Investigating the long-term effects of HIV treatment and aging in men.
Clinical Research Sites for the MACS/WIHS Combined Cohort Study (MACS/WIHS-CCS) - Baltimore/Wash DC Center
This study is looking at how well HIV treatment helps men live healthier lives as they get older, and it’s for men living with HIV who want to understand how their treatment affects their long-term health.
Quick facts
| Grant type | U01 cooperative agreement |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Johns Hopkins University NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Baltimore, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-11092200 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research focuses on the long-term health outcomes of men living with HIV, particularly how effective antiretroviral therapy impacts their overall health as they age. Participants will be followed semi-annually, providing valuable data through questionnaires, physical exams, and laboratory tests. The study aims to understand the relationship between controlled HIV infection and chronic diseases, helping to inform better treatment strategies for aging individuals with HIV.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are men living with HIV, particularly those who have been on antiretroviral therapy.
Not a fit: Patients who are not living with HIV or those who do not meet the study's enrollment criteria may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved health management and treatment options for aging men living with HIV.
How similar studies have performed: Previous studies have successfully explored the long-term effects of HIV treatment, making this research a continuation of established findings.
Where this research is happening
Baltimore, United States
- Johns Hopkins University — Baltimore, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Margolick, Joseph B. — Johns Hopkins University
- Study coordinator: Margolick, Joseph B.
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.