Exploring how immigrants use cardiovascular disease care in the U.S.
Official title: Understanding immigrants' cardiovascular disease utilization: An epidemiological and system dynamics approach
Funded at Northeastern University · NIH-10950854 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is looking at the heart health of Black and Latinx immigrants in the U.S. to find out why they might not be getting the preventive care they need, with the hope of making it easier for them to stay healthy and reduce health differences in their communities.
Quick facts
| Grant type | Career grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Northeastern University NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Boston, United States) |
| Project start | September 1, 2024 |
| Project end | August 31, 2029 |
| Funding year | 2024 |
| Award (this year) | $162,000 |
| NIH project number | 1K01HL174891-01 |
| Project ID | NIH-10950854 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for this research include Black and Latinx immigrants living in the U.S. who are at risk for cardiovascular disease.
✕Less likely to help
Patients who are not immigrants or who do not belong to the targeted ethnic groups may not receive benefit from this research.
What this research studies
This research investigates the cardiovascular health of immigrants, particularly Black and Latinx individuals, who often experience worsening health outcomes after moving to the U.S. The study aims to understand the factors that influence their use of preventive care services for cardiovascular disease. By analyzing electronic health records and engaging with communities, the research will identify barriers to care and propose solutions to improve health outcomes. The goal is to reduce disparities in cardiovascular disease prevention among immigrant populations.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved access to cardiovascular disease preventive care for immigrants, ultimately enhancing their health outcomes.
How similar studies have gone: Previous research has shown that addressing barriers to healthcare access can significantly improve health outcomes in underserved populations, suggesting that this approach may be effective.
Where this research is happening
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Northeastern University
Boston, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Crookes, Danielle Marie — Northeastern University
- Study coordinator: Crookes, Danielle Marie
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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.