Investigating the health challenges faced by Afro-Latina mothers and their infants in Florida
Official title: The Effects of Intersecting Identity and Social Determinants of Health on Afro-Latina Maternal Morbidity and Infant Birth Outcomes in Florida
Funded at University of Miami Coral Gables · NIH-10896960 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is looking at how being an Afro-Latina mother affects her health and her baby's health, especially since they might face different challenges compared to other groups, and it hopes to find ways to improve their experiences during pregnancy and childbirth.
Quick facts
| Grant type | Fellowship grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | University of Miami Coral Gables NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Coral Gables, United States) |
| Project start | August 1, 2023 |
| Project end | December 31, 2025 |
| Funding year | 2024 |
| Award (this year) | $42,272 |
| NIH project number | 5F31NR020977-02 |
| Project ID | NIH-10896960 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for this research include Afro-Latina women who are pregnant or have recently given birth in Florida.
✕Less likely to help
Patients who do not identify as Afro-Latina or are not currently pregnant may not receive benefits from this research.
What this research studies
This research focuses on understanding how the unique identities and social factors affect the health of Afro-Latina mothers and their infants. It aims to explore the maternal health outcomes and birth results for Afro-Latina women, who may face distinct challenges due to their intersecting racial and ethnic identities. By examining issues such as pregnancy-related complications and the impact of social determinants of health, the study seeks to provide insights that could improve maternal and child health for this population. The research will utilize data collection and analysis methods to compare outcomes with other racial and ethnic groups.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved healthcare strategies and policies that better address the needs of Afro-Latina mothers and their infants.
How similar studies have gone: While there is existing research on maternal health disparities, this specific focus on Afro-Latina women is relatively novel and underexplored.
Where this research is happening
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University of Miami Coral Gables
Coral Gables, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Parra, Alexa Mercedes — University of Miami Coral Gables
- Study coordinator: Parra, Alexa Mercedes
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.