Plain-English translation of NCT05968573 on ClinicalTrials.gov ↗ · Source last updated · Translation generated · How we translate trials
This study doesn't follow the usual testing phases — it may be an observational study or a different type of research.
This study is testing different ways to encourage people in the emergency room to get screened for HIV and hepatitis C. Researchers will show some patients videos with or without captions, while others will speak with a health educator — all designed to persuade them to accept screening for these two infections.
Many people who visit the emergency room decline screening for HIV and hepatitis C, even though early detection is important for treatment. This study wants to find the best way to talk with patients so they feel comfortable getting tested.
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You will have one brief visit in the emergency room (less than 30 minutes total). Depending on which group you are assigned to, you will either watch a short video about screening (with or without captions) or speak with a health educator about getting tested for HIV and hepatitis C. You will then answer a few questions on a tablet. After that, your participation is complete — no follow-up visits are needed.
AI-generated summary from trial data · Jun 3, 2026 · Not medical advice
United States
Sponsor
University of South Florida
Collaborators
National Institute on Drug Abuse (NIDA)
Enrollment target
~2,000 participants
Started
December 2023
Primary completion
August 2026
This trial's estimated completion date has passed — the record may not be fully up to date.
Age range
18 Years and older
Last updated on clinicaltrials.gov in April 2026.
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Central contact
Roland C Merchant, MD
University of South Florida
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