Improving asthma care for disadvantaged school children
Reducing Asthma Attacks in Disadvantaged School Children with Asthma
This study is testing a new program in schools to help kids aged 5 to 12 from low-income families manage their asthma better and reduce attacks, by training school staff to work closely with doctors and community resources.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | University of Colorado Denver NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Aurora, UNITED STATES) |
| Project ID | NIH-10910118 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research focuses on implementing a school-based program aimed at reducing asthma attacks among children aged 5 to 12 from low-income communities. By utilizing community-based participatory methods, the project will address both asthma management and the social factors that contribute to health disparities. The program includes training school asthma navigators and nurses to coordinate care with primary healthcare providers and community resources, ensuring a comprehensive approach to asthma care. The effectiveness of this program will be evaluated through metrics identified by community stakeholders.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are children aged 5 to 12 years who have asthma and come from low-income families.
Not a fit: Patients who do not have asthma or are not within the specified age range may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could significantly reduce asthma attacks and improve the overall health and school attendance of disadvantaged children.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown success with similar school-based asthma interventions, indicating a promising approach to addressing asthma disparities.
Where this research is happening
Aurora, UNITED STATES
- University of Colorado Denver — Aurora, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Szefler, Stanley J. — University of Colorado Denver
- Study coordinator: Szefler, Stanley J.
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.