Improving Blood Pressure Control for Patients in Safety Net Health Systems
BP REACH: Blood Pressure disparities Reduction, Equity, and Access among safety net patients with Cardiovascular Health risk
['FUNDING_OTHER'] · UNIVERSITY OF CALIFORNIA LOS ANGELES · NIH-11137683
This project aims to help patients from diverse backgrounds in safety net health systems better manage their high blood pressure, especially after a stroke or heart attack.
Quick facts
| Phase | ['FUNDING_OTHER'] |
|---|---|
| Study type | Nih_funding |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | UNIVERSITY OF CALIFORNIA LOS ANGELES (nih funded) |
| Locations | 1 site (LOS ANGELES, UNITED STATES) |
| Trial ID | NIH-11137683 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this research studies
Many people, particularly those from racial and ethnic minority groups and those facing social challenges, struggle to keep their blood pressure under control after a stroke or heart attack. This can lead to serious health problems. Our project looks at new ways to support these patients by improving healthcare services, providing patient-level support, and engaging with communities. We want to make it easier for patients to access care, manage their medications, and receive team-based support to achieve better blood pressure control.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates are adults aged 21 and older, especially those from African American and Asian American communities, who receive care in safety net health systems and have high blood pressure after experiencing a stroke or heart attack.
Not a fit: Patients without high blood pressure or those who have not experienced a stroke or heart attack are unlikely to directly benefit from this specific project.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this work could lead to better blood pressure control, fewer future heart attacks and strokes, and improved health outcomes for vulnerable patient populations.
How similar studies have performed: Past interventions using chronic care models, pharmacist-led medication management, and community health workers have shown success in improving blood pressure control.
Where this research is happening
LOS ANGELES, UNITED STATES
- UNIVERSITY OF CALIFORNIA LOS ANGELES — LOS ANGELES, UNITED STATES (ACTIVE)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: CASILLAS, ALEJANDRA — UNIVERSITY OF CALIFORNIA LOS ANGELES
- Study coordinator: CASILLAS, ALEJANDRA
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.