Improving post-hospital care for adults with HIV and chronic diseases in Malawi
Official title: Adaption of the Transition of Care Model for Post-Discharge HIV-NCD care in Malawi
Funded at Univ of North Carolina Chapel Hill · NIH-10884287 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is looking at how to improve care for adults in Malawi who have both HIV and other health issues after they leave the hospital, by using a successful care plan from wealthier countries, to help them stay healthy and reduce the chances of serious problems.
Quick facts
| Grant type | R21 grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Univ of North Carolina Chapel Hill NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Chapel Hill, United States) |
| Project start | July 10, 2023 |
| Project end | June 30, 2026 |
| Funding year | 2024 |
| Award (this year) | $160,083 |
| NIH project number | 5R21TW012647-02 |
| Project ID | NIH-10884287 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for this research are adults over 21 years old who are hospitalized with both HIV and non-communicable diseases.
✕Less likely to help
Patients who are not living with HIV or do not have any chronic diseases may not benefit from this research.
What this research studies
This research aims to adapt a successful care transition model used in high-income countries to improve post-discharge care for adults in Malawi who are living with both HIV and non-communicable diseases (NCDs). The project will evaluate how well this adapted model can be integrated into local healthcare practices to ensure better follow-up and continuity of care after hospitalization. By focusing on the specific needs and resources of the Malawian healthcare system, the research seeks to reduce mortality rates among this vulnerable population. The study will assess the feasibility and acceptability of the new care model before larger-scale implementation.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could significantly reduce post-hospitalization mortality rates for adults living with HIV and NCDs in Malawi.
How similar studies have gone: Previous research has shown that care transition models can effectively improve patient outcomes in high-income settings, suggesting potential for success when adapted to low-income contexts.
Where this research is happening
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Univ of North Carolina Chapel Hill
Chapel Hill, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Kanyama, Cecilia — Univ of North Carolina Chapel Hill
- Study coordinator: Kanyama, Cecilia
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.