Using eHealth to provide HIV prevention and substance use treatment for women in the justice system
Integrated eHealth for HIV and Substance Use Disorders in Justice-involved Women
This study is looking to help women in the criminal justice system get better access to important HIV prevention and opioid treatment by using a helpful online tool and support system, and it will compare two different ways of providing this care in New Haven, Connecticut, and Birmingham, Alabama.
Quick facts
| Grant type | R01 grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Yale University NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (New Haven, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-10866445 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research aims to improve access to lifesaving HIV prevention (PrEP) and medications for opioid use disorder (MOUD) for women involved in the criminal justice system. By utilizing a validated decision aid and eHealth technology, the project will remotely deliver integrated care to women in New Haven, Connecticut, and Birmingham, Alabama. The study will enroll 250 eligible participants and compare two approaches: one that includes both the decision aid and eHealth support, and another that offers the decision aid alone with referrals. Follow-up assessments will occur at multiple points to evaluate engagement and outcomes.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are women involved in the criminal justice system who are eligible for PrEP and have a history of opioid use disorder.
Not a fit: Patients who are not involved in the criminal justice system or do not meet the eligibility criteria for PrEP will not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could significantly enhance access to critical HIV prevention and substance use treatment for vulnerable women.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown promise in using eHealth interventions for similar populations, indicating potential for success in this approach.
Where this research is happening
New Haven, United States
- Yale University — New Haven, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Meyer, Jaimie — Yale University
- Study coordinator: Meyer, Jaimie
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.