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Intervention to Reduce HIV Related Stigma Among Pregnant and Postpartum Women

Launched by UNIVERSITY OF CALIFORNIA, SAN FRANCISCO · Jul 7, 2025

Trial Information

Current as of July 24, 2025

Enrolling by invitation

Keywords

Stigma Hiv Self Stigma Anticipated Stigma Enacted Stigma Stigma Interventions Therapy Counseling Peer Interventions Postpartum Women Pregnant Women Women Living With Hiv

ClinConnect Summary

HIV-related stigma is a significant barrier to engagement in HIV care and adherence to antiretroviral therapy (ART), contributing to the ongoing global HIV epidemic. Stigma is a pervasive social experience in which people with marginalized attributes or identities are seen as having low social value and experience prejudice and discrimination. Globally, HIV-related stigma affects women more than men, and HIV-positive childbearing women experience even more intense stigma. In low-resource societies, pregnant women are often the first family members to receive HIV testing, a mandatory test du...

Gender

FEMALE

Eligibility criteria

  • Inclusion criteria:
  • Diagnosed with HIV
  • Between 24-36 weeks gestation at enrollment
  • Willing to participate during the postpartum period
  • Recruitment process:
  • Approached during a prenatal visit by a nurse/midwife
  • Interested women will be connected with a trained research assistant (RA)
  • RA will explain the study to potential participants
  • Exclusion criteria:
  • Critically ill and hospitalized pregnant WLWH
  • Pregnant WLWH not planning to live in the region for at least 6 months after childbirth
  • Pregnant WLWH under 13 years old, under parental supervision, and attending mandatory school
  • Eligibility of healthcare providers:
  • All providers at the four sites invited to a session at their site
  • Providers eligible if they have worked with WLWH or pregnant/postpartum women for at least 2 months
  • Providers who do not consent to be interviewed will not be included

About University Of California, San Francisco

The University of California, San Francisco (UCSF) is a leading academic institution renowned for its commitment to advancing healthcare through innovative research and clinical trials. With a focus on translating scientific discoveries into effective therapies, UCSF collaborates with a diverse array of stakeholders, including healthcare professionals, industry partners, and patient communities. The university's research programs emphasize interdisciplinary approaches and leverage cutting-edge technology to address complex medical challenges. As a sponsor of clinical trials, UCSF is dedicated to maintaining the highest standards of ethical conduct and scientific rigor, ensuring the safety and well-being of participants while contributing to the broader medical knowledge base.

Locations

Accra, , Ghana

Patients applied

0 patients applied

Trial Officials

Jerry J Ouner, PhD, RN, MS

Principal Investigator

University of California, San Francisco

Timeline

First submit

Trial launched

Trial updated

Estimated completion

Not reported