A technology tool to improve health literacy for Latinx students and their families
HealthyU-Latinx: A Technology-based Tool for addressing Health Literacy in Latinx Secondary Students and their Families
This study is creating a fun and interactive online program called HealthyU-Latinx to help Latinx teens and their families learn about health and how to make smart healthcare choices.
Quick facts
| Grant type | Sbir 1 grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Oregon Res Behavioral Intervention Strat NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Springfield, UNITED STATES) |
| Project ID | NIH-10699830 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research aims to develop a technology-based tool called HealthyU-Latinx, which will provide a self-paced curriculum to enhance health literacy among Latinx secondary students and their families. The program will include animated instructional videos, live demonstrations, reading materials, and interactive games to engage users effectively. By addressing the unique challenges faced by English Language Learners, this initiative seeks to empower families with the knowledge needed to navigate healthcare systems and make informed health decisions.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are Latinx secondary school students and their families who may struggle with health literacy due to language barriers.
Not a fit: Patients who are not part of the Latinx community or who do not have English language learning challenges may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could significantly improve health literacy in Latinx communities, leading to better health outcomes and reduced healthcare disparities.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown success in using technology-based interventions to improve health literacy in various populations, indicating a promising approach for this initiative.
Where this research is happening
Springfield, UNITED STATES
- Oregon Res Behavioral Intervention Strat — Springfield, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Smith, David Randolph — Oregon Res Behavioral Intervention Strat
- Study coordinator: Smith, David Randolph
About this research
- This is an active NIH-funded research project — typically early-stage science, not a clinical trial accepting patient enrollment.
- Some NIH-funded labs run parallel clinical studies or seek volunteers for related work. To check, contact the principal investigator or institution listed above.
- For full project details, budget, and progress reports, visit the official NIH RePORTER page below.