Improving maternal health care access for women in rural Louisiana.
RP2_Harville
This study is working to improve maternal care for women in rural Louisiana by creating new ways to provide support from home, so they can get the help they need without having to travel far.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Tulane University of Louisiana NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (New Orleans, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-11179559 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research focuses on addressing the critical lack of maternal care in rural Louisiana, particularly in areas known as 'maternity care deserts.' It aims to develop and implement innovative remote care models that prioritize community needs and contexts to enhance maternal health outcomes. The project will utilize programs like Ochsner’s Connected MOM, which involves at-home monitoring of blood pressure and weight, to identify health issues earlier and reduce the need for long travel to care sites. The research will be conducted in two phases, starting with community engagement to assess needs and build necessary infrastructure.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research include pregnant women or new mothers living in rural Louisiana, particularly those from Black or underserved communities.
Not a fit: Patients living in urban areas with adequate access to maternal health services may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could significantly reduce maternal mortality rates and improve health outcomes for women in underserved areas.
How similar studies have performed: Previous initiatives have shown success in improving maternal health outcomes through remote care models, although this specific approach is tailored to address unique community needs.
Where this research is happening
New Orleans, United States
- Tulane University of Louisiana — New Orleans, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Harville, Emily Wheeler — Tulane University of Louisiana
- Study coordinator: Harville, Emily Wheeler
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.