Improving care for people with Long COVID in the community
Advancing Long COVID Care in our Community through Access, Equity, and Collaboration
This study is working to improve care for people with Long COVID, especially in the Black community and rural areas of Missouri, by turning a university clinic into a community network that makes it easier for everyone to get the help they need.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Washington University NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Saint Louis, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-10932321 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research aims to enhance the care provided to individuals suffering from Long COVID by transforming a university-based clinic into a community network. It focuses on expanding access to care for underserved populations, particularly the Black community in St. Louis and rural areas in Missouri. The project will address the complex medical and social needs of Long COVID patients by increasing clinical capacity and removing barriers to care. By collaborating with primary care practitioners, the initiative seeks to improve the overall patient care experience.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research include individuals experiencing Long COVID symptoms, particularly those from underserved populations in St. Louis and rural Missouri.
Not a fit: Patients who do not have Long COVID or those living outside the targeted geographic areas may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could significantly improve access to effective Long COVID care for marginalized communities.
How similar studies have performed: Other initiatives have shown success in improving access to care for marginalized populations, indicating that this approach has potential.
Where this research is happening
Saint Louis, United States
- Washington University — Saint Louis, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Cheng, Abby Ling-Lee — Washington University
- Study coordinator: Cheng, Abby Ling-Lee
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.