Using social media to help young people with HIV stay in care in Uganda
A social media mHealth intervention to improve retention in care for adolescents and young adults with HIV in Uganda
['FUNDING_OTHER'] · MBARARA UNIVERSITY/SCIENCE/ TECHNOLOGY · NIH-10892294
This study is looking to help young people with HIV in Uganda stay on track with their care by using social media and mobile health tools to understand their specific challenges and create support that fits their needs.
Quick facts
| Phase | ['FUNDING_OTHER'] |
|---|---|
| Study type | Nih_funding |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | MBARARA UNIVERSITY/SCIENCE/ TECHNOLOGY (nih funded) |
| Locations | 1 site (MBARARA, UGANDA) |
| Trial ID | NIH-10892294 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this research studies
This research aims to improve the retention of adolescents and young adults with HIV in Uganda by utilizing social media-based mobile health interventions. The approach focuses on understanding the unique challenges faced by this age group, including their neurodevelopmental stage and the circumstances of their HIV infection. By employing qualitative and mixed methods research, the study will gather insights into adolescent behavior and develop tailored interventions to enhance care adherence. The principal investigator, Dr. Julian Adong, will also receive training in behavioral science and statistical methods to ensure the effectiveness of the intervention.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are adolescents and young adults aged 12 to 24 who are living with HIV in Uganda.
Not a fit: Patients who are not adolescents or young adults, or those who are not living with HIV, may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could significantly improve health outcomes for young people living with HIV by increasing their retention in care.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown success with social media interventions in healthcare, suggesting potential for this approach in improving retention in HIV care.
Where this research is happening
MBARARA, UGANDA
- MBARARA UNIVERSITY/SCIENCE/ TECHNOLOGY — MBARARA, UGANDA (ACTIVE)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: ADONG, JULIAN — MBARARA UNIVERSITY/SCIENCE/ TECHNOLOGY
- Study coordinator: ADONG, JULIAN
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.
Conditions: Acquired Immune Deficiency Syndrome, Acquired Immune Deficiency Syndrome Virus, Acquired Immunodeficiency Syndrome, Acquired Immunodeficiency Syndrome Virus