New study aims to improve HIV prevention messages for gay and bisexual men

NCT ID NCT06183502

Ongoing Knowledge-focused Sponsor: Emory University Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

First seen Jun 26, 2026 · Last updated Jul 24, 2026 · Updated 1 time

Summary

This observational study tracks HIV/STD prevention behaviors in 1,275 gay and bisexual men in Atlanta, Chicago, and San Diego. Participants complete surveys and HIV/STD testing over two years. The goal is to understand how men use PrEP, condoms, and other strategies, and to develop better public health messages to close prevention gaps.

What this could mean

Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.

What this could lead to: If successful, this study could help create better public health messages that encourage more men to use PrEP and reduce HIV/STD infections.
What could go wrong: This is an observational study, not a treatment trial. It cannot directly change health outcomes, and results may not apply to all communities.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

Homosexuality sexually transmitted disease

As listed by the trial registrant

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

GAY PRE EXPOSURE PROPHYLAXIS SEXUALLY TRANSMITTED INFECTIONS

Contacts and locations

Locations

Emory University

Atlanta, Georgia, 30307, United States
San Diego State University

San Diego, California, 92182, United States
University of Chicago

Chicago, Illinois, 60637, United States

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