Improving cancer control in low-income communities in Virginia
The Virginia Advancing Cancer Control Equity Research Through Transformative Solutions (ACCERT) Center
This study is working to help people in low-income communities in Virginia live healthier lives by encouraging better eating habits and more physical activity, all while making sure the solutions fit their needs and culture, to ultimately reduce the risk of cancer.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Virginia Commonwealth University NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Richmond, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-10929742 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research focuses on addressing the social drivers of health that contribute to increased cancer risk among economically disadvantaged individuals and families. It aims to implement a multi-level lifestyle intervention that promotes better diet quality and physical activity in income-based housing communities across Virginia. The project involves collaboration with community members to ensure that the interventions are effective and culturally relevant. By targeting both individual behaviors and community-level factors, the research seeks to reduce cancer disparities and improve health outcomes.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for participation are individuals and families living in income-based housing who are at risk for cancer due to socioeconomic factors.
Not a fit: Patients who do not live in economically disadvantaged environments or those without access to income-based housing may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to significant reductions in cancer risk and improved health outcomes for residents of low-income communities.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown that community-based interventions targeting diet and physical activity can effectively reduce health disparities, indicating a promising approach for this project.
Where this research is happening
Richmond, United States
- Virginia Commonwealth University — Richmond, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Arcan, Chrisa — Virginia Commonwealth University
- Study coordinator: Arcan, Chrisa
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.