Monitoring health risks during and after pregnancy in Virginia.
RFA-DP-21-001 DP006624 VA Pregnancy Risk Assessment Monitoring System (PRAMS)
This study is all about talking to new moms in Virginia to learn about their health and experiences during pregnancy, so we can find ways to make pregnancy and childbirth better for everyone.
Quick facts
| Grant type | U01 cooperative agreement |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Virginia State Dept of Health NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Richmond, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-11055269 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
The Virginia Pregnancy Risk Assessment Monitoring System (PRAMS) collects important data from women who have recently given birth in Virginia. This research gathers information on health behaviors and experiences before, during, and shortly after pregnancy to identify emerging health issues. By implementing the CDC PRAMS protocol, the project aims to track progress on health objectives and develop public health policies that improve maternal and child health. The data collected will be used to inform various health initiatives and programs across the state.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are women in Virginia who have recently delivered a live birth.
Not a fit: Patients who are not recent mothers or who live outside of Virginia may not receive any benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved health outcomes for mothers and infants in Virginia by informing better public health policies and programs.
How similar studies have performed: Similar programs in other states have successfully utilized PRAMS data to improve maternal and child health outcomes.
Where this research is happening
Richmond, United States
- Virginia State Dept of Health — Richmond, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Smith Barber, Kenesha — Virginia State Dept of Health
- Study coordinator: Smith Barber, Kenesha
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.