HIV Prevention and Social Connections Among African Immigrants
Part of Infections, Women’s health & pregnancy clinical trials.
This research study explores how African immigrants' social relationships, family connections across countries, and life experiences after moving to the U.S. relate to HIV prevention and health. Researchers will talk with participants about these topics using video calls or messaging apps to better understand how to support community health.
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Who can take part
- You are between 18 and 50 years old
- You were born in an African country and now live in the United States
- You currently live in New York or Massachusetts
- You can read and understand English at about a 3rd-grade level
- You have a smartphone or computer with internet access for video calls and messaging apps like Zoom or WhatsApp
- You are able and willing to give informed consent to participate
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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