Improving HIV prevention for breastfeeding women in Malawi
Part of Infections, Women’s health & pregnancy clinical trials.
This study looks at how to make it easier for women in Malawi to stay on PrEP after giving birth while breastfeeding. Researchers will check medical records and ask some women to do a short survey and a finger stick blood test.
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Who can take part
- You are a woman, 15 years or older, living without HIV.
- You are currently taking PrEP, the daily pill to prevent HIV.
- You are breastfeeding your baby.
- You visit one of the 12 participating clinics in Malawi.
- If you are 15 to 17 years old, a parent or guardian must give permission for you to join.
Quick eligibility check
Answer a few plain-language questions, based on this study's own requirements, to get a preliminary sense of fit.
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