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Acceptability of unsupervised peer-based distribution of HIV oral self-testing for the hard-to-reach in rural KwaZulu Natal, South Africa: Results from a demonstration study.

Marcel K KitengeChinmay LaxmeshwarElkin Bermudez AzaEllie Ford-KamaraGilles Van CutsemNtombi GcwensaEsther C CasasKhanyo HlophePetros IsaakidisLiesbet Ohler
Published in: PloS one (2022)
Unsupervised peer-distribution of HIVST was feasible and acceptable, with more than 25% accepting to be peer-distributors. Acceptability of HIVST was thrice as high in community sites compared to clinics.
Keyphrases
  • south africa
  • hiv positive
  • machine learning
  • mental health
  • antiretroviral therapy
  • healthcare
  • hepatitis c virus
  • hiv infected
  • hiv testing
  • men who have sex with men