HIV self-testing with digital supports as the new paradigm: A systematic review of global evidence (2010-2021).

ABSTRACT:

Background

HIV self-testing (HIVST) is recommended by the WHO as an innovative strategy to reach UNAIDS targets to end HIV by 2030. HIVST with digital supports is defined as the use of digital interventions (e.g., website-based, social media, mobile HIVST applications (apps), text messaging (SMS), digital vending machines (digital VMs)) to improve the efficiency and impact of HIVST. HIVST deployment and integration in health services is an emerging priority. We conducted a systematic review aiming to close the gap in evidence that summarizes the impact of digitally supported HIVST and to inform policy recommendations.

Methods

We searched PubMed and Embase for articles and abstracts on HIVST with digital supports published during the period February 1st, 2010 to June 15th, 20

SUBMITTER: McGuire M 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC8367787 | biostudies-literature | 2021 Sep

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature