A tool to improve health literacy for Native American and Alaska Native students
HealthyU-Native: A Technology-Based Tool for Addressing Health Literacy in Native American/Alaska Native Secondary Students
['FUNDING_SBIR_1'] · OREGON RES BEHAVIORAL INTERVENTION STRAT · NIH-10821128
This study is creating a helpful app called HealthyU-Native to support Native American and Alaska Native high school students in learning about health, so they can better understand health information and make healthier choices.
Quick facts
| Phase | ['FUNDING_SBIR_1'] |
|---|---|
| Study type | Nih_funding |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | OREGON RES BEHAVIORAL INTERVENTION STRAT (nih funded) |
| Locations | 1 site (Springfield, UNITED STATES) |
| Trial ID | NIH-10821128 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this research studies
This research aims to develop a technology-based tool called HealthyU-Native, which will help Native American and Alaska Native secondary students improve their health literacy. The project recognizes the significant health disparities faced by these populations and seeks to create a web and mobile application that provides self-paced learning resources. By addressing the challenges of limited health literacy, the tool will empower students to better understand health information, leading to improved health outcomes. The approach involves collaboration with various health organizations to ensure the content is relevant and effective.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are Native American and Alaska Native secondary students who may struggle with health literacy.
Not a fit: Patients who are not Native American or Alaska Native, or those who are not in the secondary education system, may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could significantly enhance health literacy among Native American and Alaska Native students, leading to better health outcomes and increased use of healthcare services.
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 specific group.
Where this research is happening
Springfield, UNITED STATES
- OREGON RES BEHAVIORAL INTERVENTION STRAT — Springfield, UNITED STATES (ACTIVE)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: MARQUEZ, JESSIE — OREGON RES BEHAVIORAL INTERVENTION STRAT
- Study coordinator: MARQUEZ, JESSIE
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.
Conditions: Centers for Disease Control, Centers for Disease Control and Prevention