Reducing alcohol use and improving HIV treatment among men in fishing communities
Reducing hazardous alcohol use and optimizing treatment as prevention among men living with HIV in risk environments
This study is looking to help men with HIV in fishing communities near Lake Victoria, Uganda, by using a friendly program called Kisoboka to reduce their drinking and help them stick to their HIV treatment, so they can feel healthier and live better lives.
Quick facts
| Grant type | R01 grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | San Diego State University NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (San Diego, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-10924902 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research focuses on men living with HIV in fishing communities around Lake Victoria in Uganda, where heavy alcohol use negatively impacts their health and treatment adherence. The project aims to implement a behavioral intervention called Kisoboka, which combines motivational interviewing and behavioral economics to reduce alcohol consumption and enhance adherence to antiretroviral therapy (ART). By addressing both alcohol use and HIV care in a culturally relevant manner, the study seeks to improve health outcomes for these individuals. The research will involve a randomized controlled trial with 716 participants to evaluate the effectiveness of the intervention.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are men living with HIV who reside in fishing communities and engage in hazardous alcohol use.
Not a fit: Patients who do not live in fishing communities or do not struggle with hazardous alcohol use may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved health outcomes for men living with HIV by reducing alcohol use and enhancing their adherence to HIV treatment.
How similar studies have performed: Previous pilot studies have shown preliminary success with similar behavioral interventions aimed at reducing alcohol use and improving ART adherence.
Where this research is happening
San Diego, United States
- San Diego State University — San Diego, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Kiene, Susan Maria — San Diego State University
- Study coordinator: Kiene, Susan Maria
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.