Structured PREreview of HIV incidence among non-migrating persons following a household migration event: a population-based, longitudinal study in Uganda

Does the introduction explain the objective of the research presented in the preprint?

Yes

The introduction clearly states the research question of the preprint and also provides background knowledge on the topic.

Are the methods well-suited for this research?

Highly appropriate

The methods of this study are well laid out and include an appropriate sample size, length of observation, testing methods, and integration of appropriate outside data (US census).

Are the conclusions supported by the data?

Highly supported

The outcome of the research demonstrating that "HIV incidence is higher among non-migrating persons with migrant spouses, especially men. Targeted HIV testing and prevention interventions such as pre-exposure prophylaxis could be considered for those with migrant spouses", is highly supported by the method's results.

Are the data presentations, including visualizations, well-suited to represent the data?

Highly appropriate and clear

Yes, all results and key patterns in the data are clearly communicated.

How clearly do the authors discuss, explain, and interpret their findings and potential next steps for the research?

Very clearly

Yes, the authors discuss, explain and interpret their findings multiple times, very clearly. Additionally, they pose further steps in stating "targeted HIV testing and prevention interventions such as pre-exposure prophylaxis could be considered for men with migrant spouses".

Is the preprint likely to advance academic knowledge?

Highly likely

Yes, this research will help decrease HIV prevalence in households where one spouse is migrating.

Would it benefit from language editing?

No

The language is clear.

Would you recommend this preprint to others?

Yes, it’s of high quality

The research is robust and the findings are clearly communicated.

Is it ready for attention from an editor, publisher or broader audience?

Yes, as it is

Competing interests

The author declares that they have no competing interests.