Understanding the health impacts of HIV in the Deep South
UAB-MISS MACS/WIHS Combined Cohort Study
This study is looking at how living with HIV affects long-term health, especially for African American men who have sex with men in Alabama and Mississippi, and it aims to find out what makes it hard for them to get healthcare and what other health issues they might face, like obesity and heart disease.
Quick facts
| Grant type | U01 cooperative agreement |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | University of Alabama at Birmingham NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Birmingham, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-11092872 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research investigates the long-term health effects of HIV as it is managed as a chronic illness, particularly focusing on populations in Alabama and Mississippi, where HIV rates are among the highest in the country. The study aims to identify barriers to healthcare access and the prevalence of related health issues such as obesity and cardiovascular disease among African American men who have sex with men (MSM). By leveraging the expertise of the University of Alabama at Birmingham and the University of Mississippi Medical Center, the research will utilize innovative cohort studies to gather comprehensive data on health outcomes. Participants will be monitored over time to better understand the evolving nature of the HIV epidemic and its broader health implications.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research include African American men who have sex with men living with HIV in Alabama and Mississippi.
Not a fit: Patients who are not living with HIV or those outside the specified geographic regions may not receive benefits from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved healthcare access and tailored interventions for individuals living with HIV, ultimately enhancing their overall health outcomes.
How similar studies have performed: Previous cohort studies in HIV research have shown success in understanding health outcomes and improving care strategies, indicating that this approach is both tested and promising.
Where this research is happening
Birmingham, United States
- University of Alabama at Birmingham — Birmingham, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Kempf, Mirjam-Colette — University of Alabama at Birmingham
- Study coordinator: Kempf, Mirjam-Colette
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.