Pasteurized donor milk for HIV-exposed babies: a pilot study
Part of Infections, Women’s health & pregnancy clinical trials.
This study tests if pasteurized donor human milk is a safe and acceptable option for infants exposed to HIV. It may help families who cannot or choose not to breastfeed.
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Who can take part
- You are 15 years or older
- You are pregnant or have recently given birth and are living with HIV, or you are the main caregiver of an HIV-exposed infant
- You are being followed by Saskatchewan Health Authority Pediatric Infectious Disease
- You live in Saskatchewan, within about 150 km of the University of Saskatchewan
- You have a freezer at home to store the milk
Quick eligibility check
Answer a few plain-language questions, based on this study's own requirements, to get a preliminary sense of fit.
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