Can facebook improve sexual health knowledge? new study says maybe.
NCT ID NCT07636629
First seen Jun 24, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time
Summary
This study evaluated four online health campaigns delivered via Facebook to young people aged 15-24 in Senegal, Burkina Faso, and Côte d'Ivoire. Researchers measured changes in knowledge about contraception, confidence in using services, and awareness of online health resources. The goal was to see if digital campaigns can effectively promote sexual and reproductive health.
What this could mean
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Active substance
Facebook-based health education campaign
What this could lead to
If successful, this could show that social media is an effective way to deliver sexual health education to young people in West Africa.
What could go wrong
This is an observational evaluation, not a treatment trial. Results may not apply to other regions or populations, and self-reported data can be unreliable.
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Locations
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ONG RAES Facebook Account
Ouagadougou, Burkina Faso
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ONG RAES Facebook Account
Abidjan, Côte d’Ivoire
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ONG RAES Facebook Account
Dakar, Senegal