Investigating cancer outcomes in older people living with HIV using Medicaid data
Official title: Medicaid data as a complement to cohort studies for investigating cancers among older people with HIV
Funded at Johns Hopkins University · NIH-11100318 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study looks at how getting healthcare affects cancer survival for older people living with HIV, aiming to find ways to help them live longer and healthier lives.
Quick facts
| Grant type | R01 grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Johns Hopkins University NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Baltimore, United States) |
| Project start | March 24, 2020 |
| Project end | February 28, 2030 |
| Funding year | 2025 |
| Award (this year) | $700,257 |
| NIH project number | 2R01CA250851-06 |
| Project ID | NIH-11100318 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for this research are older adults aged 40-59 who are living with HIV and have been diagnosed with cancer.
✕Less likely to help
Patients who are not living with HIV or who do not have a cancer diagnosis may not benefit from this research.
What this research studies
This research examines how access to healthcare affects cancer survival among older individuals living with HIV. By analyzing data from over 290,000 Medicaid beneficiaries, the study aims to identify the factors that contribute to high mortality rates in this population. It focuses on various aspects of cancer survivorship, including the management of chronic conditions and psychosocial impacts. The goal is to uncover the underlying causes of cancer-related mortality and improve care strategies for these patients.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved cancer care and survivorship strategies for older individuals living with HIV.
How similar studies have gone: Previous research has shown that examining healthcare access can significantly impact cancer outcomes, indicating that this approach has potential for success.
Where this research is happening
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Johns Hopkins University
Baltimore, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Joshu, Corinne E. — Johns Hopkins University
- Study coordinator: Joshu, Corinne E.
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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.