New program aims to ease HIV stigma for expectant mothers in ghana
NCT ID NCT07064928
First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026
Summary
This study adapts an existing stigma-reduction program specifically for pregnant and postpartum women living with HIV in Ghana. Researchers will interview 30 women and 20 providers to understand their experiences, then work with stakeholders to tailor the program. Finally, 90 pregnant women will test the adapted program to see if it reduces stigma and improves mental health and medication adherence.
What this could mean
Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only, not medical advice or a prediction.
- Active substance
- Adapted Project Accept's Post-Test Support Services (PTSS) Module 3 (behavioral intervention)
- What this could lead to
- If successful, this could lead to a tailored program that reduces HIV-related stigma and improves mental health and treatment adherence for pregnant and postpartum women in Ghana.
- What could go wrong
- This is an early adaptation and feasibility study with only 90 women in the pilot test, so results may not be generalizable. The intervention is behavioral, so its impact may be limited without broader societal changes.
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Study facts
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- Phase
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Not a phased trial
Phase numbers describe drug development. The registry uses this when they do not apply, as it does for trials of devices, procedures or behaviour changes, and for observational studies.
- Participants
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About 175 people
The number the study aims to enrol. It can still change while the study runs.
- Started
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Nov 2024
- Expected to finish
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Jul 2027
An estimate. End dates often move.
- Lead sponsor
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Other sponsor
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Who can take part
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- Ages
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14 years and older
- Sex
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Female participants only
- Healthy volunteers
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Not accepted
This study is not open to healthy volunteers. The entry requirements below say who it is open to.
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Copied word for word from the study's registry entry, so the wording is the study team's rather than ours.
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
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Locations
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Ashaiman Polyclinic
Accra, Ghana
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