Improving disease tracking for vector-borne illnesses in Native American communities
Official title: UA Project: Advancing Vector-borne Disease Surveillance in American Indian Communities
Funded at Inter Tribal Council of Arizona, INC. · NIH-10917099 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is working to improve how we track and respond to mosquito and tick-borne diseases, like West Nile virus and dengue, in American Indian communities in Arizona, with the goal of keeping everyone informed and safe through education and community involvement.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Inter Tribal Council of Arizona, INC. NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Phoenix, United States) |
| Project start | September 1, 2022 |
| Project end | July 31, 2026 |
| Funding year | 2024 |
| Award (this year) | $99,111 |
| NIH project number | 5S06GM146125-03 |
| Project ID | NIH-10917099 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for participation include individuals from American Indian communities in Arizona who are at risk of vector-borne diseases.
✕Less likely to help
Patients living outside of Arizona or those not belonging to American Indian communities may not benefit from this research.
What this research studies
This project aims to enhance the surveillance of diseases transmitted by mosquitoes and ticks in American Indian communities, particularly in Arizona. It involves collaboration between various organizations, including the Inter Tribal Council of Arizona and medical experts, to monitor and respond to outbreaks of diseases like West Nile virus, dengue, and Rocky Mountain spotted fever. The research focuses on understanding the impact of these diseases on Native populations and aims to implement effective prevention strategies through community engagement and education.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved health outcomes and reduced disease incidence in Native American communities affected by vector-borne diseases.
How similar studies have gone: Previous research has shown success in improving disease surveillance and prevention strategies in similar communities, indicating the potential effectiveness of this approach.
Where this research is happening
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Inter Tribal Council of Arizona, INC.
Phoenix, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Gouge, Dawn Heather — Inter Tribal Council of Arizona, INC.
- Study coordinator: Gouge, Dawn Heather
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.