Video-logs for HIV Prevention
(PrEP Trial)
Trial Summary
Will I have to stop taking my current medications?
The trial information does not specify whether you need to stop taking your current medications. It focuses on increasing willingness to start PrEP among participants.
What data supports the effectiveness of the Video-log (vlog) series treatment for HIV prevention?
Research shows that video-based interventions, like smartphone-delivered videos, are acceptable and engaging for people in HIV prevention programs. Additionally, technology-based interventions, such as videophone sessions, have been effective in improving medication adherence in people living with HIV.12345
Is there any safety data available for the Video-log series used in HIV prevention trials?
How does the Video-logs for HIV Prevention treatment differ from other HIV prevention methods?
The Video-logs for HIV Prevention treatment is unique because it uses video-based interventions delivered via smartphones or handheld devices to educate and reduce HIV risk, making it accessible and engaging for users. This approach leverages technology to provide real-time, personalized education, which is different from traditional methods that may not utilize digital platforms.15111213
What is the purpose of this trial?
The primary objective of this R34 proposal is to increase willingness for PrEP initiation and PrEP initiation among Cisgender Black Women (CBW) and increase willingness to prescribe/refer pre-exposure prophylaxis (PrEP) to CBW among healthcare providers (HCPs) in Houston/Harris County, a high priority Ending the HIV Epidemic (EHE) jurisdiction.
Research Team
Mandy Hill, DrPH,MPH,HIVPCP
Principal Investigator
University of Texas Medical Branch, Galveston
Eligibility Criteria
This trial is for cisgender Black women in Houston/Harris County interested in HIV prevention, and healthcare providers willing to prescribe/refer PrEP. Specific eligibility criteria are not detailed here.Inclusion Criteria
Exclusion Criteria
Timeline
Screening
Participants are screened for eligibility to participate in the trial
Treatment
Participants will watch a health-informed video-log series and complete a second survey (post-test)
Follow-up
Participants are monitored for willingness to access/use PrEP and adherence to PrEP regimen
Treatment Details
Interventions
- Video-log (vlog) series
Find a Clinic Near You
Who Is Running the Clinical Trial?
The University of Texas Medical Branch, Galveston
Lead Sponsor
National Institute of Mental Health (NIMH)
Collaborator