Assessing how climate change affects health in rural communities
Integrating Climate Impacts into a Community Health Assessment for Rural Communities
['FUNDING_R21'] · NORTH CAROLINA STATE UNIVERSITY RALEIGH · NIH-10989357
This study looks at how climate change affects health in rural Southern Appalachia and works with local communities to find ways to protect their health from these environmental changes.
Quick facts
| Phase | ['FUNDING_R21'] |
|---|---|
| Study type | Nih_funding |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | NORTH CAROLINA STATE UNIVERSITY RALEIGH (nih funded) |
| Locations | 1 site (RALEIGH, UNITED STATES) |
| Trial ID | NIH-10989357 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this research studies
This research investigates the impact of climate change on health in rural areas, particularly in Southern Appalachia. It aims to integrate climate data into community health assessments to better understand and address health risks exacerbated by environmental changes. By collaborating with local health departments, healthcare systems, and community members, the project seeks to enhance the resilience of these communities against climate-related health threats. The approach includes analyzing climate sensitivities related to priority health concerns and fostering partnerships to improve public health responses.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are residents of rural communities in Southern Appalachia who are affected by climate-related health issues.
Not a fit: Patients living in urban areas or those not impacted by climate change may not receive direct benefits from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved health outcomes for rural communities by better addressing the health impacts of climate change.
How similar studies have performed: Other research has shown success in integrating environmental factors into health assessments, indicating that this approach could be effective.
Where this research is happening
RALEIGH, UNITED STATES
- NORTH CAROLINA STATE UNIVERSITY RALEIGH — RALEIGH, UNITED STATES (ACTIVE)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: RUNKLE, JENNIFER D. — NORTH CAROLINA STATE UNIVERSITY RALEIGH
- Study coordinator: RUNKLE, JENNIFER 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.