Improving care transitions for youth living with HIV
Scale-up of an evidence-based Adolescent Transition Package to support transitional care among youth living with HIV
This study is looking at how to make it easier for young people with HIV to switch from teen to adult healthcare by using a special toolkit, and it will test two different ways to use this toolkit in clinics in Kenya to see which one helps them stay healthy and manage their condition better.
Quick facts
| Grant type | R01 grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | University of Washington NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Seattle, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-11006175 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research focuses on enhancing the transition of care for youth living with HIV as they move from adolescent to adult healthcare systems. It utilizes a toolkit called the Adolescent Transition Package (ATP), which includes educational materials and tracking tools designed for healthcare workers. The project will compare two strategies for implementing the ATP in clinics across Kenya, one being the standard approach and the other incorporating youth-led adaptations based on data-driven assessments. The goal is to improve retention in care and viral suppression rates among these young individuals.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are youth aged 21 and under who are living with HIV and are transitioning from pediatric to adult healthcare services.
Not a fit: Patients who are not living with HIV or those who are already receiving effective adult care may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could significantly improve health outcomes for youth living with HIV by ensuring they receive continuous and effective care during their transition to adulthood.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown success with similar transition programs for youth living with chronic conditions, indicating a promising potential for this approach.
Where this research is happening
Seattle, United States
- University of Washington — Seattle, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: John-Stewart, Grace C. — University of Washington
- Study coordinator: John-Stewart, Grace 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.