Improving HIV services in emergency care settings in South Africa
Official title: Universal Test and Connect: A Pilot Study of Comprehensive HIV Service Delivery in Emergency Care Settings in South Africa
Funded at Johns Hopkins University · NIH-11009366 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is working to make it easier for people in South Africa to get tested for HIV and receive treatment right in emergency rooms, so that those who might not usually seek help can get the care they need quickly and easily.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Johns Hopkins University NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Baltimore, United States) |
| Project start | September 10, 2024 |
| Project end | September 9, 2027 |
| Funding year | 2024 |
| Award (this year) | $582,959 |
| NIH project number | 1R34MH138250-01 |
| Project ID | NIH-11009366 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for this research are adults aged 21 and older who present to emergency departments in Cape Town and are at risk for HIV.
✕Less likely to help
Patients who are not at risk for HIV or those who do not seek care in emergency departments may not benefit from this research.
What this research studies
This research aims to enhance access to HIV prevention and treatment services for vulnerable populations in South Africa by implementing a Universal Test-and-Connect strategy in emergency departments. The approach involves integrating HIV assessments into routine emergency care, allowing for immediate testing and linkage to care for patients who may not otherwise seek these services. By focusing on high-volume emergency departments, the study seeks to identify and support individuals at risk of HIV, ensuring they receive necessary preventative and therapeutic interventions.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could significantly increase the number of individuals receiving timely HIV prevention and treatment services, ultimately reducing the burden of HIV in South Africa.
How similar studies have gone: Similar approaches have shown promise in other regions, indicating potential for success in integrating HIV services within emergency care settings.
Where this research is happening
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Johns Hopkins University
Baltimore, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Hansoti, Bhakti — Johns Hopkins University
- Study coordinator: Hansoti, Bhakti
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.