Improving digital health support for fatigue in the Latino community
Official title: Adaptation of a Digital Health Intervention for Chronic Condition Related fatigue to the Latino population
Funded at Adhera Health, INC. · NIH-10697435 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is creating a helpful digital program for Latino individuals to manage fatigue from chronic conditions like cancer and arthritis, using smart technology to tailor support and tools that make it easier for them to feel better and stick to their treatment plans.
Quick facts
| Grant type | Sbir 1 grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Adhera Health, INC. NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Palo Alto, United States) |
| Project start | August 7, 2023 |
| Project end | July 31, 2025 |
| Funding year | 2023 |
| Award (this year) | $286,246 |
| NIH project number | 1R43MD018551-01 |
| Project ID | NIH-10697435 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for this research are Latino individuals experiencing chronic condition-related fatigue, particularly those with conditions like cancer, rheumatoid arthritis, or diabetes.
✕Less likely to help
Patients who do not identify as Latino or those without chronic condition-related fatigue may not benefit from this research.
What this research studies
This research focuses on developing a digital health intervention specifically designed to help Latino individuals manage chronic condition-related fatigue (CCrF). It utilizes advanced artificial intelligence to personalize the program, incorporating transdiagnostic interventions such as cognitive behavioral therapy and psycho-social education. The goal is to empower patients to better cope with fatigue associated with various chronic conditions like cancer and rheumatoid arthritis. By addressing the unique needs of the Latino population, the program aims to improve their quality of life and treatment adherence.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could provide tailored digital tools that significantly improve fatigue management for Latino patients with chronic conditions.
How similar studies have gone: Previous research has shown promise in using digital health interventions for chronic fatigue, but this approach specifically targeting the Latino population is novel.
Where this research is happening
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Adhera Health, INC.
Palo Alto, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Fernandez Luque, Luis — Adhera Health, INC.
- Study coordinator: Fernandez Luque, Luis
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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.