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 MajamPublished 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.