What is PATH?
PATH, "Promoting
Action Towards Health," is a study conducted by
researchers at Columbia
University and Yale University. PATH is a project to develop
effective counseling for men who
have sex with men (MSM) and
have been recently diagnosed
with HIV. PATH is designed to promote
positive health behaviors, reduce
HIV risk and increase selfawareness. PATH provides one-on-one
counseling and financial
compensation for participants.
PATH is designed for men who
have been diagnosed with
HIV (within the past 12 months); are 18 and older; engage in sexual activity
with other men; and speak and understand English.
Who is Eligible?
- PATH is designed for men who have been diagnosed with
HIV (within the past 12 months),
- are 18 and older,
- engage in sexual activity
with other men, and speak and understand English.
Why Participate?
Participants become a part of an innovative study that will ensure the effective delivery of one-on-one HIV counseling. Through partnerships with local
health centers, participants will have access to certified counselors. Participants can be referred to an extensive network for additional care and services. Participants may choose from multiple locations for counseling throughout Manhattan. Participants receive financial
compensation for participation. Privacy and confidentiality are top priority.
How Can You Enroll?
If you have been diagnosed with HIV within the last three months and would like more information on participating in PATH, please call (212) 271-7203 or email info@pathstudy.net
Community Advisory Board
PATH is guided by a
Community Advisory Board
(CAB). The CAB is an opportunity for community members to provide input and feedback to the PATH study team. The feedback is greatly appreciated and critical to the project's success. For more information regarding the CAB, contact us at (212) 305-3807 or cab@pathstudy.net