Addressing COVID-19 health disparities in African American communities
Community-Academic Partnerships to Address COVID-19 Inequities within African American Communities
This study is all about helping African American communities get involved in fighting COVID-19 by creating health programs that fit their specific needs and working together with local resources and schools, so everyone can stay healthier and safer.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Wake Forest University Health Sciences NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Winston-Salem, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-11005347 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research focuses on empowering African American communities to actively participate in public health initiatives aimed at combating COVID-19. It seeks to address the disproportionate impact of the virus on these communities by leveraging local resources and fostering partnerships between community members and academic institutions. The approach includes developing tailored public health campaigns and strategies that resonate with the community's unique needs and challenges. By promoting collective responsibility and community engagement, the research aims to reduce COVID-19-related morbidity and mortality.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for participation are African American adults aged 21 and older who are affected by or concerned about COVID-19.
Not a fit: Patients who do not identify as African American or those who are not directly impacted by COVID-19 may not receive benefits from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could significantly reduce COVID-19-related health disparities and improve health outcomes for African American individuals.
How similar studies have performed: Other research has shown success in community-driven health interventions, indicating that this approach has the potential to be effective.
Where this research is happening
Winston-Salem, United States
- Wake Forest University Health Sciences — Winston-Salem, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Ritchwood, Tiarney D — Wake Forest University Health Sciences
- Study coordinator: Ritchwood, Tiarney D
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.