Evaluating care continuity for pregnant women living with HIV in South Africa
Official title: The South African National HIV Pregnancy Cohort: evaluating continuity of care among women living with HIV
Funded at Wits Health Consortium (Pty), LTD · NIH-10809612 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is looking to help pregnant women living with HIV in South Africa by tracking their health care before and after they give birth, so we can find out what makes it hard for them to keep getting the treatment they need and make it easier for them to stay healthy.
Quick facts
| Grant type | R01 grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Wits Health Consortium (Pty), LTD NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Parktown, South Africa) |
| Project start | April 3, 2020 |
| Project end | March 31, 2026 |
| Funding year | 2024 |
| Award (this year) | $317,762 |
| NIH project number | 5R01HD103466-05 |
| Project ID | NIH-10809612 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for this research are pregnant women living with HIV who are receiving antenatal care in South Africa.
✕Less likely to help
Patients who are not pregnant or do not have HIV may not receive any benefit from this research.
What this research studies
This research aims to create a national cohort of pregnant women living with HIV in South Africa by utilizing routinely collected laboratory data. The study focuses on understanding the continuity of care for these women, particularly after they give birth, as many are at risk of dropping out of care. By analyzing data from various health facilities, the research seeks to identify barriers to ongoing treatment and improve access to antiretroviral therapy (ART). This approach will help ensure that women receive the necessary care throughout their pregnancy and beyond.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved health outcomes for pregnant women living with HIV and reduce the risk of mother-to-child transmission.
How similar studies have gone: Similar research has shown success in improving care continuity and health outcomes for HIV patients, making this approach promising.
Where this research is happening
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Wits Health Consortium (Pty), LTD
Parktown, South Africa Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Maskew, Mhairi — Wits Health Consortium (Pty), LTD
- Study coordinator: Maskew, Mhairi
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About this research
- This is an active NIH-funded research project — typically early-stage science, not a clinical trial accepting patient enrollment.
- Some NIH-funded labs run parallel clinical studies or seek volunteers for related work. To check, contact the principal investigator or institution listed above.
- For full project details, budget, and progress reports, visit the official NIH RePORTER page.