of Rango participants who had suppressed VL at
Rango initiation remained in the same VL range at
last observation, a relationship that was statistically
significant (P < 0.01). These results suggest that Rango
is a potentially effective technology platform for
helping individuals maintain their VL suppression.
Future Outlook
Positive user experience and preliminary research
results demonstrating the effects of the Rango
platform on health care utilization, expenditures
and HIV outcomes indicate that Rango had an
overall positive effect on both the lives of program
participants and the health care system in general.
Over time, Rango may be tailored for plans and
providers trying to meet the needs of various patient
populations, along with various chronic illness
diagnoses. VillageCare is proud of Rango’s success in
helping individuals to better manage their HIV and
continues to explore innovative ways to utilize this
effective self-management tool to help individuals
fighting HIV or other chronic conditions.
Participant Experience
Qualitative data on the
participant experience using
the Rango platform is overall
very positive. While active,
the application maintained a
4.5 Star average review on the
Google Play App Store and
was regarded as “a fun and
convenient resource.” Rango
testimonials included the
following:
“It is wonderful to have a place or people to
converse with and feel comfortable. When I
was diagnosed in 2003 I felt alone. I had no
one other than my husband…Today life is
better.”
“Thanks to Rango for keeping me on track,
I’m forever grateful for having a support
system.”
“I love this site. It’s very helpful. I’m glad
I have the opportunity to communicate
with people dealing with the same issues.
Thumbs up.”
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