Improving heart health for mothers and young children in Northern Appalachia
Early Intervention to Promote Cardiovascular Health of Mothers and Children in Northern Appalachia
This study is looking to improve heart health for pregnant women and their babies in Northern Appalachia by comparing regular care with a special program that offers extra support at home, and we're inviting over 500 moms-to-be to join us in this important effort!
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Pennsylvania State Univ Hershey Med Ctr NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Hershey, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-10930360 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research focuses on enhancing cardiovascular health for high-risk mothers and their children during pregnancy and the first two years after birth. It utilizes home visitation programs that have proven effective, comparing standard care with an additional cardiovascular health intervention. The study aims to enroll over 500 pregnant women in Northern Appalachia, a region facing significant health challenges, to assess the impact of these interventions on health outcomes. The approach is grounded in behavioral and lifestyle modifications tailored to the needs of the community.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are pregnant women living in Northern Appalachia, particularly those at high risk for cardiovascular issues.
Not a fit: Patients who are not pregnant or those living outside the Northern Appalachia region may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved cardiovascular health outcomes for mothers and their children, potentially reducing obesity and heart disease rates in this vulnerable population.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown success in using home visitation programs to improve health outcomes, making this approach promising for addressing cardiovascular health.
Where this research is happening
Hershey, United States
- Pennsylvania State Univ Hershey Med Ctr — Hershey, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Paul, Ian M — Pennsylvania State Univ Hershey Med Ctr
- Study coordinator: Paul, Ian M
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.