Examining how social factors and healthcare programs affect HIV/AIDS in Brazil
The impact of social determinants, conditional cash transfers and primary health care on HIV/AIDS: an integrated retrospective and forecasting approach based on a cohort of 100 million Brazilians
This study looks at how things like money support, healthcare access, and social factors affect people living with HIV/AIDS in Brazil, aiming to find ways to improve their health and treatment outcomes.
Quick facts
| Grant type | R01 grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Federal University of Bahia NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Salvador, Brazil) |
| Project ID | NIH-10817035 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research investigates the influence of social determinants, conditional cash transfers, and primary healthcare on HIV/AIDS outcomes in Brazil. By analyzing a vast dataset of over 100 million individuals, the study aims to understand how these factors impact HIV incidence, hospitalization, and mortality rates. It will also explore how social protections at the individual level can improve adherence to antiretroviral therapy and overall health outcomes. The research employs a retrospective and forecasting approach to assess the effectiveness of large-scale health initiatives.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research include individuals living with HIV/AIDS in Brazil, particularly those affected by social determinants and economic factors.
Not a fit: Patients outside of Brazil or those not affected by HIV/AIDS may not receive any benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved strategies for managing HIV/AIDS, ultimately enhancing patient outcomes and reducing mortality rates.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown success in using large datasets to analyze health outcomes, suggesting that this approach could yield valuable insights.
Where this research is happening
Salvador, Brazil
- Federal University of Bahia — Salvador, Brazil (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Rasella, Davide — Federal University of Bahia
- Study coordinator: Rasella, Davide
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.