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Research Studies is a compilation of published research articles funded by AHRQ or authored by AHRQ researchers.
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1 to 5 of 5 Research Studies DisplayedBrault MA, Spiegelman D, Hargreaves J
Treatment as prevention: concepts and challenges for reducing HIV incidence.
This paper reviews the results and lessons learned from four large-scale HIV antiretroviral therapy (ART) clinical trials that were held in sub-Saharan Africa to reduce HIV transmission. These trials used treatment as prevention (TasP) to improve overall health and protect HIV-uninfected sexual partners from infection. There were seemingly inconsistent findings in the major TasP trials held in South African, Kenya, Uganda, Botswana, and Zambia. The review highlighted implementation challenges and identified approaches to optimize programs and incentivize uptake and engagement in HIV testing and ART-based care.
AHRQ-funded; HS023000.
Citation: Brault MA, Spiegelman D, Hargreaves J .
Treatment as prevention: concepts and challenges for reducing HIV incidence.
J Acquir Immune Defic Syndr 2019 Dec 1;82 Suppl 2:S104-s12. doi: 10.1097/qai.0000000000002168..
Keywords: Human Immunodeficiency Virus (HIV), Prevention, Infectious Diseases, Public Health, Screening
Tracer H, Jasmin W
AHRQ Author: Tracer H
Screening for HIV Infection and Preexposure Prophylaxis for the Prevention of HIV Infection.
This case study provides questions and answers on the topic of screening for HIV infection and preexposure prophylaxis for the prevention of HIV infection.
AHRQ-authored.
Citation: Tracer H, Jasmin W .
Screening for HIV Infection and Preexposure Prophylaxis for the Prevention of HIV Infection.
Am Fam Physician 2019 Nov 15;100(10):637-38..
Keywords: U.S. Preventive Services Task Force (USPSTF), Human Immunodeficiency Virus (HIV), Screening, Prevention
Chou R, Dana T, Grusing S
Screening for HIV infection in asymptomatic, nonpregnant adolescents and adults: updated evidence report and systematic review for the US Preventive Services Task Force.
Untreated HIV infection can result in significant morbidity, mortality, and HIV transmission. A 2012 review for the US Preventive Services Task Force (USPSTF) found antiretroviral therapy (ART) associated with improved clinical outcomes and decreased transmission risk in persons with CD4 cell counts less than 500/mm3. The objective of this study was to update the 2012 review on HIV screening to inform the USPSTF.
AHRQ-funded; 290201500009I.
Citation: Chou R, Dana T, Grusing S .
Screening for HIV infection in asymptomatic, nonpregnant adolescents and adults: updated evidence report and systematic review for the US Preventive Services Task Force.
JAMA 2019 Jun 18;321(23):2337-48. doi: 10.1001/jama.2019.2592..
Keywords: U.S. Preventive Services Task Force (USPSTF), Children/Adolescents, Human Immunodeficiency Virus (HIV), Screening, Prevention, Evidence-Based Practice
Selph SS, Bougatsos C, Dana T
Screening for HIV Infection in pregnant women: updated evidence report and systematic review for the US Preventive Services Task Force.
Prenatal screening for HIV can inform use of interventions to reduce the risk of mother-to-child transmission. The US Preventive Services Task Force (USPSTF) previously found strong evidence that prenatal HIV screening reduced risk of mother-to-child transmission. The previous evidence review was conducted in 2012. The objective of this study was to update the 2012 review on prenatal HIV screening to inform the USPSTF.
AHRQ-funded; 290201500009I.
Citation: Selph SS, Bougatsos C, Dana T .
Screening for HIV Infection in pregnant women: updated evidence report and systematic review for the US Preventive Services Task Force.
JAMA 2019 Jun 18;321(23):2349-60. doi: 10.1001/jama.2019.2593..
Keywords: U.S. Preventive Services Task Force (USPSTF), Human Immunodeficiency Virus (HIV), Screening, Pregnancy, Women, Evidence-Based Practice
Wingood GM, Lambert D, Renfro T
A multilevel intervention with African American churches to enhance adoption of point-of-care HIV and diabetes testing, 2014-2018.
This article describes a multilevel intervention to enhance the adoption of point-of-care HIV and diabetes testing at church health fairs in Atlanta, GA. Church leaders viewed a video and subsequently conducted social activities that support testing; a third of the churches involved hosted HIV and diabetes health fairs and resulted in an increase in attendees receiving HIV or diabetes testing. The authors conclude that this implementation science approach could reduce HIV and diabetes disparities among African Americans.
AHRQ-funded; HS022059.
Citation: Wingood GM, Lambert D, Renfro T .
A multilevel intervention with African American churches to enhance adoption of point-of-care HIV and diabetes testing, 2014-2018.
Am J Public Health 2019 Feb;109(S2):S141-s44. doi: 10.2105/ajph.2019.304990..
Keywords: Diabetes, Human Immunodeficiency Virus (HIV), Prevention, Racial and Ethnic Minorities, Disparities, Screening