HIV prevention and care for couples in South Africa
['FUNDING_R01'] · UNIVERSITY OF MICHIGAN AT ANN ARBOR · NIH-10879013
This study is all about helping heterosexual couples in South Africa get tested for HIV together and find the right care, making it easier for them to stay healthy and reduce new infections.
Quick facts
| Phase | ['FUNDING_R01'] |
|---|---|
| Study type | Nih_funding |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | UNIVERSITY OF MICHIGAN AT ANN ARBOR (nih funded) |
| Locations | 1 site (ANN ARBOR, UNITED STATES) |
| Trial ID | NIH-10879013 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this research studies
This research focuses on improving HIV prevention and care for heterosexual couples in South Africa, where the HIV prevalence is alarmingly high. It aims to address the low rates of HIV testing and the challenges in accessing care for those who test positive. The study will implement Couples HIV Testing and Counseling (CHTC) to encourage couples to get tested together and to facilitate their journey through the continuum of HIV care. By evaluating the effectiveness of this intervention, the research seeks to enhance adherence to treatment and reduce new infections among couples.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are heterosexual couples living in South Africa, particularly those who have not previously tested for HIV.
Not a fit: Patients who are not in a heterosexual partnership or those who have already been tested and are receiving adequate care may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could significantly reduce the rates of HIV transmission among couples and improve overall health outcomes in high-prevalence areas.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown that couples-focused interventions like CHTC can effectively reduce HIV transmission, indicating a promising approach for this study.
Where this research is happening
ANN ARBOR, UNITED STATES
- UNIVERSITY OF MICHIGAN AT ANN ARBOR — ANN ARBOR, UNITED STATES (ACTIVE)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: DARBES, LYNAE A — UNIVERSITY OF MICHIGAN AT ANN ARBOR
- Study coordinator: DARBES, LYNAE A
About this research
- This is an active NIH-funded research project — typically early-stage science, not a clinical trial accepting patient enrollment.
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