Improving rapid HIV testing and treatment access in Tennessee
Implementation of Rapid HIV Testing and Linkage to HIV Treatment or Prevention Among Vulnerable Populations in Tennessee
This study is working to make it easier for people in Tennessee, especially those affected by the opioid crisis, to get quick HIV tests and connect them to the right treatment or prevention services right away.
Quick facts
| Grant type | U01 cooperative agreement |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Vanderbilt University Medical Center NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Nashville, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-10839753 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research aims to enhance the implementation of rapid HIV testing and ensure that individuals who test positive are quickly linked to effective HIV treatment or prevention services in Tennessee. By focusing on vulnerable populations, particularly in areas heavily impacted by the opioid crisis, the project seeks to address the significant gaps in HIV care and prevention. The approach involves collaboration with local health departments and clinics to create a sustainable model for HIV health services, ultimately aiming to improve awareness and treatment rates among those at risk or living with HIV.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research include individuals living in Tennessee who are at risk for HIV or those who have tested positive for HIV.
Not a fit: Patients who are already receiving effective HIV treatment or prevention services may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could significantly increase the number of individuals who are aware of their HIV status and linked to appropriate treatment or prevention methods.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown success in implementing rapid HIV testing and linkage to care in various settings, indicating that this approach is both viable and necessary.
Where this research is happening
Nashville, United States
- Vanderbilt University Medical Center — Nashville, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Pettit, April — Vanderbilt University Medical Center
- Study coordinator: Pettit, April
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.