Improving blood pressure control in Black communities through church wellness coordinators
Church Wellness Coordinator-led Intervention to Improve Hypertension Control in the Black Community
This study is looking at how support from church wellness coordinators can help Black individuals in Louisiana better manage their high blood pressure, by comparing this community approach to regular care, so participants can get the help they need to stay healthy.
Quick facts
| Grant type | R01 grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Ut Southwestern Medical Center NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Dallas, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-11221377 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research investigates a community-based intervention led by church wellness coordinators to improve hypertension control among Black individuals in Louisiana, a region significantly affected by hypertension disparities. The approach involves a cluster randomized trial comparing this intervention to standard care, focusing on clinical effectiveness, implementation outcomes, and sustainability over time. By partnering with local churches, the study aims to address specific barriers and facilitators to hypertension management within the community. Participants will receive tailored support and resources to help manage their blood pressure effectively.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are Black individuals living in Louisiana who are struggling with hypertension.
Not a fit: Patients who do not have hypertension or are not part of the Black community may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved blood pressure control and overall health outcomes for Black individuals in the community.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown that community-based interventions can effectively improve health outcomes in similar populations, suggesting potential success for this approach.
Where this research is happening
Dallas, United States
- Ut Southwestern Medical Center — Dallas, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: He, Jiang — Ut Southwestern Medical Center
- Study coordinator: He, Jiang
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.