WelTel Kenya2

Kenya

In collaboration with the University of Manitoba and University of Nairobi, WelTel Kenya2 leverages simple weekly text messages to improve the management and follow-up of HIV patients by nurses.

Project Stage

Development & Testing

Implementation time

1 - 6 months

Last update: October 05, 2023

Overview Contributors

Challenge

The challenge of managing HIV patients in resource-limited settings like rural Kenya, where cell phones are ubiquitous and usage costs are low.

Description

The WelTel mHealth program sends weekly 'how are you?' texts to patients on anti-viral therapy, facilitating easier management and follow-up by nurses.

SDGs

Outcomes

Patients reported better support and were 12% more likely to stay on their drug therapy, leading to a 9% increase in patients with full viral suppression.