How access to affordable housing affects diabetes management

The effects of affordable housing access on type 2 diabetes self-management and control

['FUNDING_R01'] · YALE UNIVERSITY · NIH-10829360

This study looks at how having stable, affordable housing can help low-income adults with type 2 diabetes better manage their health by reducing stress and making it easier to stick to their routines, comparing those who get rental assistance to those who are still waiting for help.

Quick facts

Phase['FUNDING_R01']
Study typeNih_funding
SexAll
SponsorYALE UNIVERSITY (nih funded)
Locations1 site (NEW HAVEN, UNITED STATES)
Trial IDNIH-10829360 on ClinicalTrials.gov

What this research studies

This research investigates the impact of affordable housing access on the self-management and control of type 2 diabetes among low-income adults. It focuses on how stable housing can alleviate financial burdens, allowing individuals to better manage their diabetes through consistent routines and reduced stress. The study compares individuals who receive rental assistance with those on waiting lists to understand the health benefits of stable housing. By examining these groups, the research aims to provide insights into the relationship between housing stability and chronic disease management.

Who could benefit from this research

Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are low-income adults living with type 2 diabetes who may be affected by housing instability.

Not a fit: Patients who are not low-income or do not have type 2 diabetes may not receive benefits from this research.

Why it matters

Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved diabetes management and health outcomes for low-income individuals by highlighting the importance of stable housing.

How similar studies have performed: Previous research has indicated that stable housing can positively influence health outcomes, suggesting that this approach may yield valuable insights.

Where this research is happening

NEW HAVEN, UNITED STATES

Researchers

About this research

  1. This is an active NIH-funded research project — typically early-stage science, not a clinical trial accepting patient enrollment.
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