Improving HIV prevention for Black cisgender women through better access to PrEP.
RFA-PS-23-001 - Project PrOVIDE: PrEP Optimization Via Implementation, Dissemination, and Evaluation
This study is all about helping Black women in the U.S. learn more about and access PrEP, a medication that can prevent HIV, by finding better ways to spread awareness and support so they can stay healthy and protected.
Quick facts
| Grant type | U01 cooperative agreement |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Lurie Children's Hospital of Chicago NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Chicago, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-10916157 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research focuses on addressing the significant disparities in the use of pre-exposure prophylaxis (PrEP) for HIV prevention among Black cisgender women in the U.S. The project aims to identify and implement effective strategies to increase PrEP awareness, access, and persistence among this population. By utilizing a combination of education, provider training, and innovative tools, the research seeks to enhance the PrEP care continuum and ensure that women at highest risk receive the support they need. The study will take place across six counties in the U.S., employing implementation science methods to evaluate the effectiveness of these strategies.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are Black cisgender women who are at high risk for HIV and may benefit from PrEP.
Not a fit: Patients who are not at risk for HIV or who do not identify as Black cisgender women may not receive benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could significantly increase PrEP uptake and reduce HIV transmission rates among Black cisgender women.
How similar studies have performed: While there has been success in increasing PrEP use among men and transgender women, this research focuses on a less explored area, making it a novel approach.
Where this research is happening
Chicago, United States
- Lurie Children's Hospital of Chicago — Chicago, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Johnson, Amy Kristen — Lurie Children's Hospital of Chicago
- Study coordinator: Johnson, Amy Kristen
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.