Improving children's health by addressing environmental factors
Philadelphia Regional Center for Children's Environmental Health
This study is all about helping kids stay healthy by teaching doctors and families about environmental risks like asthma and lead exposure, so they can get the right support and resources to keep children safe and healthy.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | University of Pennsylvania NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Philadelphia, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-10990999 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research focuses on enhancing children's environmental health by increasing awareness among clinicians and connecting families to vital resources. The team will integrate environmental health screening questions into electronic medical records to identify risks and provide tailored prevention strategies. They will also develop educational materials and webinars for childcare providers and engage with local communities to implement proven programs aimed at reducing asthma and lead exposure. The initiative seeks to empower parents and educators with knowledge and tools to protect children's health.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research include children aged 0-11 years living in the Philadelphia region who may be at risk for environmental health issues.
Not a fit: Patients who do not reside in the Philadelphia area or are over the age of 11 may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could significantly reduce the incidence of asthma and lead poisoning in children, leading to healthier outcomes.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown success in similar community-based approaches to improving children's environmental health, indicating a promising potential for this initiative.
Where this research is happening
Philadelphia, United States
- University of Pennsylvania — Philadelphia, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Howarth, Marilyn — University of Pennsylvania
- Study coordinator: Howarth, Marilyn
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.