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  • Public Health
  • Digital Health
  • Implementation Science

Background:

  • Sexually transmitted infections (STIs), particularly chlamydia and gonorrhea, are increasing in Massachusetts.
  • Electronic partner notification (ePN) offers a novel digital strategy to improve STI case finding and treatment.
  • Priority populations, including men who have sex with men and transgender women, face unique challenges in accessing sexual health services.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To explore implementation factors, barriers, and facilitators for electronic partner notification (ePN) among key populations in Massachusetts.
  • To understand how to adapt ePN strategies to enhance uptake and effectiveness in diverse communities.
  • To identify critical elements for successful statewide implementation of ePN.

Main Methods:

  • Qualitative study employing in-depth interviews with 60 participants (56 men who have sex with men, 4 transgender women).
  • Utilized the Consolidated Framework for Implementation Research (CFIR) to guide data collection and analysis.
  • Content analysis was used to identify themes related to barriers, facilitators, and adaptations for ePN.

Main Results:

  • Participants generally responded positively to the concept of ePN.
  • Key barriers included STI stigma, anonymous sexual encounters, and privacy concerns.
  • Facilitators included familiarity with digital tools, trust in the notification source, and perceived value of partner notification.

Conclusions:

  • Electronic partner notification (ePN) shows significant promise for controlling rising STI rates.
  • Successful ePN implementation requires addressing stigma, building trust, and tailoring strategies to community needs.
  • Understanding individual and contextual factors is crucial for optimizing ePN effectiveness.