HIV/TB Research 27 Jul 2024
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Pre-Exposure Prophylaxis (PrEP) can dramatically reduce
HIV infections when taken consistently. However,
disparities in PrEP uptake and continuation persist.
Logistical difficulties and substantial opportunity cost
associated with quarterly medical visits can limit PrEP
consistency, particularly for those with limited resources.
PrEP maintenance-in-care is burdensome as it currently
requires quarterly follow-up visits for clinical and laboratory
monitoring prior to prescription renewal, according to the
U.S. CDC’s guidance.
Remote PrEP follow-up visits may help mitigate structural
and practical barriers to PrEP access and facilitate PrEP
maintenance.
This study assessed feasibility, acceptability and uptake of
remote PrEP care among clients, most of whom are Black
and/or Latino MSM, in a real-world clinical setting in Miami-
Dade County, Florida, in the United States.