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Anna Helova is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Health Policy & Organization at the University of Alabama at Birmingham (UAB) School of Public Health. She holds additional roles as a Scholar and Deputy Director at the Sparkman Center for Global Health, and an Associate Scientist at the Center for AIDS Research. Her academic background includes a Doctor of Public Health (DPH) from UAB, an MBA from UAB, and a Master of Public Health in Health/Health Care Administration from UAB.
Helova's research focuses on HIV prevention, maternal and child health, and global health interventions in sub-Saharan Africa. Key areas include improving antiretroviral therapy adherence among pregnant/postpartum women, evaluating behavioral interventions to reduce HIV transmission, and addressing health disparities through community-based approaches. She has led studies like the MOTIVATE trial and the TATUA study, exploring interventions such as mentor mothers, text messaging, and risk stratification to enhance health outcomes.
Her articles highlight themes of mental health in marginalized populations, healthcare access barriers, and the role of social support systems. She has contributed to understanding vaccine hesitancy in underserved communities, particularly during the COVID-19 pandemic, and the intersection of cultural factors with public health responses.
Helova teaches courses such as 'Global Health Cases' and 'Qualitative & Mixed Research Methods' at UAB, emphasizing experiential learning and global health challenges. She mentors graduate students in public health and global health research, with notable involvement in thesis committees for Zuha Fatima and Sandra Chrapah.
Her work bridges clinical and community settings, aiming to optimize HIV care engagement, reduce stigma, and strengthen family health systems. She collaborates with global health organizations and conducts research in Kenya, Zambia, and other regions, addressing pressing issues like perinatal HIV transmission and maternal health equity.
