Improving COVID-19 and flu vaccination rates among adults with chronic diseases in underserved communities
Impact of a Community Care Intervention to Address Inequities in COVID-19 and Influenza Vaccination Among Adults Suffering from Disproportionate Chronic Disease
This study is testing a new way to help people from different racial and ethnic backgrounds with chronic illnesses get vaccinated for COVID-19 and the flu by using community health workers who provide personalized support and information.
Quick facts
| Grant type | R01 grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Rand Corporation NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Santa Monica, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-11037965 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research focuses on addressing vaccination inequities for COVID-19 and influenza among racial and ethnic minorities with chronic illnesses. It utilizes community health workers (CHWs) to provide tailored support and information, helping to overcome barriers such as poor access to care and lack of culturally appropriate resources. The intervention is designed in collaboration with local community leaders and patients to ensure it meets the specific needs of the target population. By implementing a randomized controlled trial, the research aims to evaluate the effectiveness of this approach in increasing vaccination rates.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are adults aged 21 and older from racial and ethnic minority groups who have chronic illnesses and are receiving care at Federally Qualified Health Centers.
Not a fit: Patients who are not from racial or ethnic minority groups or do not have chronic illnesses may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could significantly improve vaccination rates and health outcomes for underserved populations with chronic diseases.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown that community health worker interventions can effectively improve health outcomes and access to care in similar populations.
Where this research is happening
Santa Monica, United States
- Rand Corporation — Santa Monica, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Lara, Marielena — Rand Corporation
- Study coordinator: Lara, Marielena
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.