App boosts PrEP use among men and transgender women at high HIV risk
NCT ID NCT06159582
First seen Jun 25, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time
Summary
This study tested a mobile app called eSTEP designed to help men who have sex with men and transgender women at high risk for HIV start and continue taking PrEP, a daily pill or injection that prevents HIV. 113 participants were randomly assigned to use the app plus usual care or just usual care. The app provided tailored support and reminders. Results showed that more people in the app group started PrEP and stayed on it over 24 weeks compared to those receiving usual care alone.
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Active substance
mobile app (eSTEP)
What this could lead to
If effective, this app could help more people at high risk for HIV start and stick with PrEP, reducing new infections.
What could go wrong
This was a small pilot study (113 people) and the app may not work as well in larger, more diverse groups. The results are promising but need confirmation.
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San Diego State University - Department of Psychology
San Diego, California, 92120, United States