Popularity of HIV self-tests may say more about the state of our primary care system than about the device itself
Alexandra Musten, Patrick O’Byrne · 2024
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Alexandra Musten and Patrick O'Byrne read HIV self-testing's popularity as a symptom in a 2024 commentary from Canada. Their Ottawa program, GetaKit, mails self-tests ordered online, launched as clinics closed during the pandemic and the device won approval, with goals of appropriate, accessible testing linked to care.
Uptake stayed strong, and a steady stream of users had never tested before, often younger people from the communities most affected by HIV. The authors argue the demand says less about the gadget than about primary care: many people at risk simply lack a regular clinician. Self-testing fills a gap the system left open.
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| CREATOR | Alexandra Musten, Patrick O’Byrne |
|---|---|
| YEAR | 2024 |
| COLLECTION | PAPERS |
| FORMAT | TXT |
| FILE SIZE | 13 KB |
| VERSION | 1.0 |
| LICENSE | CC BY 4.0 |
| RIGHTS | CC BY |
| SOURCE | Europe PMC |