Improving food security and blood pressure control in patients with hypertension
Sequential Multiple Assignment Randomized Trial to Reduce Food Insecurity and Improve Adherence in Patients with Hypertension
This study is looking at the best ways to help people with high blood pressure who are struggling to get enough healthy food, by trying out different support options like sharing local resources, using health workers, and providing meals tailored to their needs, so they can better manage their health.
Quick facts
| Grant type | R01 grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Wake Forest University Health Sciences NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Winston-Salem, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-11054866 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research investigates how to effectively reduce food insecurity among patients with hypertension, which affects their ability to manage their condition. It employs a Sequential Multiple Assignment Randomized Trial (SMART) design to test different interventions, such as providing community resource information, utilizing community health workers, and delivering medically-tailored meals. The goal is to identify which intervention works best for individual patients and to adaptively provide additional support if needed. By focusing on the unique needs of patients, the research aims to enhance treatment adherence and improve blood pressure control.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are individuals with hypertension who also experience food insecurity.
Not a fit: Patients who do not have hypertension or do not face food insecurity may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved blood pressure management and overall health for patients facing food insecurity.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown promise in using community-based interventions to address food insecurity and improve health outcomes, making this approach both relevant and potentially impactful.
Where this research is happening
Winston-Salem, United States
- Wake Forest University Health Sciences — Winston-Salem, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Palakshappa, Deepak — Wake Forest University Health Sciences
- Study coordinator: Palakshappa, Deepak
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.