Improving HIV treatment adherence for youth in Uganda
Suubi+Adherence4Youth: Optimizing the Suubi Intervention for Adherence to HIV Treatment for Youth Living with HIV in Uganda
This study is looking at ways to help young people in Uganda who are living with HIV stick to their treatment by tackling the challenges they face, like money issues and stigma, through support like financial training and mentorship.
Quick facts
| Grant type | R01 grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Washington University NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Saint Louis, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-10890747 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research focuses on enhancing the adherence of adolescents living with HIV in Uganda to their antiretroviral therapy (ART). It addresses the social and structural challenges that hinder these young individuals from effectively managing their HIV treatment. The study employs a combination of interventions, including financial literacy training, incentivized savings accounts, stigma reduction strategies, and mentorship from experienced role models. By understanding how these components work together, the research aims to optimize the existing Suubi intervention to improve health outcomes for these youth.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are adolescents aged 10-19 living with HIV in Uganda who are struggling with adherence to their ART.
Not a fit: Patients who are not living with HIV or those outside the age range of 10-19 may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could significantly improve HIV treatment adherence and health outcomes for adolescents living with HIV in Uganda.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has demonstrated the effectiveness of the Suubi intervention in improving health outcomes for adolescents living with HIV, indicating a promising approach.
Where this research is happening
Saint Louis, United States
- Washington University — Saint Louis, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Ssewamala, Fred M — Washington University
- Study coordinator: Ssewamala, Fred M
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.