2023
DOI: 10.1101/2023.11.05.23298135
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Social Network Strategies to Distribute HIV Self-testing Kits: A Global Systematic Review and Network Meta-analysis

Siyue Hu,
Fengshi Jing,
Chengxin Fan
et al.

Abstract: IntroductionSocial network strategies, in which social networks are utilized to influence individuals or communities, are increasingly being used to deliver human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) interventions to key populations. We summarized and critically assessed existing research on the effectiveness of social network strategies in promoting HIV self-testing (HIVST).MethodsUsing search terms related to social network interventions and HIVST, we searched five databases for trials published between January 1st,… Show more

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“…There is emerging experience as well on how AI can be used to generate demand for services like testing and PrEP, as well as reading and reporting self-test results, that can also be further explored [30,31]. Qualitative analysis also identified potential for network testing, where participants can order kits on behalf of their partners which has been demonstrated as increasing service reach to additional individuals at risk [32][33][34].…”
Section: Discussionmentioning
confidence: 99%
“…There is emerging experience as well on how AI can be used to generate demand for services like testing and PrEP, as well as reading and reporting self-test results, that can also be further explored [30,31]. Qualitative analysis also identified potential for network testing, where participants can order kits on behalf of their partners which has been demonstrated as increasing service reach to additional individuals at risk [32][33][34].…”
Section: Discussionmentioning
confidence: 99%