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Introducing New Contraceptive Options: Product Registration Basics for Global Health Program Managers
Introducing New Contraceptive Options: Product Registration Basics for Global Health Program Managers In this Report: Topic(s): Regulatory Pathways Global Health Contraception
MPT Mini Video Series
The IMPT introduces its MPT Mini Video Series, a new audiovisual project aimed to raise awareness about MPTs and bring digestible bits of the MPT story to your fingertips. The series kicks off with an introduction to the first-ever MPT in “King Minos & the First Condom.” In the second video, “If I Could Talk to the Scientists…”, we hear first-hand from health professionals at Wits RHI on the potential of MPTs to improve sexual and reproductive health. Stay tuned for upcoming videos in the series bringing you more voices from women around the world.
MPTs for Reproductive Health
This downloadable factsheet was developed to provide an engaging and concise tool to support MPT advocacy and communication efforts. This factsheet on Multipurpose Prevention Technologies (MPTs) for Reproductive Health provides information on the need for MPTs and describes MPT products currently in development.
Market Access Framework for Multipurpose Prevention Technology (MPT) Development and Introduction
Market Access Framework for Multipurpose Prevention Technology (MPT) Development and Introduction April 2019 click to view Technical Brief In this Technical Brief: Health Risk(s): HIV STI / STD Unintended Pregnancy Product Type(s): MPTs Topic(s): MPTs Product Development Product Trials
The Case for MPTs
The Case for MPTs 2019 click to view Factsheet / Outreach Material In this Factsheet / Outreach Material: Health Risk(s): HIV STI / STD Unintended Pregnancy Product Type(s): Other or N/A Topic(s): Education MPTs Reproductive Health Region(s): Global
Traditional Socio-Behavioral Research and Human-Centered Design: Similarities, Unique Contributions and Synergies
This report by Dr. Betsy Tolley (FHI 360) presents learnings and reflections on traditional socio-behavioral research (SBR) and human-centered design (HCD) as applied to the global health context – specifically in biomedical prevention for sexual and reproductive health. In comparing these methodologies and examining their strengths and shortcomings, we can identify potential synergies to further […]
Join the MPT development collaboration
Join the MPT development collaboration November 2017 click to view Technical Brief In this Technical Brief: Topic(s): Product Development SRH Linkages Region(s): Global Working Group(s): (SAWG) Scientific Agenda Working Group
Strategic Evaluation Framework (SEF) for MPTs: Strategic Target Profile (STP) context summaries
Strategic Evaluation Framework (SEF) for MPTs: Strategic Target Profile (STP) context summaries October 2017 Building upon the IMPT’s report: “Laying the Groundwork for a Strategic Evaluation Framework (SEF) for HIV Prevention and MPT Product Development,” the IMPT initiated the next steps to create a Strategic Target Profile (STP) for the dominant MPT product strategies in […]
MPTs: Building momentum through awareness-raising and advocacy
MPTs: Building momentum through awareness-raising and advocacy July 2017 click to view Technical Brief In this Technical Brief: Health Risk(s): HIV STI / STD Unintended Pregnancy Topic(s): Advocacy Education Product Development Social/Behavioral Context Region(s): Global
Building capacity for MPT product development
Building capacity for MPT product development July 2017 click to view Technical Brief In this Technical Brief: Health Risk(s): HIV STI / STD Unintended Pregnancy Topic(s): Policy Product Development Public-Private Partnerships Regulatory Issues Region(s): Global
Building MPT acceptability during product development through consumer and health systems research
Building MPT acceptability during product development through consumer and health systems research July 2017 click to view Technical Brief In this Technical Brief: Health Risk(s): HIV STI / STD Unintended Pregnancy Topic(s): Product Development Product Introduction / Uptake Public-Private Partnerships Regulatory Issues Social/Behavioral Context Region(s): Global
Status of Modelling Efforts in the Field of Multipurpose Prevention Technologies: Summary Report
Status of Modelling Efforts in the Field of Multipurpose Prevention Technologies: Summary Report February 2017 click to view Technical Brief In this Technical Brief: Health Risk(s): HIV STI / STD Unintended Pregnancy Product Type(s): ARVs IVR (Intravaginal Rings) MPTs Vaginal Cream/Gel Vaginal Film Topic(s): Collective Impact Education MPTs Risk
Laying the Groundwork for a Strategic Evaluation Framework (SEF) for HIV Prevention and MPT Product Development
Laying the Groundwork for a Strategic Evaluation Framework (SEF) for HIV Prevention and MPT Product Development 30 September 2016 This report outlines the methodology and results of an IMPT Secretariat project that was funded by USAID’s Office of HIV/AIDS, the objective of which was to create the foundation for a Strategic Evaluation Framework (SEF) for […]
Clinical Trial Evaluation Workshop for MPTs: Strategic Steps to Ensure Success
Clinical Trial Evaluation Workshop for MPTs: Strategic Steps to Ensure Success 13-14 September 2016 Washington, DC, USA click to view Technical Brief In this Technical Brief: Topic(s): Product Trials
CBAS Newsletter
CBAS Newsletter June 2015 click to view Factsheet / Outreach Material In this Factsheet / Outreach Material: Health Risk(s): HIV STI / STD Unintended Pregnancy Product Type(s): Cervical Barrier Topic(s): Product Development Reproductive Health
2015 IMPT Priority Issues Identification Exercise
2015 IMPT Priority Issues Identification Exercise 2015 click to view Technical Brief In this Technical Brief: Health Risk(s): HIV STI / STD Unintended Pregnancy Topic(s): Education Funding MPTs Region(s): Global
Drug Interactions between Hormonal Contraceptive Methods and Anti-Retroviral Medications Used to Treat HIV
Drug Interactions between Hormonal Contraceptive Methods and Anti-Retroviral Medications Used to Treat HIV October 2014 click to view Technical Brief In this Technical Brief: Health Risk(s): HIV Unintended Pregnancy Product Type(s): ARVs Hormonal Contraceptives Topic(s): Drug Interactions Risk Region(s): Global
Multipurpose Prevention Technologies: Messaging Framework for South Africa
Multipurpose Prevention Technologies: Messaging Framework for South Africa March 2014 click to view Factsheet / Outreach Material In this Factsheet / Outreach Material: Health Risk(s): HIV STI / STD Unintended Pregnancy Product Type(s): MPTs Topic(s): Advocacy
Multipurpose Prevention Technologies (MPTs): Innovation to Protect Women’s Reproductive Health in Kenya
Multipurpose Prevention Technologies (MPTs): Innovation to Protect Women’s Reproductive Health in Kenya 2014 View PowerPoint View PDF This downloadable PowerPoint slide deck was developed to support advocates in Kenya as they raise awareness and build support for multipurpose prevention technologies (MPTs) for sexual and reproductive health in Kenya. CAMI Health In this Factsheet / Outreach […]
MPT Dosage-Form Specific Target Product Profiles (TPPs)
MPT Dosage-Form Specific Target Product Profiles (TPPs) 2014 In 2012, Initiative for Multipurpose Prevention Technologies (IMPT) managed an exercise to define general target attributes for MPT products. While prioritizing specific MPT product dosage forms (i.e., long acting injectables, intravaginal rings, and on-demand products), it became clear that it was necessary to move beyond a listing […]
Multipurpose Prevention Technologies (MPTs): Innovation to Protect Women’s Reproductive Health in South Africa.
South Africa MPT Factsheet MPT Messaging Framework 2014 This downloadable fact sheet and supporting messaging framework were developed to support advocates in South Africa as they raise awareness and build support for multipurpose prevention technologies (MPTs) for sexual and reproductive health in South Africa. These companion documents were designed specifically for use with national and […]
MPT Product Prioritization and Gap Analysis: 2014 Summary
MPT Product Prioritization and Gap Analysis: 2014 Summary 2014 click to view Technical Brief In this Technical Brief: Health Risk(s): HIV HPV HSV STI / STD Unintended Pregnancy Product Type(s): ARVs Hormonal Contraceptives IVR (Intravaginal Rings) Vaginal Film Region(s): Africa China Europe India United States Working Group(s): (SAWG) Scientific Agenda Working Group (SACC) Supporting Agency […]
MPTs for a Better World – Video
To help raise the visibility of this groundbreaking field, the Initiative for Multipurpose Prevention Technologies has created the video “MPTs for a Better World,” that aims to inform policymakers, the public and the media about MPTs. The video makes the point that reducing the incidence of unintended pregnancy, HIV and STIs is a public health imperative, and it introduces viewers to the innovative collaboration that is working to develop new technologies that better address women’s concerns and life circumstances.
Global Reproductive Health Diaries
Global Reproductive Health Diaries 2013 Download Global Reproductive Health Diaries Global Reproductive Health Diaries (GRHD) illustrates challenges women, men and providers from around the globe face in regards to pregnancy and HIV/STI prevention. GRHD is a series of vignettes based on stories from real women to help raise awareness around reproductive health needs and the […]
Messaging Framework for India: Multipurpose Prevention Technologies
Messaging Framework for India: Multipurpose Prevention Technologies 2012 click to view Factsheet / Outreach Material In this Factsheet / Outreach Material: Health Risk(s): General SRH HIV STI / STD Unintended Pregnancy Product Type(s): MPTs Topic(s): Advocacy Education MPTs Product Development Region(s): India Working Group(s): (CAWG) Communications & Advocacy Working Group
Multipurpose Prevention Technologies (MPTs) for Reproductive Health
Multipurpose Prevention Technologies (MPTs) for Reproductive Health 2012 click to view Factsheet / Outreach Material In this Factsheet / Outreach Material: Health Risk(s): HIV STI / STD Unintended Pregnancy Product Type(s): MPTs Topic(s): Advocacy Education MPTs Product Development Region(s): Global
One Product. Multiple Health Needs. Lives Saved.
One Product. Multiple Health Needs. Lives Saved. 2012 click to view Factsheet / Outreach Material In this Factsheet / Outreach Material: Health Risk(s): HIV STI / STD Unintended Pregnancy Product Type(s): MPTs Topic(s): Advocacy Education MPTs Product Development Region(s): Global
Saving Lives With Multipurpose Prevention Technologies: Turning Ideas Into Solutions for Sexual and Reproductive Health – Fact Sheet
Saving Lives With Multipurpose Prevention Technologies: Turning Ideas Into Solutions for Sexual and Reproductive Health – Fact Sheet 2010 click to view Factsheet / Outreach Material In this Factsheet / Outreach Material: Health Risk(s): HIV STI / STD Unintended Pregnancy Product Type(s): MPTs Topic(s): Advocacy Policy
Entre Hermanas: Una Platica Sobre Sexo
Entre Hermanas: Una Platica Sobre Sexo 2006 click to view Factsheet / Outreach Material In this Factsheet / Outreach Material: Health Risk(s): HIV STI / STD Unintended Pregnancy Product Type(s): Condoms Topic(s): Advocacy Education Risk
Sister to Sister Sex Talk
Sister to Sister Sex Talk 2006 click to view Factsheet / Outreach Material In this Factsheet / Outreach Material: Health Risk(s): HIV STI / STD Unintended Pregnancy Product Type(s): Condoms Topic(s): Advocacy Education Risk Region(s): United States