Improving HIV outcomes for Haitian immigrants in the U.S.
Intervening With Haitian Immigrants in the U.S. to Improve HIV Outcomes
This study is testing a new program to help Haitian immigrants with HIV stay engaged in their care and improve their health outcomes.
Quick facts
| Phase | Not applicable |
|---|---|
| Study type | Interventional |
| Enrollment | 66 (estimated) |
| Ages | 18 Years and up |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | Florida International University Academic / other |
| Locations | 1 site (Miami, Florida) |
| Trial ID | NCT05947266 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this trial studies
This clinical trial aims to test a culturally tailored intervention designed to enhance engagement and retention in care for Haitian immigrants living with HIV. Participants will undergo a pilot health intervention involving four individual meetings over six months, along with completing research questionnaires at various stages. The study will also include a photovoice component, where selected participants will illustrate their experiences through photography. The primary focus is to assess the impact of this intervention on viral suppression and overall care engagement.
Who should consider this trial
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this study are Haitian immigrants who are seropositive for HIV and either recently diagnosed or non-virally suppressed.
Not a fit: Patients who are already virally suppressed will not benefit from this study.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this intervention could significantly improve health outcomes and viral suppression rates among Haitian immigrants living with HIV.
How similar studies have performed: While this approach is tailored specifically for Haitian immigrants, similar culturally adapted interventions have shown promise in improving health outcomes in other populations.
Eligibility criteria
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Inclusion Criteria: 1. Seropositive for HIV 2. Either a recent HIV diagnosis (within the last 2 months) or non-virally suppressed. 3. Migrated to the US from Haiti Exclusion Criteria: 1\. Virally suppressed
Where this trial is running
Miami, Florida
- Care Resource, Inc. — Miami, Florida, United States (Recruiting)
Study contacts
- Study coordinator: Michele Jean-Gilles, Phd
- Email: gillesm@fiu.edu
- Phone: 561-536-4186
How to participate
- Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
- Visit the official trial page on ClinicalTrials.gov for the most current contact information and recruitment status.
- Contact the listed study coordinator or principal investigator to request pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.