Improving HIV prevention counseling for women in family planning clinics
Official title: Adaptation of a PrEP Shared-Decision Making Tool for Family Planning Clinics
Funded at Emory University · NIH-11042825 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is working to help women make better choices about HIV prevention by creating a helpful tool for family planning clinics, making it easier for them to access options like PrEP.
Quick facts
| Grant type | Fellowship grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Emory University NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Atlanta, United States) |
| Project start | February 1, 2023 |
| Project end | January 31, 2026 |
| Funding year | 2025 |
| Award (this year) | $48,994 |
| NIH project number | 5F31MH132407-03 |
| Project ID | NIH-11042825 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for this research include cisgender women, particularly those at risk for HIV from heterosexual contact, who seek family planning services.
✕Less likely to help
Patients who are not cisgender women or who do not access family planning services may not benefit from this research.
What this research studies
This research aims to enhance HIV prevention for cisgender women by adapting a shared decision-making tool specifically for use in family planning clinics. The project addresses barriers that both patients and providers face in accessing HIV prevention methods, such as pre-exposure prophylaxis (PrEP). Through focus groups and interviews, the research will gather insights from healthcare providers and diverse women to ensure the tool meets their needs and preferences. The goal is to empower women in their healthcare decisions and improve their access to effective HIV prevention strategies.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could significantly increase the uptake of HIV prevention methods among women, reducing new HIV infections.
How similar studies have gone: Previous research has shown that shared decision-making tools can improve patient engagement and outcomes in various healthcare settings, suggesting a promising approach for this adaptation.
Where this research is happening
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Emory University
Atlanta, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Anderson, Katherine M — Emory University
- Study coordinator: Anderson, Katherine M
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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.