Improving cancer health equity for Hispanic communities
Center for the Promotion of Cancer Health Equity (CePCHE)
This study is all about helping Hispanic communities in Puerto Rico and the U.S. get better cancer care and outcomes by training new researchers and using proven strategies to tackle health disparities.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | University of Puerto Rico Med Sciences NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (San Juan, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-10931321 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research focuses on addressing significant cancer health disparities faced by Hispanic populations in Puerto Rico and the mainland U.S. The project aims to enhance cancer health equity through a comprehensive approach that includes basic, translational, and clinical research. It will build research capacity at the University of Puerto Rico and foster the development of young Hispanic cancer researchers. Additionally, the initiative will implement evidence-based health equity strategies to improve cancer outcomes in these communities.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are Hispanic individuals living in Puerto Rico or the mainland U.S. who are affected by cancer.
Not a fit: Patients who do not identify as Hispanic or who are not affected by cancer may not receive benefits from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved cancer care and outcomes for Hispanic patients by addressing health disparities.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown success in addressing health disparities in cancer care among minority populations, indicating that this approach has potential.
Where this research is happening
San Juan, United States
- University of Puerto Rico Med Sciences — San Juan, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Baerga-Ortiz, Abel J — University of Puerto Rico Med Sciences
- Study coordinator: Baerga-Ortiz, Abel J
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.