Improving heart health in vulnerable communities in the Great Lakes region
ACHIEVE GreatER: Addressing Cardiometabolic Health Inequities by Early PreVEntion in the Great LakEs Region
This study is all about helping people in the Great Lakes area who are dealing with heart disease and diabetes by using community health workers to provide support and resources, while also training new researchers to tackle health challenges in these communities.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Wayne State University NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Detroit, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-10895970 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research aims to enhance cardiometabolic health in communities facing significant social challenges in the Great Lakes region. It will utilize community health workers to implement and evaluate interventions targeting chronic diseases like heart disease and diabetes. The project will also focus on building a diverse workforce of early-career researchers dedicated to addressing health disparities. By engaging with local populations and leveraging existing resources, the initiative seeks to create sustainable health improvements.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research include individuals living in areas with high social vulnerability who are at risk for or currently managing chronic cardiometabolic conditions.
Not a fit: Patients who do not reside in the targeted Great Lakes region or who do not have cardiometabolic health concerns may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to significant improvements in heart health and overall well-being for underserved populations.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown success in using community health workers to address health disparities, making this approach both promising and supported by existing evidence.
Where this research is happening
Detroit, United States
- Wayne State University — Detroit, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Levy, Phillip David — Wayne State University
- Study coordinator: Levy, Phillip David
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.