Feasibility, Acceptability, and Uptake of Remote PrEP Care in a Real-World Setting

HIV/TB Research 27 Jul 2024

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Introduction:

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.