RecruitingNot ApplicableNCT06388109

Positive Peers Intervention Clinical Trial

Randomized Control Trial of Positive Peers mHealth App as a Clinic-based Intervention to Optimize HIV Outcomes Among Young, Minority Persons Living With HIV

Sponsor

MetroHealth Medical Center

Enrollment

250 participants

Start Date

Jun 3, 2024

Study Type

INTERVENTIONAL

Conditions

HIV Infections

Summary

The goal of this clinical trial is to learn if the Positive Peers mobile app intervention increases rates of viral suppression in young (13-34 y/o) persons with HIV. Does use of the Positive Peers app improve viral suppression among young minority persons with HIV? What user characteristics are associated with a) viral suppression, b) retention in care, and c) perceived HIV-related stigma? Participants will: * download the mobile app onto their personal smartphone * Use the mobile app as they find useful * complete online surveys at enrollment, 3 mo, 6, mo, 9 mo and 12 months.

Eligibility

Min Age: 13 YearsMax Age: 34 Years

Plain Language Summary

Simplified for easier understanding

This study tests a smartphone app called Positive Peers, which connects young HIV-positive people from minority groups with peer support to help them stay in care, take their medications, and achieve undetectable viral loads. **You may be eligible if...** - You are HIV-positive - You identify as a racial, ethnic, sexual, or gender minority - You were newly diagnosed in the last 12 months, OR you have been out of HIV care for more than 6 months, OR your HIV viral load has not been undetectable recently - You have a working smartphone and functional English ability **You may NOT be eligible if...** - You have previously used the Positive Peers mobile app 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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