How structural racism affects hospital closures and health in urban communities
Official title: Impact of structural racism on hospital/clinic closures, community assets, and health outcomes in urban communities
Funded at State University of New York at Buffalo · NIH-11194038 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study looks at how past unfair practices, like redlining, have affected the number of hospitals and clinics in cities, and how this has led to health problems for racial and ethnic minorities, so we can better understand the challenges these communities face in getting the care they need.
Quick facts
| Grant type | R01 grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | State University of New York at Buffalo NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Amherst, United States) |
| Project start | July 10, 2023 |
| Project end | July 31, 2027 |
| Funding year | 2024 |
| Award (this year) | $423,837 |
| NIH project number | 7R01MD018012-03 |
| Project ID | NIH-11194038 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for this research are individuals living in urban areas who have experienced the effects of hospital and clinic closures, particularly those from racial and ethnic minority backgrounds.
✕Less likely to help
Patients living in rural areas or those who have not been affected by hospital or clinic closures may not receive direct benefits from this research.
What this research studies
This research investigates the impact of structural racism on the availability of hospitals and clinics in urban areas, particularly focusing on how historical practices like redlining have led to health disparities among racial and ethnic minorities. It examines the relationship between the closure of healthcare facilities and the overall health outcomes of communities affected by these closures. By analyzing data on healthcare access and community resources, the study aims to highlight the systemic issues that contribute to poor health in marginalized populations.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved healthcare access and policies that address health disparities in urban communities.
How similar studies have gone: Previous research has shown that addressing social determinants of health, including structural racism, can lead to significant improvements in health outcomes, indicating that this approach has potential for success.
Where this research is happening
-
State University of New York at Buffalo
Amherst, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Egede, Leonard E. — State University of New York at Buffalo
- Study coordinator: Egede, Leonard E.
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.