Practice transformations to optimize the delivery of HIV primary care in community healthcare settings in the United States
March 26, 2023The United States HIV care workforce is shrinking, which could complicate service delivery to people living with HIV (PLWH). This study examined the impact of practice transformations, defined as efficiencies in structures and delivery of care, on demonstration project sites within the Workforce Capacity Building Initiative, a Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA) Ryan White HIV/AIDS Program Special Projects of National Significance (SPNS).
Does telehealth affect the adherence to ART among patients with HIV? A systematic review and meta-analysis
March 17, 2023Several studies have shown different effects of telehealth interventions on adherence to Antiretroviral therapy (ART) among people living with HIV. This study conducted a meta-analysis of Randomized Controlled Trials (RCTs) to estimate the pooled effect of telehealth interventions on the treatment adherence of HIV patients.
Measuring Retention in HIV Care in the First Year of the COVID-19 Pandemic: The Impact of Telehealth
October 4, 2022It is unknown how the COVID-19 pandemic impacted traditional measures of retention in HIV care. This study calculated six different retention measures at an urban HIV care clinic for two time periods: pre-pandemic, and during the first year of the COVID-19 pandemic, with and without inclusion of telehealth appointments.
Impact of COVID-19 protocols on Recruitment for an Engagement in Care Program for Returning Citizens
August 23, 2022Exploratory study to understand recruitment challenges faced by an HIV engagement in care project for Black women, incorporating constructs from the Consolidated Framework for Implementation Research.
Using Implementation Science to Promote Integration and Sustainability of Community Health Workers in the HIV Workforce
July 1, 2022Guided by the Exploration, Preparation, Implementation, and Sustainment and Reach, Effectiveness, Adoption, Implementation, and Maintenance frameworks, this study describes the key determinants for CHW integration and sustainability at 3 agencies in Shelby County, TN, to improve viral suppression and reduce disparities among rural and urban people living with HIV.
Supporting Retention in HIV Care: Comparing In-Person and Telehealth Visits in a Chicago-Based Infectious Disease Clinic
February 3, 2022The COVID-19 pandemic has created increased need for telehealth appointments. To assess differences in appointment adherence for telehealth compared to in-person HIV medical care visits, this cross-sectional study was conducted of patients receiving HIV care in a safety-net hospital-based outpatient infectious disease clinic in a large urban area.
HIV Care Coordination Promotes Care Re-engagement and Viral Suppression among People Who Have Been Out of HIV Medical Care
October 12, 2021This study assessed the effectiveness of a Ryan White Part A-funded HIV Care Coordination Program for short-term care re-engagement and viral suppression among people without recent HIV medical care.
Participation, retention and uptake in a multicentre pre-exposure prophylaxis cohort using online, smartphone-compatible data collection
October 3, 2021The aim of this study was to assess the feasibility of a national pre‐exposure prophylaxis (PrEP) programme using smartphone‐compatible data collection.
Effect of Text Messaging Plus Peer Navigation on Viral Suppression Among Youth With HIV in the iCARE Nigeria Pilot Study
August 1, 2021Consistent with the global trend, youth with HIV (YWH) in Nigeria have high rates of viral nonsuppression. Hence, novel interventions are needed. In a single-arm trial, participants aged 15–24 years received 48 weeks of a combination intervention, comprising daily 2-way text message medication reminders plus peer navigation.
Closing the gap in implementation of HIV clinical guidelines in a low resource setting using electronic medical records
August 26, 2020The aim of this study was to present statistical methods that maximize the use of existing electronic medical records (EMR) to monitor compliance with evidence-based care guidelines in low and middle-income countries (LMICs).
