Engaging communities to improve health outcomes
All of Us Consortium of CTSA Community Engagement Programs
This study is all about making healthcare programs better for different communities by listening to their needs and making sure the services are easy to access and culturally appropriate, so everyone feels comfortable participating in health activities.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | University of Florida NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Gainesville, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-11059777 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research focuses on enhancing community engagement programs to better connect healthcare initiatives with diverse populations. By collaborating with various communities, the project aims to identify and address specific health needs and barriers to care. The approach involves gathering input from community members to ensure that health programs are culturally relevant and accessible. Through these efforts, the research seeks to foster trust and improve participation in health-related activities.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for participation include individuals from diverse communities who are interested in contributing to health initiatives and improving local health services.
Not a fit: Patients who are not part of the targeted communities or who do not engage with community health programs may not receive direct benefits from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to more effective health programs that are tailored to the needs of specific communities, ultimately improving health outcomes.
How similar studies have performed: Previous community engagement initiatives have shown success in improving health outcomes by fostering collaboration between healthcare providers and community members.
Where this research is happening
Gainesville, United States
- University of Florida — Gainesville, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Cottler, Linda B. — University of Florida
- Study coordinator: Cottler, Linda B.
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.