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.
Development & Testing
1 - 6 months
Last update: October 05, 2023
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
Skills
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.