Managing high blood pressure for refugees in San Diego
Official title: Hypertension Self-management in Refugees Living in San Diego
Funded at University of California, San Diego · NIH-10839308 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is all about helping refugees in San Diego take control of their high blood pressure by teaching them how to monitor it at home and manage their medications, so they can live healthier lives with the support they need.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | University of California, San Diego NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (La Jolla, United States) |
| Project start | June 1, 2020 |
| Project end | May 31, 2026 |
| Funding year | 2024 |
| Award (this year) | $176,400 |
| NIH project number | 5K23HL148530-05 |
| Project ID | NIH-10839308 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for this research are refugees living in San Diego who are experiencing high blood pressure or hypertension.
✕Less likely to help
Patients who are not refugees or those who do not have issues with high blood pressure may not benefit from this research.
What this research studies
This research focuses on helping refugees in San Diego manage their high blood pressure through self-management techniques, including home blood pressure monitoring and adjusting their own medications. The project aims to address cardiovascular health disparities faced by displaced individuals by providing training and resources tailored to their unique needs. Participants will learn about hypertension, its risks, and effective management strategies in a supportive environment. The research also involves assessing the effectiveness of these self-management interventions through various data analysis methods.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could empower refugees to better control their blood pressure, leading to improved overall health and reduced risk of cardiovascular diseases.
How similar studies have gone: Previous research has shown that self-management approaches can be effective in improving blood pressure control among various populations, suggesting a promising avenue for this specific group.
Where this research is happening
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University of California, San Diego
La Jolla, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Al-Rousan, Tala — University of California, San Diego
- Study coordinator: Al-Rousan, Tala
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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.