Helping unemployed individuals reduce chronic disease risks
NC Works4Health: Reducing Chronic Disease Risks in Socioeconomically Disadvantaged, Unemployed Populations
This study is looking to create and test a helpful program to reduce the risk of chronic diseases for unemployed people from low-income backgrounds, focusing on their specific challenges and needs.
Quick facts
| Grant type | R01 grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Univ of North Carolina Chapel Hill NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Chapel Hill, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-10551805 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research aims to develop and evaluate a comprehensive intervention designed to lower the risk of chronic diseases among unemployed individuals from socioeconomically disadvantaged backgrounds. The approach involves adapting existing programs to address the unique challenges faced by these individuals, including health-compromising behaviors and psychological distress associated with unemployment. The study will utilize a randomized design to test the effectiveness of interventions targeting both individuals and employers, ensuring that the solutions are relevant and practical for the communities involved.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are unemployed adults aged 21 and older who come from socioeconomically disadvantaged backgrounds.
Not a fit: Patients who are currently employed or do not face socioeconomic disadvantages may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could significantly improve the health outcomes of unemployed individuals by reducing their risk of chronic diseases.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown that community-based interventions can effectively reduce chronic disease risks in similar populations, indicating a promising approach.
Where this research is happening
Chapel Hill, United States
- Univ of North Carolina Chapel Hill — Chapel Hill, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Kneipp, Shawn Marie — Univ of North Carolina Chapel Hill
- Study coordinator: Kneipp, Shawn Marie
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.