Improving quality of life for patients with hypersensitivity pneumonitis
Rise-HP: Reimagining Interventions for Support and Education in Hypersensitivity Pneumonitis; A Stakeholder Engaged Intervention to Improve Health-Related Quality of Life
This study is looking at a new way to help people with hypersensitivity pneumonitis feel better and improve their quality of life by offering support from peers and helpful information, so they can better manage their condition.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
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| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Weill Medical Coll of Cornell Univ NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (New York, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-10896968 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research focuses on developing and testing a new intervention aimed at enhancing the health-related quality of life for patients suffering from hypersensitivity pneumonitis (HP). It addresses the significant knowledge gaps and emotional challenges faced by these patients through a combination of peer coaching and educational strategies based on cognitive behavioral principles. By engaging stakeholders, the research aims to identify barriers and facilitators to improving patient outcomes and refine the intervention accordingly. The ultimate goal is to provide patients with the tools and support they need to manage their condition more effectively.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are individuals diagnosed with hypersensitivity pneumonitis who are experiencing challenges related to their health-related quality of life.
Not a fit: Patients with hypersensitivity pneumonitis who are already receiving comprehensive support and education may not see additional benefits from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could significantly improve the quality of life for patients with hypersensitivity pneumonitis by providing them with better knowledge and coping strategies.
How similar studies have performed: Other research has shown promise in using behavioral and educational interventions to improve patient outcomes in chronic diseases, suggesting that this approach may be effective for hypersensitivity pneumonitis as well.
Where this research is happening
New York, United States
- Weill Medical Coll of Cornell Univ — New York, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Aronson, Kerri — Weill Medical Coll of Cornell Univ
- Study coordinator: Aronson, Kerri
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.