Improving maternal health in American Indian rural communities
Community Partners Component
This study is all about improving the health and well-being of moms in American Indian rural communities by bringing together local people and organizations to work towards better healthcare access and outcomes for mothers.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Avera Mckennan NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Sioux Falls, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-10908743 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research focuses on enhancing maternal health and well-being in American Indian rural communities through a collaborative partnership model. It aims to connect various community members and agencies to achieve shared health goals. The project includes administrative leadership to ensure timely progress, effective communication about research activities and findings, and a thorough evaluation plan to assess the impact of the initiatives. By engaging with local partners, the research seeks to create sustainable improvements in maternal health care access and outcomes.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are pregnant or postpartum American Indian women living in rural communities.
Not a fit: Patients who do not identify as American Indian or who do not reside in rural areas may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to significant improvements in maternal health services and outcomes for American Indian women in rural areas.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown success in community partnership models for improving health outcomes in underserved populations, indicating a promising approach.
Where this research is happening
Sioux Falls, United States
- Avera Mckennan — Sioux Falls, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Elliott, Amy J — Avera Mckennan
- Study coordinator: Elliott, Amy J
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.