Improving health equity for Latino communities through community engagement and mentoring.
Mentoring in Community-engaged Research to Promote Health Equity for Latinos
This study is all about making healthcare easier to access for Latino communities by creating programs that fit their unique needs, and it’s designed to help those who might be struggling due to migration or poverty.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Johns Hopkins University NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Baltimore, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-10887538 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research focuses on enhancing access to healthcare for Latino populations by developing and evaluating culturally tailored interventions. It aims to address the health disparities faced by marginalized communities, particularly those affected by migration and poverty. The project involves mentoring junior researchers to foster innovative approaches in epidemiology and implementation science, leveraging partnerships with community organizations. By engaging with local communities, the research seeks to bridge the gap between scientific knowledge and practical healthcare solutions.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are Latino individuals from low-income backgrounds who may have limited English proficiency and face barriers to healthcare access.
Not a fit: Patients who are not part of the Latino community or those who do not experience barriers to healthcare access may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could significantly improve healthcare access and outcomes for Latino communities facing health disparities.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown success in community-engaged approaches to improve health outcomes in underserved populations, indicating a promising avenue for this project.
Where this research is happening
Baltimore, United States
- Johns Hopkins University — Baltimore, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Page, Kathleen R — Johns Hopkins University
- Study coordinator: Page, Kathleen R
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.