Projects of Patricia
Modelling the impact of microbicides on HIV incidence and HIV prevalence
The overall objective of this project is to develop and apply dynamic epidemiological microsimulation models to assess the expected impact of microbicides on HIV incidence and HIV prevalence. These models will be applied in a population of female sex workers and their clients in Mombasa, Kenya. The expected impact of microbicides on HIV incidence and HIV prevalence is a function of the intrinsic efficacy of the modeled microbicide and the behavioral, demographical and epidemiological dynamics of the population in which the microbicides are introduced.
Project closed Read more about this project HIV & AIDS Sexually transmitted infections (STIs)
Integrated Network Combating HIV/AIDS in Tete - Phase 2
Main objective: The capacity of the Tete Provincial Health Department to provide quality HIV/AIDS/STI services is strengthened
Project closed Read more about this project HIV & AIDS
Preparing for Phase III vaginal microbicide trials in Rwanda and Kenya
The study prepares two sites (in Kigali and Mombasa) for Phase I, II and III clinical microbicide trials.
Project closed Read more about this project Reproductive rights Family planning and contraception
YOLAMI, Young Labour Migrants in Chinese cities
General objective: To investigate how the access to health care of young people who recently migrated to large Chinese cities can be improved and how their sexual and reproductive health can be enhanced, using the workplaces as an entry point.
Project closed Read more about this project HIV & AIDS
Assessment of HIV testing in Europe: from policy to effectiveness
A large proportion of HIV infected persons - ranging from an estimated 15% to over 50% in EU countries - are unaware of their infection, and therefore do not benefit from treatment and may transmit HIV to others, unknowingly. There is evidence that many opportunities are being missed to diagnose HIV infections in EU countries, particularly in health care settings. ECDC has commissioned ICRH to carry out a study on HIV testing policies, practices and barriers to HIV testing in the EU Member States.
Project closed Read more about this project HIV & AIDS Mother and child health
Impact of HAART during Pregnancy and Breastfeeding on MTCT of HIV and Mother’s Health: The Kesho Bora Study
Main objective: To optimize the use of ARV drugs during the antepartum, intrapartum and postpartum periods to prevent MTCT of HIV and preserve the health of the mother in settings where the majority of HIV-infected women breastfeed.
Project closed Read more about this project Cervical cancer and HPV
Integration of the diagnosis and management of cervical neoplasia in the curriculum of nursery, medicine and gynaecology
General Objectives To reduce the incidence, morbidity and mortality related to cervical cancer in Nicaragua. To upgrade the curricula of nursery, medicine and gynaecology at UNAN-Managua to international standards Specific Objectives Nurses, doctors and gynaecologists graduating at UNAN-Managua will be competent to adequately diagnosing and managing precancerous lesions of the cervix, and this adapted to their clinical function. Patients with precancerous lesions of the cervix, presenting at Bertha Calderon Women´s Hospital, will be timely and correctly managed.
Project closed Read more about this project Cervical cancer and HPV
Management of cervical dysplasia in HIV positive women
objectives: To assess the effectiveness of outpatient management of precancerous lesions of the cervix in HIV positive women and to identify predictors for progression
Project closed Read more about this project Cervical cancer and HPV
Natural history and role of HPV in recurrence of dysplasia after treatment of precancerous lesions of the cervix
Objectives: To describe the natural history of HPV infection in women who have been treated for CIN To assess the relevance of persistent HPV infection in women as a prognostic marker for recurrence after treatment for CIN
Project closed Read more about this project Cervical cancer and HPV
Mombasa Cervical Cancer Screening Project
Objectives: To assess the success of community outreach to enhance the coverage of at risk women with cervical pre-cancer. To assess the performance of different methods for cervical cancer screening (Papanicolaou (PAP) smear, visual inspection with acetic acid (VIA) and testing for Human Papilloma Virus (HPV)) in field conditions in poor resource countries. To evaluate outpatient treatment, including "see and treat" for cervical pre-cancer when applied in field conditions. To set up a cervical cancer task force in an urban setting in Kenya.
Project closed Read more about this project HIV & AIDS Sexually transmitted infections (STIs)
STI Syndromic approach (Concerted Action)
Objectives: Identify strategies and tools to improve the use of the syndromic approach to optimise Sexually Transmitted Infections (STI) management/prevention in resource poor settings with high incidence of STI and HIV Ensure continuation of a collaborative network of researchers, to appraise existing STI management/prevention/control programs using the syndromic approach in 4 Southern and Eastern African countries. Enhance co-operation between scientists and policy makers involved in health systems development and development of preventive methods, new diagnostic tools and therapeutic regimens, in order to enhance the effectiveness, coverage and quality of care in existing primary health care services and programmes.
Project closed Read more about this project HIV & AIDS
Use of nevirapine to reduce MTCT of HIV in a real-life situation
Objectives: To assess the feasibility, acceptability and cost-effectiveness of te his easy-to-use regimen in a 'real life' situation.
Project closed Read more about this project HIV & AIDS
Intervention study to reduce Mother-to-child transmission of HIV
Objectives: To examine whether the intervention strategy of vaginal cleansing with a diluted chlorhexidine solution during labour can reduce the risk of transmission of HIV infection from mother-to-child. To acquire a better understanding of the timing of perinatal transmission of HIV-1.
Project closed Read more about this project Sexually transmitted infections (STIs)
Integration of STI in Family Planning
Objectives: To improve the integration of the management of sexually transmitted infections and HIV in family planning programs in China by the development of a model to include the curative and preventive management of STI and HIV in the current reproductive health programmes.
Project closed Read more about this project Cervical cancer and HPV
Management of sexually transmitted infections and precancerous lesions
Objectives: To assess strategies for an efficient detection and treatment of cervical cancer and STDs among Nicaraguan women.
Project closed Read more about this project HIV & AIDS Sexually transmitted infections (STIs)
Control and Prevention of STD and HIV in Kenya
Objectives: To reduce the sexual transmission of HIV infection and STI and to decrease the complications of STI.
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