Community intervention to lower heart disease risk in Chicago
Community Intervention to Reduce CardiovascuLar Disease in Chicago (CIRCL-Chicago)
This study is working to help people in underserved neighborhoods of Chicago, especially in minority communities, manage high blood pressure better by using friendly health programs in local churches, with the support of community health workers.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Northwestern University at Chicago NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Chicago, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-10925372 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research focuses on reducing hypertension and its complications in underserved communities in Chicago, particularly among minority populations. By adapting a successful health intervention model used in Northern California, the project aims to implement community-centered strategies within local churches. These strategies include registry audits, simplified treatment plans, and accurate blood pressure measurements, all facilitated by community health workers. The goal is to improve blood pressure control rates and overall cardiovascular health in the South Side of Chicago.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are adults living in the South Side of Chicago, particularly those from minority backgrounds who are at risk for hypertension and cardiovascular diseases.
Not a fit: Patients living outside of the targeted communities or those without hypertension or related cardiovascular conditions may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could significantly improve blood pressure management and reduce cardiovascular disease rates in underserved populations.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown success with similar community-based health interventions, indicating potential for positive outcomes in this adaptation.
Where this research is happening
Chicago, United States
- Northwestern University at Chicago — Chicago, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Kho, Abel N. — Northwestern University at Chicago
- Study coordinator: Kho, Abel N.
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.