Community response team to assess health risks from sewer overflows and flooding
Water Emergency Team (WET): Community-Driven Rapid Response Team to Evaluate Antibiotic-Resistant Bacteria Exposures and Household Environmental Health Risks from Sewer Overflows and Basement Flooding
This study is looking at how sewer overflows and basement flooding can lead to infections from antibiotic-resistant bacteria, especially in Black and African American communities that are more affected, and it aims to find ways to reduce these health risks together with the community.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Univ of Maryland, College Park NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (College Park, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-10686675 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research investigates the health risks associated with antibiotic-resistant bacteria that may arise from sewer overflows and basement flooding, particularly in vulnerable communities. It aims to evaluate how these environmental exposures contribute to infections, especially among Black and African American populations who are disproportionately affected. The approach includes community-driven assessments and interventions to identify and mitigate risks, thereby promoting better health outcomes. By focusing on environmental health, the research seeks to address a critical public health issue exacerbated by climate change and aging infrastructure.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for participation are individuals living in areas prone to sewer overflows and flooding, particularly within low-income and minority populations.
Not a fit: Patients who do not live in flood-prone areas or those not exposed to sewer overflow situations may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved public health strategies that reduce the incidence of antibiotic-resistant infections in affected communities.
How similar studies have performed: While the specific focus on sewer overflows and antibiotic-resistant bacteria is novel, related research has shown that environmental factors significantly impact public health outcomes.
Where this research is happening
College Park, United States
- Univ of Maryland, College Park — College Park, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Goldstein, Rachel E — Univ of Maryland, College Park
- Study coordinator: Goldstein, Rachel E
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.