Improving cancer health promotion and prevention in low-income communities in Virginia
The Virginia Advancing Cancer Control Equity Research Through Transformative Solutions (VA-ACCERT) Center
This study is working to improve cancer prevention and health services for families living in low-income neighborhoods in Virginia, especially for those from racial and ethnic minority groups, by teaming up with community leaders to create solutions that really fit their needs.
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-10929743 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
The Virginia Advancing Cancer Control Equity Research Through Transformative Solutions (VA-ACCERT) Center focuses on enhancing cancer health promotion and prevention services for individuals and families living in low-income housing communities in Virginia. This research involves community-responsive projects that are designed to address the specific needs of racial and ethnic minority populations facing significant health disparities. By collaborating with community leaders and utilizing iterative research methods, the projects aim to implement effective cancer control strategies and promote health equity. The initiative also supports the development of early-career researchers in the field of cancer equity.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for participation are individuals and families living in income-based housing communities, particularly those from racial and ethnic minority backgrounds.
Not a fit: Patients not residing in the targeted low-income housing communities may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved cancer prevention and health outcomes for underserved populations in Virginia.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown success in community-engaged approaches to cancer prevention and health promotion, indicating a promising avenue for this initiative.
Where this research is happening
Richmond, United States
- Virginia Commonwealth University — Richmond, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Sheehan, Brynn — Virginia Commonwealth University
- Study coordinator: Sheehan, Brynn
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.