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Geosocial networking apps can be a helpful tool to study larger cohorts in HIV research and assess health interventions

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Dating apps have changed the patterns of sexual behaviors in most demographic groups, with potential consequences on the risk for HIV and STI transmission. A study recently published in Infectious Diseases of Poverty used a geosocial networking app for gay men to assess HIV incidence among users. Beyond HIV control, these apps could potentially play an important role in promoting general health and wellbeing.

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