Why experts are urging caution on DIY rape test kits

National policing leaders are warning that self-swab kits may undermine evidence and victim support.

Rape survivor calls for controversial self-test kits

Authorities question the evidential value of the kits and call them "problematic".
The Conversation

HIV self‑test kits are meant to empower those at risk − but they don’t necessarily lead to starting HIV treatment or prevention

Regular testing for HIV protects you and those around you. pixinoo/iStock via Getty Images Plus In 2016, the World Health Organization recommended HIV self-test kits as a way for people to ...
Business Wire

Grindr Brings Free At-Home HIV Self-Test Kits to Europe for the First Time With New Programs in Georgia and Ireland

LOS ANGELES--(BUSINESS WIRE)--At the outset of European testing week, Grindr Inc. (NYSE: GRND), the world’s largest social network for the LGBTQ+ community, today announced the launch of its new ...
The American Journal of Managed Care

Self-Testing in HIV Shows Promise in Early Studies

Self-testing for HIV enhances autonomy and is supported by policies in over 100 countries, promoting early detection and treatment initiation. The Together TakeMeHome program distributed self-test ...
Nature

HIV Self-Testing Strategies and Impacts

HIV self-testing (HIVST) has emerged as a complementary approach to facility-based screening, offering private, convenient and rapid detection of HIV antibodies. By enabling individuals to collect ...