Use of geosocial networking applications to reach men who have sex with men: progress and opportunities for improvement

Chow, Jeremy; Klausner, Jeffrey D.

doi:10.1136/sextrans-2018-053622

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“…For example, this medium can be leveraged to disseminate information related to HIV PrEP, which has been shown to be highly acceptable among GBMSM in West and East Africa but knowledge about PrEP remains relatively low (Ogunbajo et al, 2019a(Ogunbajo et al, , b, 2020a. Past studies have found that GSN apps are highly acceptable for the dissemination of health information, increasing HIV testing, and linkage to HIV care among GBMSM (Chow & Klausner, 2018;Czarny & Broaddus, 2017;Patel et al, 2017). Another study found that GBMSM were highly acceptable to finding LGBT-friendly healthcare providers, receiving lab test results, and chatting with a healthcare provider on GSN apps (Ventuneac, John, Whitfield, Mustanski, & Parsons, 2018).…”

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Correlates of Geosocial Networking Applications (GSN Apps) Usage among Gay, Bisexual, and Other Men Who Have Sex with Men in Nigeria, Africa

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Geosocial networking applications (GSN apps) are widely utilized by gay, bisexual, and other men who have sex with men (GBMSM) to meet potential sexual/romantic partners, foster friendships, and build community. However, GSN apps usage has been linked to elevated levels of HIV sexual risk behavior among GBMSM. Little is known about how GSN apps can facilitate HIV sexual risk behaviors, especially among GBMSM in Africa. To fill this gap in research, the present study aimed to characterize the frequency of GSN apps usage and its association with sociodemographic characteristics, sexual health, healthcare access, psychosocial problems, and substance use in a large multicity sample of community-recruited GBMSM in Nigeria (N = 406). Bivariate and multivariable ordinal logistic regression procedures were used to examine factors associated with GSN apps usage. We found that 52.6% of participants reported recent (≤ 3 months) GSN apps use to meet sexual partners. Factors associated with increased odds of GSN apps usage included: being single, having a university degree or higher, reporting higher recent receptive anal sexual acts, being aware of PrEP, having a primary care provider, and reporting higher levels of identity concealment. HIV-related intervention delivered through GSN apps may help curb the spread of HIV among Nigerian GBMSM.

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Correlates of Geosocial Networking Applications (GSN Apps) Usage among Gay, Bisexual, and Other Men Who Have Sex with Men in Nigeria, Africa

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“…Beyond treatment and care of PLWH, mHealth interventions can also prevent new HIV diagnoses: Evidence is building to demonstrate increased medication adherence of pre-exposure prophylaxis for patients at risk of acquiring HIV [11,12]. There is additional interest in leveraging existing geosocial networking apps to deliver HIV prevention mHealth interventions [13]. Common among young men who have sex with men, geosocial networking apps connect users with others nearby and are often used to identify potential sexual partners [14].…”

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Bridging the digital health divide: toward equitable global access to mobile health interventions for people living with HIV

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Ingersoll

Flickinger

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“…Understanding the factors contributing to the transmission of HIV and other STIs among GBMSM, along with their temporal evolution, is crucial for developing effective prevention strategies [ 34 ]. By identifying associated factors, public health interventions can be tailored to address the specific needs of this population, reducing transmission rates and improving overall health outcomes [ 33 , 35 , 36 ]. This study aims to assess the annual trends in new diagnoses for HIV, acute syphilis and active HCV infection rates among GBMSM participating in ASPB’s Rapid Test Program over 8 years.…”

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Trends in Sexual Health of Gay, Bisexual, and Other Men Who Have Sex with Men, and Transgender Individuals: Apps Driven Testing Program for HIV and Other STIs in Barcelona, Spain (2016–2023)

Alarcón Gutiérrez,

Palma Díaz,

Forns Cantón

et al. 2023

J Community Health

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Gay, bisexual and other men who have sex with men (GBMSM) and transgender individuals face heightened risks of HIV and other sexually transmitted infections (STIs). Surveillance within these populations is critical, and community testing services play a pivotal role in preventing and controlling HIV and STIs. This study investigates the trends in HIV, syphilis and hepatitis C (HCV) infections among participants in an apps-driven rapid test program from 2016 to 2023 in Barcelona, Spain, examining associated factors. Trend analysis utilized Wilcoxon-type test and associated factors were determined through multivariate logistic analysis. The prevalence of new HIV diagnosis was 1.81% (CI 1.18–2.64), active syphilis was 3.37% (CI 2.46–4.50) and acute HCV was 0.40% (CI 0.11–1.02). While infection rates showed no significant changes, there was significant increasing in sex work and chemsex and decreasing in condom use. Additionally, a peak in dating apps use for sex and a specific reduction in number of sexual partners were observed in 2020. Factors associated with HIV diagnoses included migrant status (aOR = 11.19; CI 2.58–48.53) and inconsistent condom use during the previous 12 months (aOR = 3.12; CI 1.02–9.51). For syphilis, associated factors were migrant status (aOR = 2.46; CI 1.14–5.29), inconsistent condom use (aOR = 3.38; CI 1.37–8.36), and chemsex practice during the previous 12 months (aOR = 2.80; CI 1.24–6.30). Our findings emphasize the need for tailored interventions, including culturally sensitive outreach for migrants and comprehensive strategies addressing substance use in sexual contexts. Technological innovations and targeted educational initiatives could reduce the burden of HIV and STIs within the GBMSM and transgender communities, providing valuable insights for public health strategies.

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Use of geosocial networking applications to reach men who have sex with men: progress and opportunities for improvement

Cited by 9 publications

References 12 publications

Correlates of Geosocial Networking Applications (GSN Apps) Usage among Gay, Bisexual, and Other Men Who Have Sex with Men in Nigeria, Africa

Correlates of Geosocial Networking Applications (GSN Apps) Usage among Gay, Bisexual, and Other Men Who Have Sex with Men in Nigeria, Africa

Bridging the digital health divide: toward equitable global access to mobile health interventions for people living with HIV

Trends in Sexual Health of Gay, Bisexual, and Other Men Who Have Sex with Men, and Transgender Individuals: Apps Driven Testing Program for HIV and Other STIs in Barcelona, Spain (2016–2023)

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