Improving health and resilience in Indigenous communities in the Southwest
Indigenous healthy homes and healthy communities: A community-led initiative to improve health and support Indigenous Resilience in the US Southwest
This study is all about helping Indigenous communities in the Southwest improve their homes and health, especially for those with asthma, by fixing up houses and training healthcare workers to better support them.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Albuquerque Area Indian Health Board NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Albuquerque, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-10778511 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research focuses on enhancing the health and well-being of Indigenous communities in the US Southwest by addressing environmental health issues in homes. It employs a community-led approach that incorporates Indigenous methodologies and participatory research principles. The initiative includes a housing repair voucher program to improve living conditions, alongside training for healthcare providers and the development of a public health workforce. By tackling issues like indoor environmental exposures and fall hazards, the project aims to promote better respiratory health, particularly for those suffering from asthma.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are Indigenous individuals and families living in the Southwest who are affected by environmental health issues and respiratory conditions like asthma.
Not a fit: Patients who do not reside in the targeted Indigenous communities or who are not affected by the specific environmental health issues addressed may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to healthier living environments and improved health outcomes for Indigenous populations.
How similar studies have performed: Similar community-led initiatives have shown promise in improving health outcomes in Indigenous populations, suggesting that this approach could be effective.
Where this research is happening
Albuquerque, United States
- Albuquerque Area Indian Health Board — Albuquerque, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Yazzie, Sheldwin a — Albuquerque Area Indian Health Board
- Study coordinator: Yazzie, Sheldwin a
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.