Healers join the fight: can they boost HIV testing in rural south africa?

NCT ID NCT06483854

First seen Jan 04, 2026 · Last updated Jun 13, 2026 · Updated 25 times

Summary

This study looks at whether traditional healers can help increase HIV testing in rural South Africa. About 230,000 adults will be invited to get tested by a healer or receive standard care. The goal is to see if healer-led testing reaches more people and helps them get the care they need.

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Contacts and locations

Study contacts

  • Contact

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Locations

  • Bushbuckridge

    RECRUITING

    Agincourt, MP, South Africa

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