A Scoping Review of Peer Navigation Programs for People Living with HIV: Form, Function and Effects.

ABSTRACT: This scoping review maps recent research into peer navigation programs for people living with HIV. Four databases were systematically searched in June 2020. Results were screened according to defined criteria and were not restricted to any design, outcome or country. Six papers drew from randomised control trials, five from quasi-experimental or pragmatic trials, and four panel, eight qualitative, three mixed method and one cross-sectional designs were included for review. Programs incorporated health systems navigation and social support. Authors provided strong theoretical bases for peers to enhance program effects. Studies primarily reported program effects on continuum of care outcomes. Further research is required to capture the role HIV peer navigators play in preventing disease and

SUBMITTER: Krulic T 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC9640407 | biostudies-literature | 2022 Dec

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature