Improving sexual health education in schools to reduce teen pregnancies
Official title: Disseminating Effective Reproductive and Sexual Health Programs
Funded at University of Texas Hlth Sci Ctr Houston · NIH-10804039 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is all about improving sexual health education in schools in South Texas to help teens make safer choices and reduce the number of unplanned pregnancies.
Quick facts
| Grant type | R01 grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | University of Texas Hlth Sci Ctr Houston NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Houston, United States) |
| Project start | September 4, 2024 |
| Project end | June 30, 2029 |
| Funding year | 2024 |
| Award (this year) | $578,220 |
| NIH project number | 1R01HD111699-01A1 |
| Project ID | NIH-10804039 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for this research are adolescents aged 0-21 years, particularly those attending schools in South Texas.
✕Less likely to help
Patients who are not in the targeted age group or who do not reside in the areas where the programs are implemented may not benefit from this research.
What this research studies
This research focuses on enhancing sexual health education programs in schools, particularly in South Texas, where teen birth rates are alarmingly high. By implementing evidence-based programs, the project aims to equip school decision-makers with the necessary knowledge and skills to effectively deliver sexual health information to adolescents. The approach includes rigorous evaluation of the iCHAMPSS 2.0 strategy, which is designed to promote the adoption and implementation of effective sexual health curricula. The ultimate goal is to reduce risky sexual behaviors among youth, thereby decreasing the incidence of unintended pregnancies.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to a significant reduction in teen pregnancies and improved sexual health outcomes for adolescents.
How similar studies have gone: Previous research has shown success in implementing similar evidence-based sexual health programs in schools, indicating a promising approach to addressing teen pregnancy rates.
Where this research is happening
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University of Texas Hlth Sci Ctr Houston
Houston, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Hernandez, Belinda Flores — University of Texas Hlth Sci Ctr Houston
- Study coordinator: Hernandez, Belinda Flores
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.