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Heterosexual HIV Transmission Study (HATS). Prospective Cohort Study

Launched by NATIONAL INSTITUTE OF ALLERGY AND INFECTIOUS DISEASES (NIAID) · Aug 30, 2001

Trial Information

Current as of December 27, 2024

Completed

Keywords

Sex Behavior

ClinConnect Summary

At baseline and at 6-month intervals, participants are interviewed about their sexual behavior, drug and alcohol-related behaviors, and recent medical history, and are given a psychosocial assessment. They also undergo a physical exam, including pelvic exam and colposcopy, and have blood and urine specimens collected for HIV testing, drug screening, and STD evaluation. Additionally, participants are given pre- and post-test counseling and education, including information about social services. They are provided with basic gynecological care and either treatment or referral for medical probl...

Gender

FEMALE

Eligibility criteria

  • Participants must meet the following criteria:
  • HIV-negative, sexually active women living in social and sexual proximity to men at high risk for acquiring HIV infection.
  • Able to speak English, Spanish, or Creole.
  • Living in the geographic area surrounding Kings County Hospital in Brooklyn, New York. (Hospital-based and community-based recruitment sites will be utilized.)
  • Personal history of parenteral drug use by self-report or urine test. Heterosexual contact with men at high risk for HIV infection.

About National Institute Of Allergy And Infectious Diseases (Niaid)

The National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases (NIAID) is a key component of the National Institutes of Health (NIH) dedicated to advancing the understanding, prevention, and treatment of infectious and immune-mediated diseases. Through rigorous clinical trials, NIAID aims to foster innovative research that enhances public health and addresses global health challenges, including emerging infectious diseases and allergies. The institute collaborates with various partners, including academic institutions, industry, and international organizations, to translate scientific discoveries into effective therapies and vaccines. NIAID's commitment to high-quality clinical research is integral to improving health outcomes and informing policy decisions in the realm of infectious diseases and immunology.

Locations

Brooklyn, New York, United States

People applied

Timeline

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Trial launched

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Estimated completion

Not reported

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