Helping pregnant women in South Africa reduce alcohol use and HIV risk
Official title: A community-based adaptation of a peer-led intervention to address alcohol use and HIV risk in pregnant women in South Africa (Mentor Moms+)
Funded at University of California Los Angeles · NIH-10921001 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is all about helping pregnant and new moms in South Africa who are dealing with alcohol use and the risk of HIV; it uses support from other experienced moms to encourage healthier choices and connect them with important health services.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
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| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | University of California Los Angeles NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Los Angeles, United States) |
| Project start | September 15, 2024 |
| Project end | August 31, 2027 |
| Funding year | 2024 |
| Award (this year) | $182,199 |
| NIH project number | 1R34AA030942-01A1 |
| Project ID | NIH-10921001 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for this research are pregnant or lactating women in South Africa who consume alcohol and are at risk for HIV.
✕Less likely to help
Patients who are not pregnant or lactating, or who do not consume alcohol, may not benefit from this research.
What this research studies
This research focuses on addressing the dual challenges of alcohol use and HIV risk among pregnant and lactating women in South Africa. It employs a peer-led intervention model, where experienced mothers provide support and guidance to their peers, helping them to reduce alcohol consumption and improve their engagement with HIV prevention and treatment services. The study will assess community perceptions and identify barriers to alcohol reduction, aiming to adapt an existing intervention to better meet the needs of these women. By collaborating with local partners, the research seeks to create a culturally relevant approach to improve health outcomes for mothers and their children.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved health outcomes for pregnant women by reducing alcohol use and preventing HIV transmission.
How similar studies have gone: Previous research has shown success with peer-led interventions in improving health outcomes, making this approach promising yet adapted for a specific context.
Where this research is happening
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University of California Los Angeles
Los Angeles, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Joseph Davey, Dvora Leah — University of California Los Angeles
- Study coordinator: Joseph Davey, Dvora Leah
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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.