Strategic Resource Allocation Improves HIV Self-Testing Among Young Persons.
Adolescents and young persons (AYP) face several barriers to accessing HIV testing services (HTS)1. In September 2022, the PEPFAR/USAID-funded ACE-5 project allocated 60% of its HIV Self-Testing (HIVST) kits to AYP, which were then distributed by peer AYPs. This study assessed the effect of this strategy on the uptake of HIVST among AYPs in Southern Nigeria.
- 2024-07-22
Thematic Area
- Clinical Services Unit
Project Title
ACE 5
Theme
Strategic Resource Allocation Improves HIV Self-Testing Among Young Persons.
Partner
USAID
Overview
Adolescents and young persons (AYP) face several barriers to accessing HIV testing services (HTS)1. In September 2022, the PEPFAR/USAID-funded ACE-5 project allocated 60% of its HIV Self-Testing (HIVST) kits to AYP, which were then distributed by peer AYPs. This study assesses the effect of this strategy on the uptake of HIVST among AYPs in Southern Nigeria.