Improving health and wellbeing for minority cancer survivors in Washington, DC
Official title: DP21-003 Scaling Social Determinants of Health Screening, Social Support and Anti-Racism Training to Reduce Inequities in Minority Cancer Survivor Health and Wellbeing in Washington, DC
Funded at Medstar Health Research Institute · NIH-10852791 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is looking to help Black cancer survivors by connecting them with community resources that can support their social needs and improve their quality of life, while also providing training to help healthcare workers better understand and address the challenges these survivors face.
Quick facts
| Grant type | U01 cooperative agreement |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Medstar Health Research Institute NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Hyattsville, United States) |
| Project start | September 30, 2021 |
| Project end | September 29, 2026 |
| Funding year | 2024 |
| Award (this year) | $1,000,000 |
| NIH project number | 5U01DP006639-04 |
| Project ID | NIH-10852791 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for this research are Black cancer survivors living in Washington, DC who may benefit from enhanced social support and resources.
✕Less likely to help
Patients who are not cancer survivors or those who do not reside in Washington, DC may not receive benefits from this research.
What this research studies
This research aims to address the health disparities faced by Black cancer survivors by focusing on social determinants of health (SDOH) that significantly impact their outcomes. It will establish a system for screening and referring cancer survivors to community resources that can help meet their social needs. The project will also evaluate the effectiveness of Community Health Worker support and anti-racism training in enhancing the quality of life and social connections for these survivors. By creating sustainable links between clinical care and community resources, the research seeks to improve overall health and wellbeing for minority cancer survivors.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved health outcomes and quality of life for minority cancer survivors by addressing their social needs.
How similar studies have gone: Previous research has shown that addressing social determinants of health can significantly improve health outcomes for underserved populations, indicating a promising approach.
Where this research is happening
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Medstar Health Research Institute
Hyattsville, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Arem, Hannah — Medstar Health Research Institute
- Study coordinator: Arem, Hannah
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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.