3 May
2023
3 May
'23
3:12 p.m.
Dear Members of the Economics Division and Behavioural Science Centre (apologies for cross
posting),
As PhD convener, it is my pleasure to be able to invite you to Liz Barnes's first
annual review. This will take place per the invite attached.
A brief recap of the process. Over the course of their first year our PhD students are
expected to produce a draft of a paper alongside ongoing training in Economics and
Research methods. At the end of their first year, Students have their first milestone in
their programme in the form of their annual review. This annual review is comprised of a
public presentation to the division (and a formal closed doors review.) I strongly urge
current and new PhD students to attend this presentation as it will help give them an idea
of the process that they too will undertake.
Liz will be presenting on The Impact of STI Test Modality (in-clinic versus online postal
self-sampling) and Funding Source Reminder on Valuation, Adherence intentions, and
Preference for STI Tests: A UK experimental study
Abstract
People are increasingly able to test for a variety of Sexually Transmitted Infections
(STIs) using ‘test-at-home’ kits technically known as online postal self-sampling (OPSS),
in addition to being able to use services administered by healthcare professionals e.g.,
at a clinic or GP surgery. Whilst OPSS has been well received, particularly by younger
people, there remain issues surrounding the responsible and appropriate use of both clinic
and self-sample tests, with concerns about wastage and implications for poor health.
Previous research indicates that in systems where health care is provided
free-at-point-of-use (e.g., the National Health Service in the UK), the inclusion of a
reminder that medical services are funded by the taxpayer can boost valuation of products
and services, and improve adherence (e.g., intentions to follow instructions accompanying
medications or services). Drawing on this approach, we employ an experimental design to
examine whether test modality (in-clinic versus OPSS) and the inclusion (or not) of a
reminder that the services are ‘Funded by the UK taxpayer’ on an STI test service website,
impacts valuation of the service and adherence intentions with test requirements. Counter
to previous findings, results indicate the reminder of the funding source did not
influence outcomes. However, test modality was impactful, with in-clinic tests (versus
OPSS) being valued more monetarily, but not subjectively. Participants also indicated
greater preference (more likely to use), and greater adherence intentions (complete the
testing process as recommended) for OPSS versus in-clinic tests. Findings offer insight
into the role of test modality on STI testing valuation and adherence, whilst also
highlighting potential limitations of using funding source disclosure to encourage more
positive health attitudes and behaviours.
I hope to see you there!
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