Improving hypertension and diabetes care in indigenous communities in Peru
Official title: Addressing HyperteNsion and Diabetes through Community-Engaged Systems in Puno Peru (ANDES study)
Funded at Universidad Peruana Cayetano Heredia · NIH-11088850 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is working to help people in a native community in the Andes of Peru who have high blood pressure and diabetes by using local health workers and community events to make it easier for them to get the care and support they need.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Universidad Peruana Cayetano Heredia NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Lima, Peru) |
| Project start | September 30, 2020 |
| Project end | January 31, 2027 |
| Funding year | 2025 |
| Award (this year) | $1,264,995 |
| NIH project number | 5UH3HL152371-05 |
| Project ID | NIH-11088850 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for this research are indigenous individuals living in the Andean region of Peru who are at risk for or diagnosed with hypertension and diabetes.
✕Less likely to help
Patients outside of the Andean region or those who do not have hypertension or diabetes may not benefit from this research.
What this research studies
This research focuses on addressing hypertension and diabetes in a vulnerable indigenous population in the Andean region of Peru. It employs community engagement strategies, such as health fairs and the involvement of community health workers, to improve awareness, diagnosis, and treatment of these conditions. The study aims to overcome barriers to healthcare access and enhance the effectiveness of treatment through tailored interventions. By actively involving the community, the research seeks to create sustainable health improvements in this high-altitude population.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could significantly improve the management and control of hypertension and diabetes among underserved populations in Peru.
How similar studies have gone: Previous research has shown that community engagement strategies can effectively improve health outcomes in similar populations, indicating a promising approach.
Where this research is happening
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Universidad Peruana Cayetano Heredia
Lima, Peru Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Hartinger, Stella Maria — Universidad Peruana Cayetano Heredia
- Study coordinator: Hartinger, Stella Maria
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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.