Improving HIV testing and care for mothers and babies in Malawi
Part of Infections, Women’s health & pregnancy clinical trials.
This study is testing a new way to find and treat HIV in pregnant women and new mothers in Malawi. It may help prevent passing HIV from mother to baby.
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Who can take part
- You must be enrolled in the national HIV prevention program for mothers at a study site in Malawi.
- You may need to be 16 years old or older for some parts of the study.
- You must agree to join the study and give your permission (informed consent).
- For certain parts, you may need to be a healthcare worker or have specific knowledge of HIV services.
- You cannot have already taken part in a survey for this study before.
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