Peer-led program aims to cut HIV/STD risk in drug-using women
NCT ID NCT01235091
First seen Jun 25, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time
Summary
This study tested whether a program designed specifically for women who use drugs could help them reduce their risk of HIV and other sexually transmitted diseases. 501 women were randomly assigned to receive either standard counseling, standard counseling plus a well-woman exam, or those plus four educational sessions. The goal was to see which approach worked best at lowering risky behaviors and infections.
What this could mean
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- Active substance
- peer-delivered educational sessions and well-woman exam
- What this could lead to
- If successful, this approach could provide an effective, low-cost way to reduce HIV and STD infections among women who use drugs.
- What could go wrong
- This is a completed behavioral study, not a drug trial. Results may not apply to all populations or settings, and behavior change can be hard to sustain long-term.
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