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School-based HIV prevention in Dakar, Senegal: findings from a peer-led program
Philip M Massey1, Michael Prelip, Alexandre Rideau
1Department of Community Health Sciences, UCLA Fielding School of Public Health, Los Angeles, CA 90095-1772, USA. pmassey@ucla.edu
Summary
A peer-led technology program in Senegal increased HIV testing intentions among youth. This digital health education approach shows promise for sub-Saharan Africa.
Area of Science:
- Public Health
- Health Communication
- Adolescent Health
Background:
- Peer-led programs can effectively deliver health information.
- Technology integration in health education is growing in sub-Saharan Africa.
- Youth in Dakar, Senegal, require targeted HIV prevention strategies.
Purpose of the Study:
- To evaluate a peer-led, technology-focused HIV prevention program.
- To assess the program's impact on HIV testing knowledge, attitudes, and intentions.
- To understand the role of digital technology in adolescent HIV prevention.
Main Methods:
- Quasi-experimental design comparing intervention and comparison schools.
- Data collection on knowledge, attitudes, and behavioral intentions regarding HIV testing.
- Analysis of school-level findings and intervention impact.
Main Results:
- Varied findings at the school level.
- Students in intervention schools showed 1.5 greater odds of intending to get HIV tested.
- The program demonstrated a positive influence on HIV testing intentions.
Conclusions:
- Peer-led, technology-based HIV prevention programs can be effective for in-school youth.
- Digital health promotion is a viable strategy in regions with increasing technology access.
- Further implementation of such programs is recommended for adolescent health in sub-Saharan Africa.
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