Understanding heart disease risks in people with and without HIV
Assessing Syndemics of Cardiovascular Disease in People with and without HIV
This study is looking at how aging with HIV can increase the risk of heart disease, focusing on how things like smoking, drinking, and access to healthcare play a role, so we can find better ways to help people living with HIV stay heart-healthy.
Quick facts
| Grant type | R01 grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Kaiser Foundation Research Institute NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Oakland, UNITED STATES) |
| Project ID | NIH-10890778 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research investigates the increased risk of cardiovascular disease (CVD) among people living with HIV (PWH) as they age, particularly focusing on the interplay of biological and social factors. It aims to understand how established CVD risk factors, such as smoking and alcohol use, along with social determinants like healthcare access and stigma, contribute to this heightened risk. By employing a syndemics framework, the study will explore how these factors cluster and interact, providing a comprehensive view of the challenges faced by PWH. The findings could lead to improved strategies for prevention and treatment of CVD in this population.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research include individuals living with HIV, particularly those who are aging and may be experiencing cardiovascular health issues.
Not a fit: Patients who are not living with HIV or who do not have any cardiovascular disease risk factors may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to better prevention and treatment strategies for cardiovascular disease in people living with HIV.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown that addressing the interplay of social and biological factors can lead to significant improvements in health outcomes for vulnerable populations, indicating a promising approach.
Where this research is happening
Oakland, UNITED STATES
- Kaiser Foundation Research Institute — Oakland, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Silverberg, Michael J — Kaiser Foundation Research Institute
- Study coordinator: Silverberg, Michael J
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.