CTN 262: Canadian HIV women’s sexual and reproductive health cohort study (CHIWOS)

About the Study

This prospective cohort study operates within community-based research, GIPA (greater involvement of people with HIV/AIDS), and MIWA (meaningful involvement of women living with HIV/AIDS) approaches by prioritizing the leadership and experiences of women living with HIV. The aim of the study is to assess the proportion, distribution and patterns of use and uptake of women-centred HIV/AIDS services, and factors associated with service uptake among HIV-positive women living in Canada. This study will also estimate the effect of women-centred HIV/AIDS services uptake on the sexual, reproductive, mental and womens health outcomes of women living with HIV in Canada.

Background

Research has demonstrated that women face not only biological susceptibility to HIV, but also increased vulnerability due to social factors such as poverty, marginalization, violence, and gender inequity. Women who are HIV-positive have unique care needs, but frequently face inattention to their specific social circumstances and health needs, particularly those of a sexual, reproductive and mental health nature, and may experience diverse challenges in accessing care. Preliminary research indicates that many women could benefit from women-centred services that would more fully address their unique needs in a supportive, inclusive, and accessible manner.

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