Exploring how various factors affect Latino youth's access to healthcare
Understanding the Multiple-levels of Influence on Access to Care for Latino Youth
This study looks at the challenges Latino kids, especially those with immigrant parents, face when trying to get healthcare in the U.S., and it aims to find ways to make it easier for them to access the services they need.
Quick facts
| Grant type | R01 grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | University of Hawaii at Manoa NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Honolulu, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-10834996 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research investigates the complex barriers that Latino youth face in accessing healthcare services in the United States, particularly focusing on those with immigrant parents. By utilizing data from the California Health Interview Survey, the study aims to understand how individual, family, community, and policy factors contribute to these disparities. The research will analyze the interplay of these influences to identify effective strategies for improving healthcare access for Latino youth. The findings could inform policies and practices that enhance healthcare utilization among this population.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are Latino youth under the age of 18, particularly those from families with immigrant backgrounds.
Not a fit: Patients who are not Latino or do not fall within the youth age range may not receive direct benefits from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved healthcare access and utilization for Latino youth, addressing significant health disparities.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has highlighted health disparities among Latino populations, indicating that understanding these barriers can lead to successful interventions.
Where this research is happening
Honolulu, United States
- University of Hawaii at Manoa — Honolulu, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Ortega, Alexander N — University of Hawaii at Manoa
- Study coordinator: Ortega, Alexander N
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.