Improving healthy eating and physical activity in rural communities through civic engagement.
Evaluation of a Civic Engagement Approach to Catalyze Built Environment Changeand Promote Healthy Eating and Physical Activity Among Rural Residents
This study is all about helping people in rural areas tackle obesity and improve their health by working together to create better places for healthy eating and exercise, using a fun program called the Change Club.
Quick facts
| Grant type | R01 grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Texas A&m Agrilife Research NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (College Station, UNITED STATES) |
| Project ID | NIH-10879006 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research focuses on addressing obesity and related health issues among rural residents by implementing a community-driven approach to improve the built environment. It involves engaging local residents to assess their needs and develop initiatives that promote healthy eating and physical activity. The project will be carried out in eight rural locations, utilizing a structured program called the Change Club, which offers various interventions aimed at reducing risk factors for obesity and chronic diseases. By empowering communities to take charge of their health, the research aims to create sustainable changes that can lead to better health outcomes.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are rural residents who are at risk for obesity, cancer, and other chronic diseases due to lifestyle factors.
Not a fit: Patients living in urban areas or those who do not face challenges related to access to healthy foods and physical activity 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 rural residents by promoting healthier lifestyles and reducing obesity-related diseases.
How similar studies have performed: Previous pilot studies using similar community engagement approaches have shown promising results in improving health behaviors and outcomes, although more rigorous evidence is still needed.
Where this research is happening
College Station, UNITED STATES
- Texas A&m Agrilife Research — College Station, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Seguin-Fowler, Rebecca Anne — Texas A&m Agrilife Research
- Study coordinator: Seguin-Fowler, Rebecca Anne
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.