Exploring the impact of food insecurity on maternal health among Indigenous women
Official title: Food for LifecOURse equity In maternal Security and Health
Funded at University of Oklahoma Hlth Sciences Ctr · NIH-10908629 · Data updated 2026-11-12
The FLOURISH project is looking at how not having enough good food affects the health of Indigenous women during and after pregnancy, especially in Oklahoma, and aims to find helpful solutions by working closely with the community.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | University of Oklahoma Hlth Sciences Ctr NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Oklahoma City, United States) |
| Project start | August 17, 2023 |
| Project end | July 31, 2030 |
| Funding year | 2024 |
| Award (this year) | $618,512 |
| NIH project number | 5U54HD113173-02 |
| Project ID | NIH-10908629 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for this research are Indigenous women of childbearing age who are experiencing food insecurity.
✕Less likely to help
Patients who are not Indigenous or who are not of childbearing age may not receive benefits from this research.
What this research studies
The FLOURISH project investigates how food insecurity affects the health of Indigenous women during pregnancy and after childbirth. It aims to understand the connections between nutritional and non-nutritional factors that contribute to severe maternal morbidity. By collaborating with community stakeholders, the research seeks to ensure that the findings are relevant and can lead to actionable solutions. The study will focus on the effects of trauma and dietary quality on health outcomes, particularly in Oklahoma, where many Indigenous tribes are located.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved maternal health outcomes for Indigenous women by addressing food insecurity and its related health risks.
How similar studies have gone: Previous research has shown success in addressing health disparities among Indigenous populations through community-engaged approaches, making this study a promising continuation of those efforts.
Where this research is happening
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University of Oklahoma Hlth Sciences Ctr
Oklahoma City, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Jones, Emily Jean — University of Oklahoma Hlth Sciences Ctr
- Study coordinator: Jones, Emily Jean
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.