Impact of interventions on NYC transit workers during COVID-19
NYC Transit Workers and COVID-19: Impact of Multilevel Interventions
['FUNDING_R01'] · NEW YORK UNIVERSITY · NIH-10892887
This study is looking at how different support programs can help New York City transit workers, like subway and bus employees, stay healthy and strong after facing tough challenges during the COVID-19 pandemic, and it will gather their feedback to improve their well-being and safety in the future.
Quick facts
| Phase | ['FUNDING_R01'] |
|---|---|
| Study type | Nih_funding |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | NEW YORK UNIVERSITY (nih funded) |
| Locations | 1 site (NEW YORK, UNITED STATES) |
| Trial ID | NIH-10892887 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this research studies
This research investigates the effects of various interventions on the health and resilience of New York City transit workers who faced significant risks during the COVID-19 pandemic. It aims to evaluate the cumulative impact of these interventions and develop a worker-driven model for crisis management to enhance resilience as the pandemic evolves. The study will involve conducting surveys among the transit workforce, which includes nearly 40,000 subway and bus workers, to gather data on their experiences and health outcomes. The findings will be used to inform policy changes that protect essential workers and address health disparities in high-risk communities.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are NYC transit workers, particularly those from racial and ethnic minority backgrounds who have been directly affected by the COVID-19 pandemic.
Not a fit: Patients who are not transit workers or those who do not reside in high-prevalence communities may not receive direct benefits from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved health and safety measures for transit workers, ultimately enhancing their well-being during public health crises.
How similar studies have performed: Other research has shown success in implementing interventions for frontline workers during health crises, indicating that this approach has potential for positive outcomes.
Where this research is happening
NEW YORK, UNITED STATES
- NEW YORK UNIVERSITY — NEW YORK, UNITED STATES (ACTIVE)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: GERSHON, ROBYN R.M. — NEW YORK UNIVERSITY
- Study coordinator: GERSHON, ROBYN R.M.
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.