Improving cervical cancer screening for women living with HIV in Ghana
Official title: The Impact of an Evidence-Based, Behavioral Cervical Cancer Screening Intervention among Women Living with HIV in Ghana (HOPE-inG): A Type 2 Hybrid Effectiveness Implementation Trial
Funded at Baylor University · NIH-11001377 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is all about helping women with HIV in Ghana get more cervical cancer screenings by using a simple home test and friendly communication to make it easier and more comfortable for them to participate.
Quick facts
| Grant type | U01 cooperative agreement |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Baylor University NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Waco, United States) |
| Project start | September 1, 2024 |
| Project end | August 31, 2029 |
| Funding year | 2024 |
| Award (this year) | $511,959 |
| NIH project number | 1U01CA294757-01 |
| Project ID | NIH-11001377 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for this research are women living with HIV in Ghana who are eligible for cervical cancer screening.
✕Less likely to help
Patients who are not living with HIV or those who do not reside in Ghana may not benefit from this research.
What this research studies
This research focuses on increasing cervical cancer screening rates among women living with HIV in Ghana, who are at a significantly higher risk for the disease. The study utilizes a home-based self-sampling method combined with a communication model designed to encourage screening. By implementing this approach in collaboration with local health facilities, the research aims to enhance the accessibility and acceptance of cervical cancer screening. The effectiveness of this intervention will be evaluated through a randomized controlled trial.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to significantly higher cervical cancer screening rates among women living with HIV, ultimately improving early detection and treatment outcomes.
How similar studies have gone: Previous research has shown success with similar home-based self-sampling interventions in increasing cervical cancer screening rates.
Where this research is happening
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Baylor University
Waco, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Asare, Matthew — Baylor University
- Study coordinator: Asare, Matthew
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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.