Investigating the effects of alcohol on health outcomes in people living with HIV
Alcohol Research Consortium in HIV: Epidemiology Research Arm
This study is looking at how drinking alcohol affects the health and care of people living with HIV, and it's for anyone who wants to understand how their drinking habits might influence their treatment and overall well-being.
Quick facts
| Grant type | P01 program project |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Johns Hopkins University NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Baltimore, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-10922750 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research focuses on understanding how unhealthy alcohol use impacts the health and care engagement of people living with HIV (PWH). It utilizes a large, diverse cohort of over 37,000 individuals across multiple sites to assess both short and long-term effects of alcohol consumption. The study collects detailed information on alcohol use, mental health, and social factors to provide insights into how these elements affect adherence to HIV care. By adapting to the challenges posed by the COVID-19 pandemic, the research aims to address emerging health care priorities and improve outcomes for PWH.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are individuals living with HIV who also engage in unhealthy alcohol consumption.
Not a fit: Patients who do not have HIV or do not consume alcohol may not receive any benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved health outcomes and care engagement for individuals living with HIV who struggle with alcohol use.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown a high prevalence of unhealthy alcohol use among PWH and its negative impact on health outcomes, indicating that this area of investigation is both relevant and necessary.
Where this research is happening
Baltimore, United States
- Johns Hopkins University — Baltimore, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Crane, Heidi M. — Johns Hopkins University
- Study coordinator: Crane, Heidi M.
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.