Understanding barriers to HIV care for women in the South
Latent class analysis of syndemic factors associated with HIV care outcomes among women living with HIV in the South
This study is looking at the challenges women living with HIV in the Southern U.S. face when trying to get care and manage their health, so we can better understand their needs and create support that works for them.
Quick facts
| Grant type | R15 grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | University of North Carolina Greensboro NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Greensboro, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-10483640 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research investigates the various barriers that women living with HIV in the Southern United States face in accessing care and achieving viral suppression. By analyzing data from a large population-based study, the researchers aim to identify the interplay of psychosocial, structural, and behavioral factors that affect HIV care outcomes. The study focuses on understanding how these factors differ across racial and ethnic groups, which will help in developing targeted interventions. Participants will be women living with HIV from six Southern states, providing insights into their unique challenges and needs.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are women living with HIV, particularly those from diverse racial and ethnic backgrounds in the Southern United States.
Not a fit: Patients who do not live in the Southern United States or who are not women living with HIV may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved HIV care strategies tailored to the specific needs of women in the South, ultimately enhancing their health outcomes.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown that understanding the complex interplay of social and behavioral factors can lead to successful interventions in HIV care, making this approach both relevant and promising.
Where this research is happening
Greensboro, United States
- University of North Carolina Greensboro — Greensboro, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Erausquin, Jennifer Toller — University of North Carolina Greensboro
- Study coordinator: Erausquin, Jennifer Toller
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.