Improving health equity for children with asthma through family-centered care
Family-centered integration of social and medical care to promote health equity among children with asthma
This study is looking to help Black and Hispanic children with asthma by combining their medical care with support for social challenges they face, using smart technology to predict who might need extra help and listening to caregivers about what works best for their kids.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Children's Research Institute NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Washington, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-10949515 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research aims to address the disparities in asthma morbidity among under-resourced Black and Hispanic children by integrating social care into their medical treatment. The project will utilize a machine learning model to predict hospitalization risks based on various social adversity indicators, clinical data, and demographic information. Additionally, it will explore caregiver perspectives on effective strategies to mitigate health-related social factors affecting these children. By focusing on both medical and social aspects, the research seeks to improve the overall health outcomes for children with asthma.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are children aged 0-11 years, particularly those from under-resourced communities who are experiencing asthma-related health issues.
Not a fit: Patients who do not have asthma or are outside the age range of 0-11 years may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved health outcomes and reduced hospitalizations for children with asthma from disadvantaged backgrounds.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown that integrating social determinants of health into medical care can significantly improve health outcomes, suggesting a promising approach in this study.
Where this research is happening
Washington, United States
- Children's Research Institute — Washington, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Tyris, Jordan — Children's Research Institute
- Study coordinator: Tyris, Jordan
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.