Improving cervical cancer screening for women living with HIV by addressing stigma
A stigma responsive service delivery model for HPV-based screening among women living with HIV
This study is looking at how the stigma around HIV and HPV affects women living with HIV in western Kenya when it comes to getting screened for cervical cancer, and it aims to create friendly educational programs to help more women feel comfortable participating in these important screenings.
Quick facts
| Grant type | R01 grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Duke University NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Durham, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-10871909 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research focuses on enhancing cervical cancer screening services for women living with HIV by addressing the stigma associated with HIV and HPV. It aims to understand how stigma affects women's willingness to participate in screening programs and to develop educational interventions that promote awareness and acceptance of screening. The study will be conducted in high HIV prevalence areas, particularly in western Kenya, where the integration of HPV-based screening into existing HIV programs is crucial. By utilizing a stigma framework, the research seeks to create effective communication strategies that encourage women to engage in cervical cancer screening.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are women living with HIV, particularly those in high HIV prevalence settings who may be at risk for cervical cancer.
Not a fit: Patients who are not living with HIV or who do not have access to cervical cancer screening services may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could significantly increase cervical cancer screening rates among women living with HIV, ultimately reducing the incidence of cervical cancer in this vulnerable population.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown that addressing stigma can improve health outcomes in similar populations, indicating that this approach has potential for success.
Where this research is happening
Durham, United States
- Duke University — Durham, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Huchko, Megan J. — Duke University
- Study coordinator: Huchko, Megan J.
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.