Evaluation of a Web-based tailored intervention (TAVIE en sante) to support people living with HIV in the adoption of health promoting behaviours: an online randomized controlled trial protocol.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Long-term use of antiretroviral therapy, normal aging, and presence of certain risk factors are associated with metabolic disorders that predispose persons living with HIV to diabetes and cardiovascular diseases. The emergence and progression of these disorders can be prevented by adopting healthy behaviours. Based on the theory of planned behaviour, the Web-based tailored intervention TAVIE en santé was developed. The aim of this study is to evaluate the effectiveness of TAVIE en santé in order to support people living with HIV in the adoption of health promoting behaviours.

Methods/design

An online randomized controlled trial with parallel-groups will be conducted across Canada. To participate in this study, people living with HIV must be: ≥ 18 years, able to re

SUBMITTER: Cote J 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC4603806 | biostudies-literature | 2015 Oct

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature