Alcohol's hidden toll on HIV brains revealed

NCT ID NCT04050735

First seen Jan 11, 2026 · Last updated May 07, 2026 · Updated 16 times

Summary

This study looked at how moderate drinking impacts inflammation and brain health in people with HIV. Researchers gave alcohol to 76 healthy volunteers and people with HIV, then used blood tests and brain scans to measure changes. The goal was to better understand the risks of alcohol use in this group, not to test a treatment.

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Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Brown University and The Miriam Hospital

    Providence, Rhode Island, 02912, United States

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