Feasibility of oral HIV self-testing in female sex workers in Gaborone, Botswana.

Background: Oral HIV self-testing (HIVST) may be useful for increasing testing in persons at elevated risk of acquiring HIV.

Methods: We conducted a pilot study to evaluate the feasibility (defined by uptake) of HIVST among FSW in Gaborone, Botswana. FSW age 18 years and above were recruited through a non-governmental organization serving FSW.

Acceptability of oral HIV self-testing among female sex workers in Gaborone, Botswana.

Background: HIV prevalence among female sex workers (FSW) in sub-Saharan Africa is much higher than in the general population. HIV self-testing (HIVST) may be useful for increasing testing rates in FSW.

Methods: We conducted semi-structured in-depth interviews among FSW, nurses and lay counsellors providing services to FSWs in Botswana.