Dental text alerts could curb HIV spread

NCT ID NCT06088277

Recruiting now Prevention Sponsor: Boston University Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

First seen Jul 01, 2026 · Last updated Jul 02, 2026 · Updated 1 time

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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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

HIV infectious disease prevention target

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HIV INFECTIONS

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Locations

East Boston Neighborhood Health Center
RECRUITING

Boston, Massachusetts, 02128, United States
South End Community Health Center
RECRUITING

Boston, Massachusetts, 02118, United States

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