Improving health in underserved Latinx and migrant communities through legal support in healthcare.
Official title: Addressing durable health disparities through critical time legal interventions in medically underserved Latinx and migrant communities in the United States.
Funded at State University New York Stony Brook · NIH-10933540 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is looking at how adding legal help to regular healthcare can make a real difference for Latinx and migrant communities dealing with health issues like heart disease and substance use, by tackling problems like getting health insurance and stable housing.
Quick facts
| Grant type | R01 grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | State University New York Stony Brook NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Stony Brook, United States) |
| Project start | September 22, 2023 |
| Project end | June 30, 2028 |
| Funding year | 2024 |
| Award (this year) | $742,883 |
| NIH project number | 5R01MD019033-02 |
| Project ID | NIH-10933540 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for this research are Latinx and migrant individuals living in medically underserved areas who face health disparities.
✕Less likely to help
Patients who do not belong to Latinx or migrant communities or those who do not face legal barriers to healthcare may not benefit from this research.
What this research studies
This research investigates how integrating legal services into primary healthcare can improve health outcomes for Latinx and migrant communities facing multiple health challenges, including cardiovascular diseases and substance use disorders. By addressing legal barriers such as access to health insurance and housing stability, the project aims to enhance the efficiency of healthcare delivery. The study will involve collaboration with various health centers and institutions to assess the impact of these legal interventions on patient care and health outcomes.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved health outcomes and access to care for patients in underserved communities.
How similar studies have gone: Previous research has shown that integrating legal services into healthcare can improve patient outcomes, suggesting a promising approach in this study.
Where this research is happening
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State University New York Stony Brook
Stony Brook, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Munoz-Laboy, Miguel a — State University New York Stony Brook
- Study coordinator: Munoz-Laboy, Miguel a
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.