Evaluating self-testing for HIV in emergency care for injured patients in Africa
HIV in Injury: eValuation of Self-Testing in African Emergency Care for the Injured (HIV AECI)
This study is looking at how to make HIV testing easier for young men who might not get enough help with their HIV care, especially when they come to the emergency room in Kenya, so they can get the support they need right away.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Rhode Island Hospital NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Providence, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-10782488 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research investigates the intersection of HIV and injury care in sub-Saharan Africa, particularly in Kenya, where both issues significantly impact public health. It focuses on young adults and males, who are often underserved in HIV services, and aims to improve HIV testing during emergency care situations. By implementing HIV self-testing (HIVST) in emergency departments, the study seeks to identify barriers and opportunities for enhancing HIV care among high-risk populations. The research will collect both quantitative and qualitative data to inform better health strategies.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are young adults and males who may require emergency care and are at risk for HIV.
Not a fit: Patients who are not in need of emergency care or who are not part of the high-risk groups for HIV may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to increased HIV testing and care for young adults and males receiving emergency treatment, ultimately improving health outcomes in these populations.
How similar studies have performed: While HIV self-testing has been endorsed in Kenya, this specific approach of integrating it into emergency care settings is novel and has not been extensively tested.
Where this research is happening
Providence, United States
- Rhode Island Hospital — Providence, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Aluisio, Adam Russell — Rhode Island Hospital
- Study coordinator: Aluisio, Adam Russell
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 below.