Improving HIV care engagement for key populations in India
Adapting an effective intervention for enhancing engagement in HIV care to meet the needs of key populations in India
This study is working to help men who have sex with men and transgender women in India get better support for their HIV care by adapting a successful wellness program that tackles issues like stigma and lack of help, using friendly peer navigators to make it easier for them to access treatment when and where they need it.
Quick facts
| Grant type | R01 grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | University of California, San Francisco NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (San Francisco, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-10851820 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research aims to enhance the engagement of men who have sex with men and transgender women in HIV care in India. It focuses on adapting a successful wellness program to address barriers such as stigma and lack of support. The intervention will utilize peer navigators to provide tailored assistance at convenient times and locations, making it more accessible for participants. By integrating models that address stigma and stress, the program seeks to improve adherence to treatment and viral suppression rates among these key populations.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are men who have sex with men and transgender women living with HIV in India.
Not a fit: Patients who do not identify as part of key populations or those not living with HIV may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could significantly improve health outcomes for individuals living with HIV in key populations by increasing their engagement in care.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown success in using peer navigators to improve health outcomes in similar populations, indicating a promising approach.
Where this research is happening
San Francisco, United States
- University of California, San Francisco — San Francisco, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Ekstrand, Maria L. — University of California, San Francisco
- Study coordinator: Ekstrand, Maria L.
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.