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Can a short video and counseling session reduce HIV stigma in pregnancy care?

NCT ID NCT03600142

Disease control Sponsor: University of Utah Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

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First seen Jul 06, 2026 · Last updated Jul 07, 2026 · Updated 1 time

Summary

This study tests a program called Maisha (Swahili for 'life') that aims to reduce HIV stigma among pregnant women and their male partners entering antenatal care in Tanzania. The program includes a video and counseling session before HIV testing, plus extra support for those who test positive. Researchers will measure whether the program helps women stay engaged in HIV care and reduces stigma among all participants.

What this could mean

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Active substance
Maisha stigma-reduction counseling program
What this could lead to
If effective, this program could help more pregnant women with HIV stay in care and reduce stigma in antenatal settings.
What could go wrong
This is a pilot study in two clinics in Tanzania, so results may not apply broadly. Stigma is complex and a brief intervention may not be enough to change deep-rooted attitudes.

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Phase

Not a phased trial

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Participants

1,539 people

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Started

Apr 2019

Finished

Mar 2020

Lead sponsor

Other sponsor

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Who can take part

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Ages

18 years and older

Sex

Anyone

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Accepted

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Inclusion Criteria: * 18 years of age or older * If female: Pregnant and attending first antenatal care (ANC) appointment for the current pregnancy at one of the two study sites * If male: Accompanying an enrolled woman to her first ANC appointment. Exclusion Criteria: * Impaired mental status * Does not speak Swahili

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Conditions

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HIV infectious disease Social Stigma

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HIV infections

Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Kilimanjaro Christian Medical Centre

    Moshi, Tanzania

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