Understanding genital infection symptoms in Syrian refugee women in Lebanon
Official title: Genital Infection Symptoms Among Syrian Refugee Women in Lebanon: A Mixed-Methods Study to Adapt, Pilot Test, and Preliminarily Evaluate an Evidence-Based Intervention
Funded at Weill Medical Coll of Cornell Univ · NIH-10929547 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is looking at the symptoms of genital infections in Syrian refugee women in Lebanon and aims to create a helpful program to make it easier for them to get the sexual and reproductive health care they need.
Quick facts
| Grant type | Career grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Weill Medical Coll of Cornell Univ NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (New York, United States) |
| Project start | September 16, 2023 |
| Project end | August 31, 2028 |
| Funding year | 2024 |
| Award (this year) | $185,220 |
| NIH project number | 5K01TW012435-02 |
| Project ID | NIH-10929547 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for this research are Syrian refugee women residing in Lebanon who experience symptoms of genital infections or have concerns about their sexual and reproductive health.
✕Less likely to help
Patients who are not Syrian refugees or those who do not have access to the study locations in Lebanon may not benefit from this research.
What this research studies
This research investigates the symptoms of genital infections among Syrian refugee women living in Lebanon. It aims to adapt and pilot test an evidence-based intervention to improve access to sexual and reproductive health care for this vulnerable population. The study employs a mixed-methods approach, combining qualitative and quantitative data to understand the barriers these women face in accessing care. By training local researchers and peer educators, the project seeks to empower the community and enhance the delivery of health services.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could significantly improve sexual and reproductive health outcomes for Syrian refugee women by providing tailored interventions that address their specific needs.
How similar studies have gone: Other research has shown success in implementing community-based interventions for sexual and reproductive health among refugee populations, indicating that this approach is promising.
Where this research is happening
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Weill Medical Coll of Cornell Univ
New York, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Fahme, Sasha — Weill Medical Coll of Cornell Univ
- Study coordinator: Fahme, Sasha
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.