Exploring the links between alcohol use and HIV care to improve health outcomes.
Alcohol Research Consortium in HIV: Ending the HIV Epidemic through interventions and Epidemiology at the intersection of the alcohol and HIV care Continua
This study is looking at how drinking alcohol impacts people living with HIV and their ability to get the care they need, with the goal of finding better ways to help reduce alcohol use and improve health for those affected.
Quick facts
| Grant type | P01 program project |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Johns Hopkins University NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Baltimore, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-10922739 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research investigates how alcohol consumption affects individuals living with HIV and their access to care. It aims to implement effective interventions for reducing alcohol use among people with HIV, while also examining the social and contextual factors that influence both alcohol use and HIV care. By utilizing a network of university-based HIV clinics across the U.S., the study will gather data to better understand the relationship between alcohol use and health outcomes in this population. The goal is to enhance treatment strategies and improve overall health for those affected by both HIV and alcohol use disorders.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are individuals living with HIV who also engage in at-risk alcohol consumption.
Not a fit: Patients who do not have HIV or do not consume alcohol may not receive any benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved health outcomes and more effective treatment strategies for individuals living with HIV who also struggle with alcohol use.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown promising results in addressing the intersection of alcohol use and HIV care, indicating that this approach has potential for significant impact.
Where this research is happening
Baltimore, United States
- Johns Hopkins University — Baltimore, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Mccaul, Mary E — Johns Hopkins University
- Study coordinator: Mccaul, Mary E
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.