Improving hypertension care in Ghana and Nigeria
Official title: The ADHINCRA Study: Addressing HypertensIoN Care in AfRicA
Funded at Johns Hopkins University · NIH-10945648 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is all about helping people in Ghana and Nigeria better manage their high blood pressure by using new tools like a home monitoring app, so they can take charge of their health more easily and get the support they need.
Quick facts
| Grant type | R01 grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Johns Hopkins University NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Baltimore, United States) |
| Project start | September 15, 2024 |
| Project end | June 30, 2029 |
| Funding year | 2024 |
| Award (this year) | $648,073 |
| NIH project number | 1R01HL175642-01 |
| Project ID | NIH-10945648 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for this research are adults living in Ghana and Nigeria who are struggling with hypertension.
✕Less likely to help
Patients outside of Ghana and Nigeria or those without hypertension may not benefit from this research.
What this research studies
This research focuses on enhancing the management of hypertension in Ghana and Nigeria, where the condition is often poorly controlled due to various barriers. It aims to implement innovative, evidence-based strategies that include team-based care and telehealth solutions, such as a remote monitoring app called Sphygmo Home. By utilizing home blood pressure monitoring and digital tools, the project seeks to empower patients and improve their self-management of chronic diseases. The approach is designed to address both patient and provider-level challenges in accessing effective care.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to better control of hypertension, reducing the risk of serious health complications for patients.
How similar studies have gone: Previous pilot studies have shown promising results with similar multilevel and digitally-enabled interventions for chronic disease management.
Where this research is happening
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Johns Hopkins University
Baltimore, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Commodore-Mensah, Yvonne — Johns Hopkins University
- Study coordinator: Commodore-Mensah, Yvonne
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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.