An implementation study of oral and blood-based HIV self-testing and linkage to care among men in rural and peri-urban KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa.

ABSTRACT:

Introduction

In South Africa, HIV-infected men are less likely than women to test and know their status (the first UNAIDS "90-90-90" target), and men have worse outcomes across the HIV care cascade. HIV self-testing (HIVST) may address this testing disparity but questions remain over the most effective distribution strategy and linkage following a positive test result. We implemented a men-focused HIVST distribution programme to evaluate components contributing to participation and retention.

Methods

We conducted an implementation study of multi-venue HIVST kit distribution in rural and peri-urban KwaZulu-Natal (KZN), South Africa. We distributed HIVST kits at community points, workplaces and social venues for on site or take-home use. Clients could choose blood-based or ora

SUBMITTER: Shapiro AE 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC7319114 | biostudies-literature | 2020 Jun

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature