Improving access to preventive health services for rural children in Appalachia
Appalachian STAR Trial – Diversity Supplement
This study is looking at how to make it easier for kids aged 0-11 in rural Appalachia to get important health check-ups, like hearing screenings, by using telehealth services in schools and listening to community feedback to improve the program.
Quick facts
| Grant type | U01 cooperative agreement |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Univ of Arkansas for Med Scis NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Little Rock, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-11175840 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research focuses on enhancing access to preventive health services for children aged 0-11 in rural Appalachia through a school-based telehealth model. It aims to address health disparities by implementing a novel approach that incorporates community feedback to improve the effectiveness of hearing screenings and other preventive services. The study evaluates the implementation of this model and its impact on follow-up care, ensuring that children receive the necessary health services despite geographical barriers. By adapting the program based on participant feedback, the research seeks to create a sustainable model that can be replicated in similar rural settings.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are children aged 0-11 living in rural Appalachian communities who may have limited access to healthcare services.
Not a fit: Patients who do not reside in rural areas or are outside the age range of 0-11 may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could significantly improve health outcomes for rural children by providing them with better access to preventive care services.
How similar studies have performed: Other research has shown success with school-based telehealth models in improving access to care, indicating that this approach has potential for positive outcomes.
Where this research is happening
Little Rock, United States
- Univ of Arkansas for Med Scis — Little Rock, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Emmett, Susan Davis — Univ of Arkansas for Med Scis
- Study coordinator: Emmett, Susan Davis
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.