Women teaching women: a new approach to stop HIV spread

NCT ID NCT01235091

Summary

This study tested a prevention program designed specifically for women who use drugs like cocaine, heroin, or methamphetamine. Researchers wanted to see if peer-led education sessions and health check-ups could help these women reduce risky drug and sexual behaviors that lead to HIV and other infections. The program involved 501 women in the St. Louis area and measured changes in behavior and infection rates over a year.

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