Study overview
People living with HIV can live long productive lives when antiretroviral therapy (ART) (HIV medication) is taken as indicated. But many people living with HIV have difficulties accessing and taking ART. The REMAIN study is designed to help people living with HIV who are having difficulty accessing or adhering to HIV medications.
If you decide to participate in the REMAIN study, you will download the REMAIN app, which is designed to promote healthy living. You will share information about yourself and receive support for your HIV care-seeking and adherence. The long-term goal is to use the app to monitor and support your HIV adherence and care-seeking journey.
We understand how important your confidentiality is. Private information will not be shared outside of the study. We also make sure not to send messages or notifications that mention your HIV status. We are happy to answer any questions you have before enrolling. Please reach out!
Who can participate?
The REMAIN study is looking for people living with HIV from across the United States from all walks of life. We are looking for people who:
- Have access to a personal smartphone device;
- Be over 18 years of age;
- Speak English or Spanish;
- Have an HIV-positive diagnosis;
- Have experienced challenges with HIV medication
REMAIN App Features
Forum
A space for participants to engage in group conversations to foster community support and peer-to-peer sharing within the app. Participants can post, comment, like and save content.
Ask the Team
Health care providers answer anonymous user questions and connect users to resources.
Incentives
REMAIN integrates with Tango e-gift cards to allow for streamlined reimbursement to participants. Participants can pick out of 200+ popular digital gift cards. Once redeemed, participants receive the digital gift card instantly through email.
Habit tracker
Allows participants to track behaviors that might influence their HIV medication adherence, for example, mood, alcohol, substance use, etc.
Medication tracker
This section helps participants remember to take their medication. Participants can set reminders, track their medication, and view patterns and analytics.
Mini surveys
The app prompts participants to take weekly, monthly, or ad hoc surveys.
