Increasing awareness of hypertension risks in women, especially in rural and Black populations.
Official title: Improving awareness of women with hypertension: ROAR (Rural, Obese, At Risk) - Leadership Administrative Core (LAC)
Funded at Augusta University · NIH-10918133 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is all about helping women, especially in rural areas and among Black communities, learn more about high blood pressure and its risks, so they can take better care of their health and manage their blood pressure more effectively.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Augusta University NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Augusta, United States) |
| Project start | September 1, 2023 |
| Project end | August 31, 2028 |
| Funding year | 2024 |
| Award (this year) | $172,122 |
| NIH project number | 5U54HL169191-02 |
| Project ID | NIH-10918133 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for this research include women living in rural areas, particularly those from Black populations who are at higher risk for hypertension.
✕Less likely to help
Patients who do not identify as women or those who do not reside in the targeted rural areas may not benefit from this research.
What this research studies
This research focuses on improving awareness of hypertension and its risks among women, particularly in rural areas and among Black populations. It aims to address the high prevalence of hypertension and cardiovascular disease by transforming understanding of sex as a biological variable in hypertension management. The project will involve collaboration between academic institutions and community organizations to enhance education and outreach efforts. By providing direction and support for various initiatives, the research seeks to empower women with knowledge about their health risks and improve blood pressure management.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to better awareness and management of hypertension among women, potentially reducing cardiovascular disease rates.
How similar studies have gone: Previous research has shown success in improving health outcomes through targeted awareness programs, particularly in underserved populations.
Where this research is happening
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Augusta University
Augusta, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Sullivan, Jennifer C — Augusta University
- Study coordinator: Sullivan, Jennifer C
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Increasing awareness of hypertension risks in women
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Raising awareness of hypertension risks in women, especially in rural and Black communities
This study is all about helping women, especially in rural areas and Black communities, learn more about high blood pressure and its risks, so they can better manage their health and understand how being a woman affects their heart health.
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.