Collecting data from new mothers in South Carolina about their pregnancy experiences
DP21-001 SC Pregnancy Risk Assessment Monitoring System (SC PRAMS)
This study is looking for new moms in South Carolina to share their experiences and feelings about pregnancy so we can make things better for mothers and babies in the state.
Quick facts
| Grant type | U01 cooperative agreement |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | South Carolina Department of Public Health NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Columbia, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-11052443 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
The SC PRAMS program gathers information from mothers who have recently given birth to understand their behaviors, experiences, and attitudes related to pregnancy. This initiative aims to improve health outcomes for mothers and infants in South Carolina by monitoring progress towards national health objectives. Participants will receive surveys by mail, with follow-up calls for those who do not respond, ensuring a comprehensive understanding of maternal and child health in the state. The data collected will help inform health programs and policies to reduce maternal and infant health issues.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are mothers who have recently delivered live-born infants in South Carolina.
Not a fit: Patients who are not recent mothers or who have not given birth in South Carolina may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved health policies and programs that enhance the well-being of mothers and infants in South Carolina.
How similar studies have performed: Similar programs in other states have successfully improved maternal and child health outcomes through data collection and analysis.
Where this research is happening
Columbia, United States
- South Carolina Department of Public Health — Columbia, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Shealy, Kristen — South Carolina Department of Public Health
- Study coordinator: Shealy, Kristen
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.