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Digital Health Innovation Trial: E-PrevenT Telemedicine Platform Targets HIV Prevention in Transgender Sex Workers and Clients

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10 Apr 2026

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French researchers launch innovative E-PrevenT telemedicine trial targeting HIV prevention in transgender sex workers and clients. The four-year study uses peer recruitment networks to overcome healthcare access barriers.

Originally reported by ClinicalTrials.gov

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