Creating a dashboard to address health equity in communities
Virginia Accountable Health Equity and Action Dashboard (VA-AHEAD): Community Framing of Equity Data to Support Clinical and Translational Science
This study is creating a helpful tool that uses information from local communities to spot and tackle health differences, especially around issues like opioid overdoses, so that everyone can get better care and live healthier lives.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Virginia Commonwealth University NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Richmond, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-10928329 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research focuses on developing a comprehensive dashboard that utilizes community-sourced data to identify and address health inequities across various populations. By collaborating with communities, the project aims to co-create data systems that highlight disparities in healthcare delivery, outcomes, and life expectancy. The approach involves advanced analytics and community engagement to track trends and develop targeted solutions for health issues, particularly those related to opioid overdose deaths and other equity concerns. Patients and communities will be actively involved in the process to ensure that the data reflects their needs and experiences.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for participation include individuals from communities that experience significant health disparities and inequities.
Not a fit: Patients who are already receiving equitable healthcare and do not face disparities may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved health outcomes and reduced disparities for underserved populations.
How similar studies have performed: Other research has shown success in using community engagement and data analytics to address health disparities, indicating that this approach has potential for impactful outcomes.
Where this research is happening
Richmond, United States
- Virginia Commonwealth University — Richmond, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Krist, Alexander H — Virginia Commonwealth University
- Study coordinator: Krist, Alexander H
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.