Improving worker health and safety in the Midwest
Healthier Workforce Center of the Midwest
['FUNDING_OTHER'] · UNIVERSITY OF IOWA · NIH-10852809
This study is looking to help workers in the Midwest, especially in rural areas, by finding ways to improve their health and safety on the job, especially in light of challenges like the opioid crisis and changes from the pandemic.
Quick facts
| Phase | ['FUNDING_OTHER'] |
|---|---|
| Study type | Nih_funding |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | UNIVERSITY OF IOWA (nih funded) |
| Locations | 1 site (IOWA CITY, UNITED STATES) |
| Trial ID | NIH-10852809 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this research studies
This research focuses on addressing the health challenges faced by workers in the Midwest, particularly in rural areas with high rates of occupational injuries and unhealthy behaviors. The project aims to improve workforce health through a combination of research, outreach, and education, targeting issues exacerbated by the opioid epidemic and the impacts of the pandemic on work patterns. By collaborating with various institutions and organizations, the initiative seeks to create a healthier and more productive workforce through evidence-based interventions and community engagement.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for participation or benefit include workers in the construction industry and other frontline occupations in Iowa, Kansas, Nebraska, and Missouri.
Not a fit: Patients who are not employed or who work outside the targeted industries and geographic areas may not receive benefits from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to significant improvements in worker health and safety, reducing occupational injuries and promoting healthier behaviors.
How similar studies have performed: Similar research initiatives have shown success in improving worker health outcomes, indicating that this approach has the potential for meaningful impact.
Where this research is happening
IOWA CITY, UNITED STATES
- UNIVERSITY OF IOWA — IOWA CITY, UNITED STATES (ACTIVE)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: ROHLMAN, DIANE S — UNIVERSITY OF IOWA
- Study coordinator: ROHLMAN, DIANE S
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.