Improving HIV treatment adherence among Black men who have sex with men
A behavioral intervention for Black men who have sex with men and live with HIV to address intersectional stigma and improve antiretroviral therapy adherence
This study is working on a friendly program to help Black men who have sex with men and are living with HIV stick to their medication routine, using helpful tools like phone reminders while also addressing the unique challenges they face.
Quick facts
| Grant type | Career grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Suny Downstate Medical Center NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Brooklyn, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-11110880 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research focuses on developing a culturally-sensitive intervention to help Black men who have sex with men and live with HIV adhere to their antiretroviral therapy (ART). It addresses the unique challenges posed by intersectional stigma related to race, sexual orientation, and HIV status, which can hinder treatment adherence. The approach includes technology-enhanced methods, such as phone reminders, but goes beyond simple reminders to tackle deeper social and structural barriers. The goal is to improve both adherence to ART and overall health outcomes for this population.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are Black men who have sex with men and are living with HIV.
Not a fit: Patients who do not identify as Black men who have sex with men or who are 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 Black men living with HIV by enhancing their adherence to life-saving treatments.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown that culturally-sensitive interventions can improve health outcomes in similar populations, indicating potential for success in this approach.
Where this research is happening
Brooklyn, United States
- Suny Downstate Medical Center — Brooklyn, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Norcini Pala, Andrea — Suny Downstate Medical Center
- Study coordinator: Norcini Pala, Andrea
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.