Research Projects

NIDA CTN Protocol 0032 HIV Rapid Testing and Counseling in Drug Abuse Treatment Programs in the U.S.

HIV Rapid Testing and Counseling in Drug Abuse Treatment Programs in the U.S. (CTN 0032)

Description

This is a randomized and controlled clinical trial in which individuals receiving drug abuse treatment are being recruited to participate in a multi-center HIV testing and counseling study. The study will assess the relative effectiveness of three HIV testing strategies, (1) on-site HIV rapid testing with brief, participant-tailored prevention counseling, (2) on-site HIV rapid testing with information only and (3) referral for off-site HIV testing, in increasing receipt of HIV test results. The study will also assess the effectiveness of three testing strategies in reducing risky sexual and drug-using behaviors. This trial is being conducted at 12 sites.  Recruitment began in January of 2009.

FUNDING SOURCE

National Institute of Drug Abuse (NIDA)