RecruitingNot ApplicableNCT06230367

Sexual Health Advocacy for Guys - a Text Messaging-based HIV Prevention Program for Guys Who Are Into Guys

Harnessing the Power of Text Messaging to Reduce HIV Incidence in Adolescent Males Across the United States

Sponsor

Center for Innovative Public Health Research

Enrollment

5,000 participants

Start Date

Jan 15, 2024

Study Type

INTERVENTIONAL

Conditions

HIV Infections

Summary

SHAG is a text messaging-based HIV prevention program designed for cisgender sexual minority boys and men 13-20 years of age across the United States. Investigators will test it against a control group that receives messages about healthy lifestyle.

Eligibility

Sex: MALEMin Age: 13 YearsMax Age: 22 Years

Plain Language Summary

Simplified for easier understanding

This trial tests a text message-based HIV prevention program for young men who have sex with men, aiming to reduce HIV risk through education, support, and connection to resources. **You may be eligible if...** - You were assigned male at birth and currently identify as a cisgender male - You are between 13 and 22 years old - You have had anal sex in the past 12 months - You speak English and have a cell phone with unlimited texting - You have internet access to complete online surveys - You are HIV-negative (confirmed by home test or self-report, depending on age) **You may NOT be eligible if...** - You are HIV-positive - You are already enrolled in another HIV prevention program - You know someone already enrolled in this study Talk to your doctor to see if this trial is right for you.

This summary was AI-generated to explain the trial in plain language. It is not medical advice. Always discuss eligibility with your doctor before enrolling in a clinical trial.

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