marshall, Mofan Gu, Brooklyn Tody, Timikia Jackson, Nick Zaller

This pilot study, PrEP-Link, tests using community health workers (CHWs) to help people leaving incarceration access PrEP (a daily HIV prevention medication) and other services. Eighty participants were enrolled, with half receiving standard care and half getting additional personalized support from CHWs for up to a year. At baseline, participants showed high risk for HIV and significant barriers to accessing PrEP, but many expressed willingness to use it. Findings will guide future CHW-led interventions to improve healthcare access for this group.

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Resource Topic: HIV, PrEP

Resource Type: Randomized controlled trial

Year: 2024

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Country: United States of America

Publisher May Restrict Access: No