Improving heart health for mothers and children in Indiana and Illinois through home visits
2-Generation Interventions to Improve Cardiovascular Health in Indiana and Illinois Through Home Visiting (2-NOURISH)
This study is all about helping moms and their kids have better heart health by offering support and resources right at home during pregnancy and after birth, especially for families who might need a little extra help.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Northwestern University at Chicago NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Chicago, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-10930200 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research focuses on enhancing cardiovascular health for mothers and their children by implementing home visiting programs. It targets at-risk populations during the perinatal period, a crucial time for health interventions. The study collaborates with established home visiting models and a virtual lifestyle intervention platform to provide support and resources for families. By addressing both maternal and child cardiovascular health, the program aims to create a healthier future generation.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research include pregnant women and mothers with children under the age of 11, particularly those at risk for poor cardiovascular health.
Not a fit: Patients who are not mothers or do not have children under 11 years old may not receive benefits from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved cardiovascular health outcomes for both mothers and their children.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown success with similar home visiting interventions aimed at improving maternal and child health outcomes.
Where this research is happening
Chicago, United States
- Northwestern University at Chicago — Chicago, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Tandon, Shiv Darius — Northwestern University at Chicago
- Study coordinator: Tandon, Shiv Darius
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.