Abstract
Over the past decade, research and program efforts have sought to exploit the online presence of people at risk for sexually transmitted infections (STIs) and HIV to develop Internet-based interventions to reduce STI and HIV transmission risk. This study aimed to develop a typology of online STI and HIV interventions to guide implementation in public health practice. Online interventions were identified through web and literature searches and a review of abstracts from STI and HIV prevention conferences. Three categories of interventions were identified: (a) enhancing use of STI and HIV testing, (b) increasing partner notification and treatment, and (c) inducing behavior change to prevent STI and HIV transmission. Many interventions are still in development; little information on their effectiveness and performance exists outside the research setting. Thus, the proper place and priority of online interventions in the spectrum of public health prevention efforts has yet to be determined.
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