Exploring how the Earned Income Tax Credit affects health across generations
Can the Earned Income Tax Credit Reduce Disparities in Intergenerational Health Mobility?
This study looks at how the Earned Income Tax Credit (EITC) can improve health for families over time, especially for kids compared to their parents, and it aims to show how this financial support can help break the cycle of poor health and inequality, taking into account different backgrounds and family situations.
Quick facts
| Grant type | R03 grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | University of Wisconsin-Madison NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Madison, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-10698148 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research investigates the impact of the Earned Income Tax Credit (EITC) on health outcomes across generations, focusing on how public policy can disrupt the cycle of poor health and disparities. By analyzing data on health mobility, the study aims to quantify how the EITC, a significant anti-poverty program in the U.S., influences the health of children relative to their parents. The research will consider various factors such as race, ethnicity, and marital status to understand the broader implications of economic support on health equity.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research include families with children who are affected by economic disparities and are eligible for the Earned Income Tax Credit.
Not a fit: Patients who are not economically disadvantaged or do not have children may not receive direct benefits from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved health outcomes for future generations by informing policies that enhance economic support for disadvantaged families.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown that economic support programs can positively influence health outcomes, suggesting that this approach may yield significant insights.
Where this research is happening
Madison, United States
- University of Wisconsin-Madison — Madison, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Wang, Yang — University of Wisconsin-Madison
- Study coordinator: Wang, Yang
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.