Secondary distribution of HIV self-test kits by HIV index and antenatal care clients: implementation and costing results from the STAR Initiative in South Africa.

Vincent ZishiriDonaldson Fadael ConserveZelalem T HaileElizabeth CorbettKarin HatzoldGesine Meyer-RathKatleho MatsimelaLinda SandeMarc d'ElbeeFern Terris-PrestholtCheryl C JohnsonThato ChidarikireFrancois VenterMohammed Majam

Published in: BMC infectious diseases (2023)

Partner-delivered HIVST in real world implementation was able to affordably reach many male partners of ANC attendees and index partners of people newly diagnosed with HIV in South Africa. Given recent COVID-19 related restrictions, partner-delivered HIVST provides an important strategy to maintain essential testing services.

Keyphrases

hiv testing
men who have sex with men
hiv positive
south africa
healthcare
quality improvement
primary care
antiretroviral therapy
newly diagnosed
human immunodeficiency virus
hiv infected
coronavirus disease
sars cov
palliative care
hepatitis c virus
hiv aids
affordable care act
mental health