Finding ways to prevent COVID-19 in jails and prisons
Identifying and evaluating prevention strategies for COVID-19 in correctional facilities
This study is looking at the best ways to stop the spread of COVID-19 in jails and prisons, focusing on strategies like testing and vaccination to help keep everyone safe and healthy.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Boston University Medical Campus NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Boston, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-11140790 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research investigates how to effectively prevent COVID-19 transmission in correctional facilities, such as jails and prisons, where residents are at higher risk for respiratory infections. The project aims to evaluate various prevention strategies, including testing and vaccination, to determine their combined effectiveness in reducing COVID-19 cases. By developing a detailed model, the researchers will analyze how these strategies can be adapted to the changing landscape of the pandemic, providing evidence-based guidance for correctional facilities. This work seeks to improve health outcomes for incarcerated individuals by addressing the unique challenges they face during outbreaks.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are individuals residing in correctional facilities who may be at risk for COVID-19 infection.
Not a fit: Patients who are not currently incarcerated or those who have already been vaccinated and tested may not receive direct benefits from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to more effective COVID-19 prevention strategies in correctional facilities, ultimately reducing infection rates and improving health outcomes for incarcerated individuals.
How similar studies have performed: While there have been studies on COVID-19 prevention in general populations, this research specifically addresses the unique context of correctional facilities, making it a novel approach.
Where this research is happening
Boston, United States
- Boston University Medical Campus — Boston, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Lind, Margaret — Boston University Medical Campus
- Study coordinator: Lind, Margaret
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.