Preventing cervical cancer in women with HPV and HIV in India

Secondary Cervical Cancer Prevention of Vulnerable Women with HPV and HIV Co-infection in India

NIH-funded research University of California-Irvine · NIH-10891715

This study is working to help women in India who have both HPV and HIV by providing support with nutrition, emotional health, and education, all aimed at making it easier for them to get screened for cervical cancer and improve their overall well-being.

Quick facts

Grant typeR01 grant
Study typeNIH-funded research
Funding institutionUniversity of California-Irvine NIH-funded
Lab location1 site (Irvine, United States)
Project IDNIH-10891715 on NIH RePORTER

What this research studies

This research focuses on improving cervical cancer prevention among women in India who are co-infected with HPV and HIV. It aims to address the lack of HPV screening and the negative impact of stigma, depression, and malnutrition on immune health. The study will implement a community health worker-led intervention that includes nutritional support, emotional assistance, and education to enhance the well-being of these women. By evaluating the effectiveness of this approach, the research seeks to reduce the incidence of cervical cancer in this vulnerable population.

Who could benefit from this research

Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are women in India who are co-infected with HPV and HIV and are at risk for cervical cancer.

Not a fit: Patients who do not have HPV or HIV, or those who are not located in India, may not benefit from this research.

Why it matters

Potential benefit: If successful, this research could significantly lower the rates of cervical cancer among women living with HIV and HPV in India.

How similar studies have performed: Previous studies have shown promising results with similar interventions aimed at improving health outcomes for women living with HIV.

Where this research is happening

Irvine, 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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