Improving cancer care for people living with HIV in Botswana
The Botswana Cancer-HIV Care Assistance and Monitoring using Peers (CHAMPS)
This study is looking at how to make cancer care better for people living with HIV/AIDS in Botswana by combining it with their current HIV treatment, and it involves talking to both patients and healthcare workers to find out what helps or hinders access to cancer care, while also exploring how support from others who have been through similar experiences can improve the overall care experience.
Quick facts
| Grant type | U01 cooperative agreement |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | University of Maryland Baltimore NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Baltimore, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-11087324 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research focuses on enhancing cancer care for individuals living with HIV/AIDS in Botswana by integrating cancer treatment into existing HIV care frameworks. It employs a mixed-methods approach to identify barriers and facilitators in accessing cancer care, involving both patients and healthcare providers. The study also evaluates the feasibility and acceptability of utilizing peer support from expert clients to improve the cancer care experience for patients. By addressing these critical issues, the research aims to create a more effective healthcare model for managing both HIV and cancer in low-resource settings.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are individuals living with HIV/AIDS who may also be diagnosed with cancer.
Not a fit: Patients who do not have HIV/AIDS or cancer may not receive any benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved cancer care and outcomes for patients living with HIV in Botswana.
How similar studies have performed: Similar research has shown promise in integrating care for co-morbid conditions, suggesting that this approach could be effective.
Where this research is happening
Baltimore, United States
- University of Maryland Baltimore — Baltimore, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Charurat, Manhattan E — University of Maryland Baltimore
- Study coordinator: Charurat, Manhattan 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.