Using peer support and mobile technology to help improve HIV treatment for minority communities
Integration of Peer Navigation and mHealth Technology to Improve Viral Suppression among Racial and Ethnic Minority PLWH in Community-Based HIV Care Clinics
This study is looking to improve HIV care for Hispanic and Black individuals by pairing friendly community health workers with helpful mobile apps to make it easier for patients to get support and stay healthy.
Quick facts
| Grant type | R01 grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | San Diego State University NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (San Diego, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-10668374 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research aims to address the disparities in HIV care for Hispanic and Black individuals living with HIV by integrating peer navigators with mobile health technology. The approach involves using community health workers to provide support and guidance to patients, while leveraging mobile apps and online platforms to enhance communication and care continuity. By combining these two strategies, the research seeks to improve viral suppression rates among these populations in community-based clinics. The study will evaluate the effectiveness of this combined intervention in real-world settings.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are Hispanic and Black individuals living with HIV who are seeking care in community-based clinics.
Not a fit: Patients who are not part of the Hispanic or Black communities or those who do not have HIV may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved health outcomes and better management of HIV for minority patients.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown that peer navigation can be effective in improving health outcomes in similar populations, suggesting potential for success in this integrated approach.
Where this research is happening
San Diego, United States
- San Diego State University — San Diego, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Pitpitan, Eileen Virtusio — San Diego State University
- Study coordinator: Pitpitan, Eileen Virtusio
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.