Investigating the impact of heatwaves on children's emergency care and health outcomes
Official title: Heat Waves, Pediatric Readiness, and Child Outcomes: Risk, Mitigation, and Resilience in Emergency Care
Funded at Oregon Health & Science University · NIH-11105604 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study looks at how heatwaves from climate change can impact children's health and the ability of hospitals to care for them, aiming to find out which areas need extra support during these hot times to keep kids safe and healthy.
Quick facts
| Grant type | R01 grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Oregon Health & Science University NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Portland, United States) |
| Project start | May 1, 2025 |
| Project end | April 30, 2030 |
| Funding year | 2025 |
| Award (this year) | $714,039 |
| NIH project number | 1R01HD117936-01 |
| Project ID | NIH-11105604 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for this research include children aged 0-11 years who may be affected by heatwaves and require emergency care.
✕Less likely to help
Patients who are not children or those who do not live in areas prone to extreme heat events may not benefit from this research.
What this research studies
This research examines how climate change, specifically heatwaves, affects children's health and emergency care systems. By integrating data from 13 different sources, the project aims to identify vulnerable areas where children may face increased health risks during extreme heat events. The study will utilize advanced analytics and geospatial analyses to evaluate the readiness of emergency departments to handle pediatric cases during these critical times. Ultimately, the findings will inform healthcare policies and practices to better protect children's health in the face of climate change.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved emergency care strategies and policies that enhance the health outcomes of children during heatwaves.
How similar studies have gone: Previous research has indicated that high pediatric readiness in emergency departments is linked to better survival rates, suggesting that this approach could yield significant insights.
Where this research is happening
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Oregon Health & Science University
Portland, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Newgard, Craig D. — Oregon Health & Science University
- Study coordinator: Newgard, Craig D.
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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.