Improving heart health for Black adults with COPD
Official title: COPDHeart: Improving Cardiovascular Health Among Black Adults with COPD
Funded at Weill Medical Coll of Cornell Univ · NIH-10949751 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is working to help Black adults with COPD improve their heart health by creating a special program that takes into account the unique challenges they face, like higher rates of diabetes and lower physical activity, and it will involve the community to make sure it really fits their needs.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Weill Medical Coll of Cornell Univ NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (New York, United States) |
| Project start | September 12, 2024 |
| Project end | July 31, 2029 |
| Funding year | 2024 |
| Award (this year) | $197,100 |
| NIH project number | 1K23HL175204-01 |
| Project ID | NIH-10949751 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for this research are Black adults aged 21 and older who have been diagnosed with COPD.
✕Less likely to help
Patients who do not have COPD or are not part of the Black community may not receive benefits from this research.
What this research studies
This research focuses on addressing the cardiovascular health challenges faced by Black adults with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD). It aims to develop a tailored behavioral intervention that considers the unique barriers this population encounters, such as higher rates of diabetes and hypertension, lower physical activity, and distrust in the healthcare system. By adapting existing successful strategies for cardiovascular disease (CVD) prevention, the project seeks to create a comprehensive approach that supports Black adults with COPD in managing their health more effectively. The research will involve direct engagement with the community to ensure the intervention meets their specific needs.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could significantly improve cardiovascular health outcomes for Black adults living with COPD.
How similar studies have gone: Previous research has shown success in engaging Black adults in cardiovascular risk reduction, but this approach is novel in its focus on the specific needs of COPD patients.
Where this research is happening
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Weill Medical Coll of Cornell Univ
New York, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Krishnan, Jamuna — Weill Medical Coll of Cornell Univ
- Study coordinator: Krishnan, Jamuna
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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.