Texts and trinkets: a new way to help teens stick with HIV meds?

NCT ID NCT07377760

Not yet recruiting Disease control Sponsor: Arba Minch University Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

First seen Jun 25, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time

Summary

This study tests whether daily text reminders, paired with small rewards like school supplies or sports items, can help adolescents (ages 15-19) with HIV take their antiretroviral medicine on time. 327 teens in Ethiopia will be split into three groups: two receiving different types of text reminders plus rewards, and one getting standard care. The goal is to see if this simple approach improves medication adherence and keeps teens in care.

What this could mean

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Active substance: text message reminders and non-monetary incentives (e.g., school supplies, hygiene kits, sports items)
What this could lead to: If it works, this could offer a simple, low-cost way to help teens with HIV stick to their daily medication and stay healthy.
What could go wrong: This is a behavioral study, not a drug trial, so it won't cure HIV. The approach may not work for everyone, and long-term effects are unknown.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

HIV infectious disease

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The condition terms exactly as the trial's registrant entered them.

ANTIRETROVIRAL THERAPY (ART) ADHERENCE AMONG ADOLESCENTS LIVING WITH HIV

Contacts and locations

Locations

Arba Minch University

Arba Minch, 21, Ethiopia

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