Examining inequities in harm reduction services for opioid use disorder in hospitals.
Understanding inequities in harm reduction services provided to persons with opioid use disorder in hospital settings: Harnessing the power of natural language processing.
This study looks at how hospitals provide help for people with opioid use disorder, especially focusing on Black and Latino communities who often have a harder time getting care, and it aims to find ways to make these services better for everyone.
Quick facts
| Grant type | Fellowship grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | New York University NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (New York, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-10824977 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research investigates how harm reduction services for individuals with opioid use disorder are provided in hospital settings, particularly focusing on Black and Latino populations who face significant barriers to care. By utilizing natural language processing, the study aims to analyze electronic health records to identify disparities in the availability and accessibility of these services. The goal is to understand the factors that contribute to inequitable service distribution and to propose solutions that enhance care for marginalized groups. Patients will benefit from insights that could lead to improved harm reduction strategies in hospitals.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research include individuals with opioid use disorder, particularly those from Black and Latino communities who have experienced barriers to accessing care in hospital settings.
Not a fit: Patients who do not have opioid use disorder or those who are not part of the targeted demographic groups may not receive benefits from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to more equitable access to harm reduction services for patients with opioid use disorder, ultimately reducing overdose mortality rates.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown that harm reduction strategies can be effective in improving outcomes for individuals with substance use disorders, but this specific approach focusing on inequities in hospital settings is relatively novel.
Where this research is happening
New York, United States
- New York University — New York, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Israel, Khadija — New York University
- Study coordinator: Israel, Khadija
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.