Improving vaccination coverage in rural areas using community health workers and digital health tools
"Chanjo Kwa Wakati" - Leveraging community health workers and a responsive digital health system to improve vaccination coverage and timeliness in rural settings
['FUNDING_R01'] · UNIVERSITY OF SOUTH CAROLINA AT COLUMBIA · NIH-10910017
This study is working to help more kids in rural areas get their vaccinations on time by using community health workers and a helpful digital system that sends reminders and offers small rewards, especially since the pandemic made it harder for families to access vaccines.
Quick facts
| Phase | ['FUNDING_R01'] |
|---|---|
| Study type | Nih_funding |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | UNIVERSITY OF SOUTH CAROLINA AT COLUMBIA (nih funded) |
| Locations | 1 site (COLUMBIA, UNITED STATES) |
| Trial ID | NIH-10910017 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this research studies
This research aims to enhance vaccination rates among children in rural settings by leveraging community health workers and a responsive digital health system. It addresses the barriers to vaccination, such as low caregiver knowledge and access issues, particularly exacerbated by the COVID-19 pandemic. The approach includes mobile phone reminders and financial incentives to encourage timely vaccinations. By building on previous successful interventions, the project seeks to create a sustainable model for improving childhood vaccination coverage.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are children under the age of 11 living in rural areas with low vaccination coverage.
Not a fit: Patients who are already fully vaccinated or those living in urban areas with adequate healthcare access may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could significantly increase vaccination rates and protect children from preventable diseases.
How similar studies have performed: Previous studies have shown success in using mobile health interventions and community health workers to improve vaccination rates, indicating a promising approach.
Where this research is happening
COLUMBIA, UNITED STATES
- UNIVERSITY OF SOUTH CAROLINA AT COLUMBIA — COLUMBIA, UNITED STATES (ACTIVE)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: OSTERMANN, JAN — UNIVERSITY OF SOUTH CAROLINA AT COLUMBIA
- Study coordinator: OSTERMANN, JAN
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.