Improving maternal health and reducing pregnancy-related health disparities
Scale-up implementation approaches to ending pregnancy related and associated morbidity and mortality (PRAMM) disparities
['FUNDING_OTHER'] · HENRY FORD HEALTH + MICHIGAN STATE UNIVERSITY HEALTH SCIENCES · NIH-10908620
This study is looking for ways to make pregnancy care better for all women by focusing on community health services, so it can help reduce the number of serious health issues and deaths related to pregnancy, especially for those who might not get the best care in hospitals.
Quick facts
| Phase | ['FUNDING_OTHER'] |
|---|---|
| Study type | Nih_funding |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | HENRY FORD HEALTH + MICHIGAN STATE UNIVERSITY HEALTH SCIENCES (nih funded) |
| Locations | 1 site (EAST LANSING, UNITED STATES) |
| Trial ID | NIH-10908620 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this research studies
This research aims to develop and test new methods to improve maternal health by addressing disparities in pregnancy-related and associated morbidity and mortality. It focuses on implementing quality improvement practices in community care settings, rather than just hospitals, to ensure that care is accessible and effective for all women. The project will analyze experiences from two counties to create a scalable approach that involves local stakeholders and targets specific issues such as postpartum safety, maternal mental health, and chronic conditions. By emphasizing community care, the research seeks to reduce the significant number of pregnancy-related deaths that occur outside of hospital settings.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research include pregnant women and new mothers, particularly those from communities disproportionately affected by pregnancy-related health issues.
Not a fit: Patients who are not pregnant or who do not have recent pregnancy-related health concerns may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to significant reductions in pregnancy-related health disparities and improve outcomes for mothers and infants.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown that hospital-focused maternal safety initiatives can improve overall care quality, but this approach is novel in its emphasis on community-based interventions to specifically address disparities.
Where this research is happening
EAST LANSING, UNITED STATES
- HENRY FORD HEALTH + MICHIGAN STATE UNIVERSITY HEALTH SCIENCES — EAST LANSING, UNITED STATES (ACTIVE)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: JOHNSON, JENNIFER E — HENRY FORD HEALTH + MICHIGAN STATE UNIVERSITY HEALTH SCIENCES
- Study coordinator: JOHNSON, JENNIFER E
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.