Improving maternal health for Black women
NHLBI Community Engagement Technical Assistance Center (CETAC)
This study is looking at how heart health, mental well-being, and other lifestyle factors affect the health of moms, especially Black women, during and after pregnancy, and it aims to find better ways to support them and improve healthcare for all moms.
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-10932552 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 investigates the impact of cardiovascular conditions, mental health, and other health behaviors on maternal health outcomes. The approach includes community engagement and technical assistance to improve healthcare systems and support for women before and during pregnancy. By understanding the unique challenges faced by different racial and ethnic groups, the research aims to develop targeted interventions to enhance maternal health.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for participation include Black women who are pregnant or planning to become pregnant and may be at risk for cardiovascular or mental health issues.
Not a fit: Patients who are not Black or who do not have risk factors related to maternal morbidity may not benefit directly from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to significant improvements in maternal health outcomes for Black women, reducing morbidity and mortality rates.
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.
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.