Improving cervical cancer screening and treatment for HIV positive women in Kenya
Enhanced Cervical Cancer Screening Adoption and Treatment Linkage for HIV positive Women in Kenya (eCASCADE-Kenya)
This study is working to help HIV positive women in Kenya get regular cervical cancer screenings and the treatments they need, so they can catch any issues early and stay healthy.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Emory University NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Atlanta, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-10931603 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research aims to enhance the adoption of cervical cancer screening and improve the linkage to treatment for HIV positive women in Kenya. It addresses the significant gaps in healthcare access and cancer treatment that lead to late-stage diagnoses and preventable deaths. By collaborating with various institutions and engaging community stakeholders, the project seeks to implement effective strategies that ensure women receive timely screenings and necessary treatments. The approach includes training healthcare providers and utilizing implementation science to create sustainable healthcare practices.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are HIV positive women living in Kenya who are at risk for cervical cancer.
Not a fit: Patients who are not HIV positive or those who do not reside in Kenya may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could significantly reduce cervical cancer morbidity and mortality among HIV positive women in Kenya.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown success in improving cancer screening rates through community engagement and implementation science, indicating a promising approach for this project.
Where this research is happening
Atlanta, United States
- Emory University — Atlanta, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Chung, Michael Hoonbae — Emory University
- Study coordinator: Chung, Michael Hoonbae
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.