Improving opioid overdose tracking using social media data
Enhancing opioid surveillance in RADOR-KY using social media
['FUNDING_R01'] · UNIVERSITY OF KENTUCKY · NIH-11104947
This study is looking at how social media posts can help us better understand and track opioid overdoses in Kentucky, so we can respond more quickly and effectively to the crisis.
Quick facts
| Phase | ['FUNDING_R01'] |
|---|---|
| Study type | Nih_funding |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | UNIVERSITY OF KENTUCKY (nih funded) |
| Locations | 1 site (LEXINGTON, UNITED STATES) |
| Trial ID | NIH-11104947 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this research studies
This research aims to enhance the tracking of opioid overdoses in Kentucky by integrating real-time social media data into existing surveillance systems. By analyzing posts and discussions on platforms like Reddit and Twitter, the project seeks to identify trends and signals related to opioid use and distress that may not be captured by traditional data sources. The approach utilizes machine learning models to forecast overdose risks at the county level, allowing for timely community responses to the opioid crisis. This innovative method could provide a more accurate and immediate understanding of the opioid epidemic's dynamics.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research include individuals affected by opioid use or overdose in Kentucky, as well as community members involved in opioid response efforts.
Not a fit: Patients who do not reside in Kentucky or are not impacted by the opioid crisis may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to more effective interventions and resource allocation to combat the opioid epidemic in real-time.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown that social media can effectively signal trends in opioid use, indicating that this approach has potential for success.
Where this research is happening
LEXINGTON, UNITED STATES
- UNIVERSITY OF KENTUCKY — LEXINGTON, UNITED STATES (ACTIVE)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: SLAVOVA, SVETLA STEFANOVA — UNIVERSITY OF KENTUCKY
- Study coordinator: SLAVOVA, SVETLA STEFANOVA
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.