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Social Media Engagement and HIV Testing Among Men Who Have Sex With Men in China: A Nationwide Cross-Sectional Survey.

Bolin CaoChuncheng LiuMaya DurvasulaWeiming TangStephen W PanAdam J SafferChongyi WeiJoseph D Tucker
Published in: Journal of medical Internet research (2017)
Our data suggest that social media use, particularly on multifunctional platforms such as WeChat and with contributing behaviors, is correlated with HIV testing among MSM in China. Campaigns that promote active participant contribution on social media beyond passive observation and endorsement of promotional materials are needed. This study has implications for the design and implementation of social media interventions to promote HIV testing.
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