Improving access to hearing healthcare in Alabama
Improving Access and Affordability of Adult Hearing Healthcare: Effectiveness of Community-based Interventions in West Central and South Alabama
This study is all about making hearing healthcare easier to get for adults in West Central and South Alabama, especially for those who might feel lonely or have trouble thinking clearly because of mild to moderate hearing loss, and it involves the community to find the best ways to help.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | University of Alabama in Tuscaloosa NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Tuscaloosa, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-11004961 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research focuses on enhancing access to affordable hearing healthcare for adults in West Central and South Alabama. It aims to address the negative impacts of hearing loss, such as social isolation and cognitive decline, particularly in underserved communities. The study employs community-based participatory research to identify the specific needs of individuals with mild to moderate hearing loss and develop effective intervention strategies. By involving the community in the research process, the project seeks to create tailored solutions that improve hearing healthcare delivery.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are adults living in West Central and South Alabama who experience mild to moderate hearing loss and have limited access to hearing healthcare.
Not a fit: Patients who do not reside in the targeted geographic areas or those with severe hearing loss may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could significantly improve the quality of life for individuals with hearing loss by providing better access to necessary healthcare services.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown that community-based interventions can effectively improve access to healthcare services, suggesting a promising approach for this study.
Where this research is happening
Tuscaloosa, United States
- University of Alabama in Tuscaloosa — Tuscaloosa, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Hay-Mccutcheon, Marcia Jean — University of Alabama in Tuscaloosa
- Study coordinator: Hay-Mccutcheon, Marcia Jean
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.