Pre-Exposure Prophylaxis Adherence and HIV Self-Testing App Among Women in the South Bronx: 12-Month Usability, Acceptability, and Feasibility Study

JMIR Formative Research 2026 Open access

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Authors: Connor G. Wright, Terry L. Chern, Tara F. Abularrage, Julie C. Franks, Ann Kahn, Shakir Edwards, Harshit Harpaldas Chellani, Rashaunna Redd, Alexander Wang Ying, Siddarth Arumugam, Robert Stanciu, Samuel K. Sia
+2 more Ellen A. B. Morrison, Jessica E. Justman
DOI: 10.2196/86407
Cited by: 0
References: 43

Abstract

Background: HIV pre-exposure prophylaxis (PrEP) is underused by cis- and transgender women despite a significant HIV burden. Smartphone technologies are promising tools to support HIV prevention but have yet to be assessed in women. Objective: We conducted a 12-month feasibility study to assess the use and acceptability of a mobile phone app, SmartPrEP, designed to support PrEP adherence and HIV self- and partner-testing among women living in an area of elevated HIV burden in New York City. Methods: Nonpregnant adult cisgender and transgender women who met US PrEP eligibility criteria and were PrEP naïve, reported PrEP use for

Fields of Study & Subjects

HIV/AIDS Research and Interventions Mobile Health and mHealth Applications HIV Drug Use Sexual Risk

Publication details

Journal / source
JMIR Formative Research
Volume
10
Pages
e86407–e86407
Publication date
8 February 2026
Language
EN