Examining how COVID-19 affected HIV services in South Carolina
The impacts of HIV-related service interruptions during COVID-19 pandemic in South Carolina
['FUNDING_R01'] · UNIVERSITY OF SOUTH CAROLINA AT COLUMBIA · NIH-11067798
This study looks at how the COVID-19 pandemic affected HIV services in South Carolina, focusing on how changes like staff shortages and resource issues impacted treatment and prevention, with the goal of finding ways to improve care for people living with HIV in the future.
Quick facts
| Phase | ['FUNDING_R01'] |
|---|---|
| Study type | Nih_funding |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | UNIVERSITY OF SOUTH CAROLINA AT COLUMBIA (nih funded) |
| Locations | 1 site (COLUMBIA, UNITED STATES) |
| Trial ID | NIH-11067798 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this research studies
This research investigates the disruptions to HIV services caused by the COVID-19 pandemic in South Carolina. It aims to understand how these interruptions, such as staff redeployment and resource shortages, have impacted the treatment and prevention of HIV. By analyzing large-scale data and various outcomes related to HIV care, the study seeks to identify factors that can help mitigate these negative effects and improve future responses. The findings could inform interventions and capacity-building efforts at local and state levels.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research include individuals living with HIV in South Carolina who have experienced disruptions in their care due to the COVID-19 pandemic.
Not a fit: Patients who are not affected by HIV or those who have not experienced any service interruptions during the pandemic may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved strategies for maintaining HIV care during public health emergencies.
How similar studies have performed: Other research has shown that understanding service interruptions can lead to effective strategies for managing care during crises, indicating that this approach has potential for success.
Where this research is happening
COLUMBIA, UNITED STATES
- UNIVERSITY OF SOUTH CAROLINA AT COLUMBIA — COLUMBIA, UNITED STATES (ACTIVE)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: QIAO, SHAN — UNIVERSITY OF SOUTH CAROLINA AT COLUMBIA
- Study coordinator: QIAO, SHAN
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.
Conditions: Acquired Immune Deficiency Syndrome, Acquired Immune Deficiency Syndrome Virus, Acquired Immunodeficiency Syndrome, Acquired Immunodeficiency Syndrome Virus