Can a buddy and a phone app help people with HIV stay healthy?
NCT ID NCT05427318
First seen Jun 25, 2026 · Last updated Jun 26, 2026 · Updated 1 time
Summary
This study tested a program that pairs peer support with a mobile app to help Hispanic and Black people with HIV stay on treatment. 309 participants were randomly assigned to the program or standard care. The goal was to see if the program helps more people achieve an undetectable viral load and stay in care.
What this could mean
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Active substance
peer navigation plus mobile app (Camino)
What this could lead to
If it works, this approach could offer a practical way to help people with HIV stick to their medication and keep the virus under control.
What could go wrong
This is a completed trial, but the intervention is behavioral, not a drug, so results may vary by setting. It also requires internet access and may not work for everyone.
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Conditions
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Locations
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San Ysidro Health
San Ysidro, California, 91910, United States