Pharmacy-based PrEP for Young Women Who Sell Sex in Zimbabwe

Launched by UNIVERSITY OF CALIFORNIA, BERKELEY · Mar 29, 2024

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ClinConnect Summary

This clinical trial, called “Pharmacy-based PrEP for Young Women Who Sell Sex in Zimbabwe,” is exploring a new way to help young women who sell sex protect themselves from HIV. The study aims to make it easier for these women to access a preventive medication known as PrEP, which can significantly reduce the risk of getting HIV. Currently, many women who start taking PrEP stop returning for their medication after just a few months. By providing PrEP through pharmacies and offering small rewards, like gift cards, the researchers hope to encourage more women to keep using the medication consistently.

To participate in this trial, individuals must be at least 16 years old, have sold sex for money or gifts in the last six months, and be HIV negative at the time of enrollment. Participants can expect support and guidance throughout the study, as well as a chance to contribute to important research that could improve HIV prevention for women in similar situations. This trial is currently recruiting participants, so it’s a great opportunity for those eligible to take part in a meaningful cause.

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Eligibility criteria

• Inclusion Criteria:
• • 1) Exchanged sexual intercourse for money or gifts in past 6 months
• • 2) Age 16 or older
• • 3) HIV negative (via rapid test per national guidelines) at enrollment and no signs/symptoms of acute HIV infection