Understanding aging and health outcomes in older adults living with HIV in Ghana
KNUST Aging and HIV Outcomes
This study is looking at the health challenges older adults over 50 with HIV face in Ghana, like frailty and chronic diseases, and aims to find better ways to help them get the care they need to improve their quality of life.
Quick facts
| Grant type | R21 grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Kwame Nkrumah University/science/tech NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Kumasi, Ghana) |
| Project ID | NIH-10884325 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research investigates the health challenges faced by older adults living with HIV in Ghana, particularly those aged 50 and above. It aims to characterize issues such as frailty and chronic diseases that commonly affect this population, while also identifying barriers to effective healthcare. By leveraging existing HIV care systems, the study seeks to improve the management of geriatric syndromes and enhance the quality of life for these individuals. The approach includes comprehensive assessments and patient-centered care strategies tailored to the needs of older adults with HIV.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are individuals aged 50 and older living with HIV in Ghana.
Not a fit: Patients under the age of 50 or those without HIV may not receive direct benefits from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved healthcare strategies that enhance the quality of life for older adults living with HIV.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown success in addressing chronic diseases in older adults with HIV, but this specific focus on geriatric syndromes in sub-Saharan Africa is relatively novel.
Where this research is happening
Kumasi, Ghana
- Kwame Nkrumah University/science/tech — Kumasi, Ghana (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Tawiah, Phyllis — Kwame Nkrumah University/science/tech
- Study coordinator: Tawiah, Phyllis
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.