A Pilot Study Using Cell Phone Interactions to Improve Medication Adherence in Adolescents Who Have Previously Failed Antiretroviral Therapy Due to Non-Adherence

A randomized, behavioral trial examining whether HIV-infected youth ages 15 to 24 receiving cell phone support with study funded phone plans demonstrated improved ART adherence and viral control during the 24 week intervention and 24 week post-intervention periods, compared to controls. Participants were randomized to either the intervention or control group. Intervention group participants received Monday through Friday cell phone support from an Adherence Facilitator, including reminders, assessment of barriers to adherence, problem solving and referrals to services. Control group participants completed all on-study evaluations, except intervention exit interviews.