Improving maternal health and reducing complications during pregnancy
NHLBI Community Engagement Technical Assistance Center (CETAC)
This study is looking to help improve the health of Black women during and after pregnancy by finding ways to reduce risks like obesity and high blood pressure, and it involves working closely with communities to provide better support and care for women before and between their pregnancies.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Westat, INC. NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Rockville, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-10840026 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research focuses on addressing the rising rates of maternal morbidity and mortality in the United States, particularly among Black women. It aims to identify and mitigate risk factors such as obesity, hypertension, and opioid use that contribute to complications during and after pregnancy. The approach involves community engagement and partnerships to enhance primary care services and support for women before and between pregnancies. By leveraging a strategic plan, the research seeks to improve health outcomes through a comprehensive understanding of the social determinants affecting women's health.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research include pregnant women or those planning to become pregnant, particularly from communities disproportionately affected by maternal health disparities.
Not a fit: Patients who are not pregnant or not planning to become pregnant may not receive direct benefits from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to significant improvements in maternal health and a reduction in pregnancy-related complications.
How similar studies have performed: Other research has shown success in addressing maternal health disparities through community engagement and targeted interventions, indicating that this approach has potential for positive outcomes.
Where this research is happening
Rockville, United States
- Westat, INC. — Rockville, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Baytop, Chanza — Westat, INC.
- Study coordinator: Baytop, Chanza
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.