Improving health and safety for agricultural workers in the Southeast.
Southeast Center for Agricultural Health and Injury Prevention
['FUNDING_OTHER'] · UNIVERSITY OF KENTUCKY · NIH-10874355
This study is all about making farming safer and healthier for agricultural workers by tackling issues like logging dangers, mental health support for farmers, and risks from grain production and diseases, so everyone in the farming community can feel better and work safer.
Quick facts
| Phase | ['FUNDING_OTHER'] |
|---|---|
| Study type | Nih_funding |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | UNIVERSITY OF KENTUCKY (nih funded) |
| Locations | 1 site (LEXINGTON, UNITED STATES) |
| Trial ID | NIH-10874355 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this research studies
The Southeast Center for Agricultural Health and Injury Prevention focuses on enhancing the health and safety of agricultural workers through a variety of collaborative projects. These initiatives include programs aimed at reducing logging hazards, supporting farmer mental health, assessing exposure risks in grain production, and preventing vector-borne diseases among farmers. By leveraging expertise from multiple disciplines, the center aims to address both persistent and emerging safety concerns in the agricultural sector. Patients and community members can benefit from the resources and support provided by these programs.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for participation or benefit include agricultural workers, farmers, and their families in the Southeastern United States.
Not a fit: Patients who are not involved in agricultural work or do not reside in the Southeastern region may not receive direct benefits from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could significantly improve the health and safety conditions for agricultural workers, leading to better overall well-being.
How similar studies have performed: Previous initiatives focused on agricultural health and safety have shown success in improving conditions for farm workers, indicating a promising approach.
Where this research is happening
LEXINGTON, UNITED STATES
- UNIVERSITY OF KENTUCKY — LEXINGTON, UNITED STATES (ACTIVE)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: SANDERSON, WAYNE T. — UNIVERSITY OF KENTUCKY
- Study coordinator: SANDERSON, WAYNE T.
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.