Improving community engagement for HIV patients with chronic diseases
LeveRaging Community Engagement to SusTAIN NCD InTegrated Care Models (RETAIN-IT)
This study is all about finding better ways to help people living with HIV/AIDS who also have other health issues by working closely with their communities to connect them to the care they need.
Quick facts
| Grant type | Career grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | New York University School of Medicine NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (New York, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-10887205 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research focuses on enhancing the integration of care for people living with HIV/AIDS who also have non-communicable diseases (NCDs) by developing community engagement strategies. It aims to create effective pathways that connect these individuals to clinical treatment through community-based organizations. By utilizing participatory approaches, the project seeks to involve patients in the development of solutions that address their complex health needs, particularly in low- and middle-income countries. The research will leverage existing community infrastructures to improve health outcomes for this population.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are individuals living with HIV/AIDS who also suffer from non-communicable diseases, particularly in low- and middle-income countries.
Not a fit: Patients who do not have HIV/AIDS or those without comorbid chronic diseases may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to better health management and treatment access for HIV patients with chronic diseases.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown success in using community engagement strategies to improve health outcomes for similar populations, indicating a promising approach.
Where this research is happening
New York, United States
- New York University School of Medicine — New York, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Aifah, Angela — New York University School of Medicine
- Study coordinator: Aifah, Angela
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.