Improving blood pressure management for underserved populations through mobile health interventions.
Official title: Reach Out 2: Randomized Clinical Trial of Emergency Department-Initiated Hypertension Mobile Health Intervention Connecting Multiple HealthSystems
Funded at Northwestern University at Chicago · NIH-10934493 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is looking to help people with high blood pressure, especially Black Americans and those with low incomes, by using mobile health technology to connect them with the right care and support they need to manage their condition better.
Quick facts
| Grant type | R01 grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Northwestern University at Chicago NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Chicago, United States) |
| Project start | September 24, 2023 |
| Project end | November 30, 2028 |
| Funding year | 2025 |
| Award (this year) | $542,083 |
| NIH project number | 5R01MD019124-02 |
| Project ID | NIH-10934493 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for this research include Black Americans and low-income individuals who are either undiagnosed or inadequately treated for hypertension.
✕Less likely to help
Patients who are already well-managed for hypertension or do not have hypertension may not receive any benefit from this research.
What this research studies
This research aims to enhance hypertension management by utilizing mobile health technology to connect patients in emergency departments with multiple healthcare systems. It focuses on identifying individuals who are undiagnosed or inadequately treated for hypertension, particularly among Black Americans and low-income populations. By leveraging safety-net healthcare systems, the study seeks to provide tailored interventions that can improve blood pressure control and overall health outcomes. Participants will receive support and resources to manage their hypertension effectively.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved blood pressure control and reduced cardiovascular disease risk for underserved populations.
How similar studies have gone: Previous research, such as Reach Out 1, has shown promising results in reducing blood pressure among similar populations using mobile health interventions.
Where this research is happening
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Northwestern University at Chicago
Chicago, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Skolarus, Lesli Elizabeth — Northwestern University at Chicago
- Study coordinator: Skolarus, Lesli Elizabeth
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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.