Improving health in immigrant communities through social networks
Healthy Immigrant Community: Mobilizing the Power of Social Networks
This study is all about helping immigrants in the U.S. live healthier lives by working together with their communities to create support programs that encourage good habits, especially for those who are overweight or obese.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | University of Minnesota NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Minneapolis, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-10906147 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research focuses on understanding how immigrant populations in the U.S. can maintain healthier lifestyles despite the challenges they face. It employs a community-based participatory research approach, engaging immigrant communities to develop and implement interventions that promote healthy behaviors. The project aims to leverage social networks to deliver tailored health programs, particularly targeting overweight and obese individuals. By utilizing peer interventionists within these communities, the research seeks to create a supportive environment for sustainable health improvements.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are overweight or obese adults from immigrant communities who are looking to improve their health.
Not a fit: Patients who are not part of immigrant communities or who do not have issues related to weight management may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to significant improvements in the health and well-being of immigrant populations by promoting healthier lifestyle choices.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown success in using community-based interventions to improve health outcomes in immigrant populations, indicating a promising approach.
Where this research is happening
Minneapolis, United States
- University of Minnesota — Minneapolis, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Wieland, Mark L. — University of Minnesota
- Study coordinator: Wieland, Mark L.
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.