Using technology to improve cervical cancer screening for women living with HIV
Official title: A Technology-enhanced and Multilevel Approach to Promote Cervical Cancer Prevention Among Women Living with HIV
Funded at George Washington University · NIH-10930086 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is looking to make cervical cancer screening easier and more effective for women living with HIV by using a new tool called MySHARE+ that helps them collect samples at home and encourages them to get the follow-up care they need.
Quick facts
| Grant type | Career grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | George Washington University NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Washington, United States) |
| Project start | September 15, 2023 |
| Project end | August 31, 2028 |
| Funding year | 2024 |
| Award (this year) | $172,638 |
| NIH project number | 5K01CA276624-02 |
| Project ID | NIH-10930086 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for this research are women living with HIV who have not been screened for cervical cancer.
✕Less likely to help
Patients who are not living with HIV or who have already been screened for cervical cancer may not benefit from this research.
What this research studies
This research focuses on enhancing cervical cancer screening among women living with HIV, who are at a higher risk due to persistent HPV infections. It aims to identify and address barriers to screening through a multilevel approach that includes both healthcare provider prompts and patient empowerment strategies. The project will pilot test a new intervention called MySHARE+, which utilizes technology to facilitate HPV self-sampling and improve adherence to follow-up care. By understanding the challenges faced by this population, the research seeks to promote better health outcomes and reduce disparities in cervical cancer screening.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to increased cervical cancer screening rates and better health outcomes for women living with HIV.
How similar studies have gone: Previous research has shown that multilevel interventions can effectively improve cancer screening rates among underserved populations, suggesting potential success for this approach.
Where this research is happening
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George Washington University
Washington, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Le, Daisy — George Washington University
- Study coordinator: Le, Daisy
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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.