Examining how lack of access to water and food affects children's health in the US
Quantifying the compounding vulnerabilities of water and food insecurity on child and adolescent health in the US
This study looks at how not having enough food and clean water affects the health of kids and teens in the U.S., focusing on children aged 2 to 17, to help find ways to support those who are struggling.
Quick facts
| Grant type | R03 grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Pennsylvania State University, the NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (University Park, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-10788963 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research investigates the impact of water and food insecurity on the health of children and adolescents in the United States. It aims to understand how these insecurities often occur together and how they affect health outcomes such as beverage consumption and overall well-being. By analyzing data from a large national health survey, the study will assess the experiences of children aged 2-17 years regarding water access and its relationship with food insecurity. The goal is to identify vulnerable populations and inform public health strategies.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research include children and adolescents aged 2-17 years who may be experiencing food and water insecurity.
Not a fit: Patients who are not children or adolescents, or those who do not face issues related to food or water insecurity, may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved health interventions and policies that address both water and food insecurity among children and adolescents.
How similar studies have performed: While the individual impacts of food insecurity are well-documented, this research is novel in its focus on the combined effects of water and food insecurity on health outcomes.
Where this research is happening
University Park, United States
- Pennsylvania State University, the — University Park, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Rosinger, Asher Y. — Pennsylvania State University, the
- Study coordinator: Rosinger, Asher Y.
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.