Dental text alerts could curb HIV spread
NCT ID NCT06088277
First seen Jul 01, 2026 · Last updated Jul 01, 2026
Summary
This study tests whether text messages about HIV prevention, sent to dental patients at community health centers, can increase HIV testing and use of preventive medications like PrEP. About 266 HIV-negative adults with at least one HIV risk factor will receive either HIV-focused texts or general wellness texts for six months. Researchers will then compare how many people in each group get tested for HIV and take other preventive steps.
What this could mean
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Active substance
text messages about HIV risk and testing
What this could lead to
If effective, this could offer a simple, low-cost way to reach people at risk for HIV through dental clinics and encourage testing and prevention.
What could go wrong
This is a relatively small study testing a behavioral intervention, so results may not apply broadly. The effect may be modest or short-lived.
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East Boston Neighborhood Health Center
RECRUITINGBoston, Massachusetts, 02128, United States
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South End Community Health Center
RECRUITINGBoston, Massachusetts, 02118, United States
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