Impact of COVID-19 on heart and brain health in rural areas
Rural-Urban Disparities In Spillover Effects of COVID-19
This study looks at how the COVID-19 pandemic has changed healthcare for older adults with heart and brain conditions living in rural areas, focusing on any delays in their care and how their financial situations might make things harder, so we can find better ways to support them, like using telehealth.
Quick facts
| Grant type | U01 cooperative agreement |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Washington University NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Saint Louis, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-10806245 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research investigates how the COVID-19 pandemic has affected the delivery of care for cardiovascular and cerebrovascular diseases, particularly among older adults in rural areas. It focuses on understanding the delays and disruptions in medical care that may have occurred due to the pandemic, as well as the socioeconomic factors that could exacerbate these issues. The study aims to identify the spillover effects of COVID-19 on health outcomes and evaluate potential strategies to mitigate these impacts, such as telehealth and proactive patient management. By gathering data on these effects, the research seeks to inform better healthcare responses for rural populations during and after the pandemic.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are older adults living in rural areas who are at risk for cardiovascular and cerebrovascular diseases.
Not a fit: Patients who do not live in rural areas or who are not affected by cardiovascular or cerebrovascular diseases may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved healthcare strategies that enhance the management of cardiovascular and cerebrovascular diseases in rural older adults.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has indicated that understanding healthcare disparities during pandemics can lead to significant improvements in patient outcomes, suggesting that this approach has potential for success.
Where this research is happening
Saint Louis, United States
- Washington University — Saint Louis, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Joynt Maddox, Karen Ellen — Washington University
- Study coordinator: Joynt Maddox, Karen Ellen
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.