Investigating heart disease in young people living with HIV in Haiti

Preclinical Cardiovascular Disease among Adolescents and Young Adults in Haiti

NIH-funded research Weill Medical Coll of Cornell Univ · NIH-11001106

This study is looking at heart health in young people with HIV in Haiti to find early signs of heart disease and help prevent it, so they can live healthier lives as they get older.

Quick facts

Grant typeCareer grant
Study typeNIH-funded research
Funding institutionWeill Medical Coll of Cornell Univ NIH-funded
Lab location1 site (New York, United States)
Project IDNIH-11001106 on NIH RePORTER

What this research studies

This research focuses on understanding cardiovascular disease (CVD) among adolescents and young adults living with HIV in Haiti. The project aims to identify early signs of heart disease in these individuals, who may face unique health challenges as they age. By adapting proven health interventions, the research seeks to prevent the onset of CVD and improve health outcomes for this population. The principal investigator, Dr. Lindsey Reif, will also receive training in CVD epidemiology and implementation science to enhance the effectiveness of these interventions.

Who could benefit from this research

Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are adolescents and young adults living with HIV in Haiti who are at risk for cardiovascular disease.

Not a fit: Patients who are not living with HIV or who are outside the age range of adolescents and young adults may not benefit from this research.

Why it matters

Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to effective strategies for preventing heart disease in young people living with HIV, ultimately improving their long-term health.

How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown success in implementing health interventions for adolescents living with HIV, suggesting that this approach could be effective.

Where this research is happening

New York, United States

Researchers

About this research

  1. This is an active NIH-funded research project — typically early-stage science, not a clinical trial accepting patient enrollment.
  2. Some NIH-funded labs run parallel clinical studies or seek volunteers for related work. To check, contact the principal investigator or institution listed above.
  3. For full project details, budget, and progress reports, visit the official NIH RePORTER page below.
Conditions Acquired Immune Deficiency Syndrome VirusAcquired Immunodeficiency Syndrome Virus
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