Improving health and safety in agricultural workers
Southeast Center for Agricultural Health and Injury Prevention
['FUNDING_OTHER'] · UNIVERSITY OF KENTUCKY · NIH-11179103
This study is all about making farming safer and healthier for workers by finding out what risks they face and coming up with better ways to prevent injuries, so that everyone can enjoy a safer work environment.
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-11179103 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this research studies
This research focuses on enhancing the health and safety of individuals working in agriculture by investigating various health risks and injury prevention strategies. The approach includes collaboration with agricultural communities to identify specific hazards and develop effective interventions. By utilizing data collection and analysis, the research aims to create tailored programs that address the unique challenges faced by agricultural workers. Patients may benefit from improved health outcomes and safer working conditions as a result of this initiative.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for participation are agricultural workers and their families who may be exposed to health risks in their work environment.
Not a fit: Patients who are not involved in agricultural work or do not have connections to the agricultural community may not receive benefits from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to significant improvements in the health and safety of agricultural workers.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown success in improving health outcomes through targeted interventions in agricultural settings.
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.