Helping patients recover from Long COVID
Official title: Supporting Patients Recovering from COVID-19 (SPaRC)
Funded at Johns Hopkins University · NIH-10865843 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is all about helping people with Long COVID, especially older adults and minorities, by offering better care and support through a new program called SPaRC, which aims to make it easier for them to get the help they need.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Johns Hopkins University NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Baltimore, United States) |
| Project start | July 1, 2024 |
| Project end | June 30, 2029 |
| Funding year | 2024 |
| Award (this year) | $1,000,000 |
| NIH project number | 1U18HS029937-01 |
| Project ID | NIH-10865843 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for this research are individuals experiencing Long COVID, particularly those from underserved populations such as older adults, minorities, and those living in rural areas.
✕Less likely to help
Patients who have not experienced Long COVID or those with unrelated health conditions may not benefit from this research.
What this research studies
This research focuses on supporting individuals suffering from Long COVID, a condition affecting 10-30% of those who have had a SARS-CoV-2 infection. The Johns Hopkins Post-Acute COVID-19 Team (JH PACT) will implement a comprehensive program called SPaRC, which aims to provide multidisciplinary care specifically targeting underserved populations, including older adults and minorities. The program will enhance existing services, reduce wait times, and evaluate interventions to improve patient outcomes through a patient-centered approach. By collaborating with various organizations, the initiative seeks to expand access to care for those most affected by Long COVID.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could significantly improve the quality of life for patients suffering from Long COVID by providing tailored, effective interventions.
How similar studies have gone: Other research initiatives targeting Long COVID have shown promise in improving patient outcomes, indicating that this approach is both relevant and necessary.
Where this research is happening
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Johns Hopkins University
Baltimore, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Parker, Ann Marie — Johns Hopkins University
- Study coordinator: Parker, Ann 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.