Improving HIV treatment delivery for young women in South Africa
Implementation Research to Optimize ART Delivery for Adolescent Girls and Young Women Living with HIV in South Africa
This study is all about finding better ways to help young women and girls in South Africa who are living with HIV get the treatment they need, by training a researcher to create health services that really fit their needs and make it easier for them to stick to their medication.
Quick facts
| Grant type | Career grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Johns Hopkins University NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Baltimore, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-10911964 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research focuses on enhancing the delivery of antiretroviral therapy (ART) specifically for adolescent girls and young women living with HIV in South Africa. The project involves training a researcher to develop effective strategies that cater to the unique health needs of this demographic. By utilizing a combination of mentorship, coursework, and community engagement, the research aims to create tailored health services that improve access to and adherence to HIV treatment. The ultimate goal is to optimize health outcomes for young women at high risk of HIV acquisition and transmission.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are adolescent girls and young women aged 15-24 who are living with HIV in South Africa.
Not a fit: Patients outside the age range of 15-24 or those not living with HIV may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could significantly improve the health and well-being of young women living with HIV by providing them with more effective and accessible treatment options.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown success in implementing tailored health interventions for young populations, indicating a promising approach for this project.
Where this research is happening
Baltimore, United States
- Johns Hopkins University — Baltimore, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Rucinski, Katherine B — Johns Hopkins University
- Study coordinator: Rucinski, Katherine B
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.