Training healthcare providers in sexual health care in Africa
Evaluating the effects of reproductive health training on provider behavior
This study is all about helping healthcare providers in sub-Saharan Africa get better training in sexual health, so they can better support people with common sexual health issues in the region.
Quick facts
| Grant type | R01 grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | University of Minnesota NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Minneapolis, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-10932391 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research focuses on improving sexual health care by training healthcare providers in sub-Saharan Africa, where there is a critical need for such education. The study involves developing a tailored sexual health curriculum based on formative research that identifies common sexual health concerns in the region. A randomized controlled trial was conducted with nursing, midwifery, and medical students to evaluate the effectiveness of this training. Results showed significant improvements in knowledge, attitudes, and clinical skills among those who received the training compared to those who did not.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for participation or benefit from this research include healthcare providers and students in nursing, midwifery, and medicine in sub-Saharan Africa.
Not a fit: Patients who are not involved in healthcare education or who reside outside of sub-Saharan Africa may not receive direct benefits from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to better sexual health outcomes for individuals in sub-Saharan Africa by enhancing the skills and knowledge of healthcare providers.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown that training healthcare providers in sexual health can lead to improved patient outcomes, indicating that this approach has potential for success.
Where this research is happening
Minneapolis, United States
- University of Minnesota — Minneapolis, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Rosser, B R Simon — University of Minnesota
- Study coordinator: Rosser, B R Simon
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.