Improving health equity for chronic conditions in Chicago communities

Community Engagement Core

['FUNDING_OTHER'] · UNIVERSITY OF CHICAGO · NIH-10897146

This study is all about finding better ways to help low-income and minority communities in Chicago get the healthcare they need for chronic conditions by working together with local health centers and community members to create solutions that really fit their needs.

Quick facts

Phase['FUNDING_OTHER']
Study typeNih_funding
SexAll
SponsorUNIVERSITY OF CHICAGO (nih funded)
Locations1 site (CHICAGO, UNITED STATES)
Trial IDNIH-10897146 on ClinicalTrials.gov

What this research studies

This research focuses on addressing health disparities related to chronic conditions among low-income and racial and ethnic minority groups in the Chicago area. It aims to engage various stakeholders, including community health centers and public health agencies, to collaboratively design interventions that improve access to healthcare and address social determinants of health. By fostering partnerships between community members and researchers, the project seeks to create a more integrated approach to healthcare delivery that considers the unique needs of affected populations.

Who could benefit from this research

Good fit: Ideal candidates for participation are African American and Latinx individuals living in low-income areas of Chicago who are affected by chronic health conditions.

Not a fit: Patients outside of the Chicago area or those not belonging to the targeted racial and ethnic groups may not receive benefits from this research.

Why it matters

Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved health outcomes and reduced disparities for African American and Latinx populations suffering from chronic conditions.

How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown success in community engagement approaches to address health disparities, indicating that this method is both promising and supported by existing evidence.

Where this research is happening

CHICAGO, UNITED STATES

Researchers

About this research

  1. This is an active NIH-funded research project — typically early-stage science, not a clinical trial accepting patient enrollment.
  2. Some NIH-funded labs run parallel clinical studies or seek volunteers for related work. To check, contact the principal investigator or institution listed above.
  3. For full project details, budget, and progress reports, visit the official NIH RePORTER page below.

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Conditions: Chronic Disease

Last reviewed 2026-05-15 by the Find a Trial editorial team. Information on this page is for educational purposes and is not medical advice. Always consult qualified healthcare professionals about clinical trial participation.