A Multilevel Network Peer Intervention Among Student Men Who Have Sex With Men Attending University: Protocol for an Implementation-Effectiveness Before-After Cohort Study.

ABSTRACT:

Background

The HIV prevalence among student men who have sex with men (MSM) in China is substantially higher than that in the general student population. However, targeted interventions for this vulnerable population remain limited. While digital technologies and peer-led approaches have shown promise in HIV prevention among MSM, their application in university settings is underexplored.

Objective

This study aims to evaluate the implementation and effectiveness of a multilevel, internet-based peer intervention model in reducing HIV and syphilis incidence, improving prevention behaviors, and increasing uptake of HIV-related services among student MSM attending university in Chengdu.

Methods

This prospective before-and-after self-controlled cohort study will evaluate th

SUBMITTER: Xu J 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC12829898 | biostudies-literature | 2026 Jan

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature