Improving blood pressure care for Ugandans living with HIV
PULESA-UGANDA-Strengthening the Blood Pressure Care and Treatment cascade for Ugandans living with HIV-ImpLEmentation Strategies to SAve lives
This study is looking to improve how people with HIV in Uganda manage their high blood pressure, by finding out what challenges they face in getting care and then creating helpful solutions, like support from peers and better ways to deliver services, to make sure they can stick to their treatment and stay healthy.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Infectious Diseases Res Collaboration NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Kampala, Uganda) |
| Project ID | NIH-10911099 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research focuses on enhancing the management of high blood pressure among individuals living with HIV in Uganda, where hypertension significantly increases the risk of cardiovascular disease. The study will first assess current practices and barriers to effective blood pressure care in HIV clinics. Following this, a team of stakeholders will develop tailored strategies to improve treatment adherence and access to medications, utilizing innovative approaches such as peer support and adapted service delivery models. The goal is to create a sustainable and scalable system for better blood pressure management in urban and peri-urban areas.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are individuals living with HIV who also have high blood pressure or are at risk of developing hypertension.
Not a fit: Patients who do not have HIV or those without hypertension may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved health outcomes and reduced cardiovascular risks for patients living with HIV in Uganda.
How similar studies have performed: Similar research has shown promise in improving chronic disease management in HIV populations, indicating that this approach could be effective.
Where this research is happening
Kampala, Uganda
- Infectious Diseases Res Collaboration — Kampala, Uganda (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Semitala, Fred C — Infectious Diseases Res Collaboration
- Study coordinator: Semitala, Fred C
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.