Novel Telehealth-Pharmacy Model for HIV Prevention in Kenya: Implications for Global Health Service Delivery
247 Health News Editorial
·9 May 2026
·4 min read
·clinical-trialsA groundbreaking Kenyan trial examines whether telehealth-supported pharmacy services can improve HIV prevention uptake and continuation. This innovative model integrates remote nursing support with community pharmacy delivery of PrEP and PEP services.
Originally reported by ClinicalTrials.gov
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