#Testathome: Implementing 2 Phases of a HIV Self-Testing Program Through Community-Based Organization Partnerships in New York City.

Sexually Transmitted Diseases
Stephanie J HubbardLena D Saleh

Abstract

Access to human immnodeficiency virus (HIV) testing in New York City (NYC) has increased, but disparities in testing rates still exist among most communities impacted by HIV. HIV self-tests (HIVSTs) present an opportunity to address testing barriers, but HIV-affected communities experience difficulties accessing HIVSTs, including lack of awareness and cost. To support increased access to HIVSTs, the NYC Health Department launched a partnership with select organizations to pilot distribution of free HIVSTs in 2 phases among priority populations across NYC. Organizations that were diverse in their missions, experiences, capacities and populations served were recruited through a formal application process. The program initially launched with 10 organization partners (phase 1); as the pilot continued, partners identified necessary revisions to the program and launched a second phase in year 2. Both phases included outreach to NYC priority populations, HIVST distribution/redemption, and a follow-up survey. From March 2017 to August 2019, organizations distributed 75 HIVSTs during phase 1 and 252 during phase 2. All intended priority populations were reached, notably, those who had never tested before: 35% in phase 1 and 12% in phase...Continue Reading

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