Improving health outcomes for Black communities in Arkansas
The Center for Research, Health, and Social Justice
This study is all about finding better ways to help Black and rural communities in Arkansas who are dealing with cancer and heart disease, by working together to tackle the root causes of these health issues and creating lasting solutions for better health.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Univ of Arkansas for Med Scis NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Little Rock, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-10894006 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research focuses on addressing health disparities faced by Black and rural populations in Arkansas, particularly concerning cancer and cardiovascular diseases. By employing a social justice framework, the project aims to engage communities in collaborative partnerships to tackle the root causes of these chronic health issues. The research will involve developing innovative, multi-level strategies and training a diverse workforce to effectively address these disparities. The goal is to create sustainable solutions that improve health outcomes for affected populations.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for participation include Black individuals living in rural Arkansas who are at risk for or affected by chronic diseases such as cancer and cardiovascular conditions.
Not a fit: Patients who do not identify as Black or who reside outside of rural Arkansas may not receive direct benefits from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to significant improvements in health outcomes for Black communities in Arkansas, reducing disparities in cancer and cardiovascular disease.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown success in addressing health disparities through community engagement and social justice frameworks, indicating that this approach has potential for impactful outcomes.
Where this research is happening
Little Rock, United States
- Univ of Arkansas for Med Scis — Little Rock, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Cornell, Carol Ellen — Univ of Arkansas for Med Scis
- Study coordinator: Cornell, Carol Ellen
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.