Improving support for mothers living with HIV to prevent transmission to their children
Developing an enhanced Mentor Mother strategy to improve prevention of mother-to-child transmission of HIV (PMTCT) outcomes
This study is all about finding better ways to help mothers living with HIV and their babies by creating personalized support from other moms who understand their challenges, so they can get the care they need for healthier lives.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Indiana University Indianapolis NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Indianapolis, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-10877157 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research focuses on enhancing the Mentor Mother strategy, which involves peer advocates supporting women living with HIV and their HIV-exposed infants. The goal is to develop personalized approaches that address the unique needs of these mothers and their children, ensuring they receive the necessary care and support to improve health outcomes. By understanding the specific challenges faced by these women and their infants, the research aims to implement effective strategies that can be applied in real-world settings. The study will evaluate how well these strategies work and their acceptance among participants.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are women living with HIV who are pregnant or have recently given birth, as well as their infants.
Not a fit: Patients who are not living with HIV or those who do not have HIV-exposed infants may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to better health outcomes for mothers living with HIV and their children, reducing the risk of HIV transmission.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown promise in using peer support models like the Mentor Mother strategy, indicating potential for success in this enhanced approach.
Where this research is happening
Indianapolis, United States
- Indiana University Indianapolis — Indianapolis, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Carlucci, James G — Indiana University Indianapolis
- Study coordinator: Carlucci, James G
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.