Improving health outcomes in marginalized communities affected by climate change
Community Engagement Core
This study is all about finding ways to help communities that are hit hardest by climate change, and it’s for people who use community health centers; we want to hear from you and your local organizations to come up with the best solutions to keep everyone healthy and strong.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Ochin, INC. NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Portland, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-10977026 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research focuses on addressing the health impacts of climate change on marginalized communities in the U.S. by leveraging the unique position of community health centers (CHCs). It involves extensive community engagement to gather insights from patients, providers, and local organizations about effective interventions. The project aims to create a collaborative learning environment through a Community Advisory Board that will develop and evaluate strategies to mitigate climate-induced health effects. By prioritizing the voices of those directly affected, the research seeks to implement tailored solutions that enhance community resilience.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are individuals living in marginalized communities who are served by community health centers and are affected by climate change.
Not a fit: Patients who do not reside in the targeted marginalized communities or are not served by community health centers may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved health outcomes and resilience against climate-related health issues for vulnerable populations.
How similar studies have performed: Other research has shown success in community engagement approaches to address health disparities, indicating that this method is both promising and tested.
Where this research is happening
Portland, United States
- Ochin, INC. — Portland, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Albright, Karen R — Ochin, INC.
- Study coordinator: Albright, Karen 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.