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
This project aims to help patients from diverse backgrounds in safety net health systems better manage their blood pressure to prevent heart attacks and strokes.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | University of California Los Angeles NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Los Angeles, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-11370978 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
Many people, especially those from racial and ethnic minority groups, struggle to keep their blood pressure under control, particularly after experiencing a stroke or heart attack. This project focuses on finding new ways to support patients in safety net health systems, where access to care can be challenging. We plan to develop and test new approaches that involve healthcare teams, pharmacists, and community health workers. The goal is to make it easier for patients to manage their blood pressure, addressing factors like social support and access to care.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: This project is designed for adult patients, aged 21 and older, who have high blood pressure, especially those from racial/ethnic minority groups served by safety net health systems and who have experienced a stroke or heart attack.
Not a fit: Patients who do not have high blood pressure or are not part of the specific populations served by safety net health systems may not directly benefit from this particular project.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this work could lead to better blood pressure control for vulnerable patients, significantly reducing their risk of future heart attacks and strokes.
How similar studies have performed: Previous interventions using chronic care models, pharmacist-led medication management, and team-based care 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.